Engineering Excellence in Strength and Versatility

Transform your engineering applications with our comprehensive Nylon (Polyamide) portfolio, where superior mechanical properties meet exceptional processing versatility.

Understanding Nylon (Type of Polyamide)

Nylon represents a family of high-performance engineering polymers, characterized by strong amide linkages in their molecular backbone. Like a steel chain where each link represents an amide bond, these polymers derive their exceptional strength from hydrogen bonding between polymer chains. The most common variants, Nylon 6 and Nylon 66, showcase distinct molecular architectures leading to unique property profiles.

Nylon Classifications

Nylon 6 Grades

General Purpose Grades

Our standard Nylon 6 grades feature relative viscosity (RV) ranges from 2.7 to 3.2, delivering excellent balance of processability and mechanical properties. These grades provide outstanding toughness and wear resistance, making them ideal for general engineering applications. Their consistent processing characteristics ensure reliable production in injection molding operations.

High Viscosity Grades

Engineered for demanding applications, these grades offer RV ranges from 3.3 to 4.0. Their enhanced molecular weight provides superior impact strength and better melt strength for extrusion applications. Perfect for applications requiring maximum mechanical performance.

Impact Modified Grades

Specially formulated grades incorporating impact modifiers while maintaining RV ranges from 2.7 to 3.5. These grades deliver exceptional low-temperature impact resistance without significantly compromising other mechanical properties.

Nylon 66 Grades

Standard Injection Grades

Our Nylon 66 portfolio features RV ranges from 2.4 to 2.8, optimized for injection molding applications. These grades provide higher heat resistance compared to Nylon 6, making them ideal for under-hood automotive applications.

Heat Stabilized Grades

Engineered with advanced stabilization packages, maintaining RV ranges from 2.4 to 3.0. These grades offer enhanced long-term heat aging resistance, crucial for continuous high-temperature applications.

Glass Fiber Reinforced Grades

15-30% Glass Filled

Medium reinforced grades offering excellent balance between strength and processability. Available in both Nylon 6 and 66 bases, these grades provide significant property enhancement while maintaining good flow characteristics.

33-50% Glass Filled

High performance grades delivering maximum stiffness and dimensional stability. These grades transform Nylon into structural materials competing with metals in many applications.

Applications in Modern Industry

The automotive industry relies heavily on Nylon's exceptional property profile. From air intake manifolds to fuel system components, Nylon provides the perfect combination of heat resistance, chemical stability, and mechanical strength. Glass-reinforced grades create structural components that reduce vehicle weight while maintaining safety and performance.

In electrical applications, Nylon's excellent electrical properties and flame resistance make it ideal for connectors and housings. The material's ability to maintain properties at elevated temperatures ensures reliable performance in demanding electrical environments. Self-extinguishing grades provide additional safety in electrical applications.

The consumer goods sector leverages Nylon's durability and aesthetic appeal. From power tool housings to sporting goods, the material's combination of strength and surface quality creates attractive, long-lasting products. Impact modified grades ensure durability in consumer applications where drop resistance is crucial.