AKU®-AMID PA 6 C *⁾ (=cast polyamide) SHEETS

Polyamide 6

abbreviated to PA 6, is a thermoplastic polymer that belongs to the polyamide family. It is produced by the polymerization of caprolactam and is characterized by certain properties. 

Properties of polyamide 6:

• High tensile strength:
  PA 6 has a high tensile strength, which makes it suitable for applications with mechanical loads.

• Good impact resistance:
  The material shows good impact resistance, which means that it can absorb shocks and impacts well without breaking.

• Stiffness:
  PA 6 has good stiffness, which makes it suitable for structural applications in various industries.

• Good wear resistance:
  The high abrasion resistance of PA 6 makes it suitable for applications where abrasion plays a role, such as in bearing bushes or gears.

• Chemical resistance:
  PA 6 is resistant to many chemicals, which makes it attractive for various industrial environments.

• Low water absorption:
  PA 6 absorbs only small amounts of water, resulting in low moisture absorption.

• Good processability:
  PA 6 is easy to process and can be formed by various processing methods such as injection molding, extrusion and compression molding.
  
  

Applications of polyamide 6:

PA 6 is used in various industries for specific applications, including

• Automotive industry: Parts such as engine mounts, transmission housings, fuel lines and other components.

• Electrical industry: Insulators, housings for electronic devices, switches and connectors.

• Mechanical engineering: Gears, bearings, bushings, brackets and other structural components.

• Textile industry: Fibers and yarns for the production of textiles.

• Consumer goods: Various everyday items such as household appliances, snap-on fasteners and plastic parts.

Due to its balanced mechanical properties and versatility, PA 6 is a frequently used polyamide in various technical applications