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Typical Properties of Nylon

Property
Test Method
Cast Nylon 6
Nylon 6/6 (Extruded)
Nylon 6/6 30% Glass

Mechanical Properties

Specific Gravity ASTM D792 1.15 1.14 1.35
Density (lb/in³) ASTM D792 0.0416 0.0412 0.0488
Tensile Strength, Break (p.s.i.) ASTM D638 12,500 12,400 27,000
Elongation At Break (%) ASTM D638 20-40 90 3
Tensile Modulus (p.s.i.) ASTM D638 400,000 470,000 1,400,000
Rockwell Hardness ASTM D785 R118 R121 / M80 M101
Impact Strength 73°F Notched (ft-lbs/in) ASTM D256 0.8 1.2 2.1
Flexural Strength (p.s.i.) ASTM D790 13,500 17,000 39,100
Flexural Modulus (p.s.i.) ASTM D790 330,000 410,000 1,200,000
Coefficient Of Friction (Dynamic) 40psi 50fpm 0.26 0.28 0.31

Thermal Properties

Melting Point (°F) - 428 491 491
Heat Deflection at 66psi (°F) ASTM D648 370 410 490
Heat Deflection at 264psi (°F) ASTM D648 200 149 482
Max Service Temperature Short Term (°F) - 300 355 465
Max Service Temperature Long Term (°F) - 200 210 230
Thermal Conductivity (BTU-in/ft²-hr-°F) ASTM C177 1.67 1.70 1.69
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (in/in/°F) ASTM D696 0.000045 0.000050 0.000012
Flammability UL94 HB V-2 HB

Electrical Properties

Dielectric Constant At 60HZ ASTM D150 3.7 4.0 3.5
Dissipation Factor At 60HZ ASTM D150 0.02 0.01 0.014
Dielectric Strength (V/mil) ASTM D149 295 300-400 530

Water Absorption Rates

Water Absorption -24 hrs.(%) ASTM D570 0.6-1.2 1.20 0.7
Water Absorption -Saturation (%) ASTM D570 5.0-6.0 8.5 5.4

NOTE: The information contained herein are typical values intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should NOT be used as a basis for design specifications or quality control. Contact us for manufacturers' complete material property datasheets.
  
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