Polyamide 6 (Nylon 6)

Polyamide 6 (PA 6) is also known as Nylon 6 or polycaprolactam. It is one of the most extensively used polyamides globally. It is synthesized by ring-opening polymerization of caprolactam. Melting point of polyamide 6 is 223°C.

Structure of PA6
Structure of PA6

Polyamide 66 (Nylon 66)

Polyamide 6-6 (PA6-6) or Nylon 6-6 is one of the most popular engineering thermoplastics. It is majorly used as a replacement for metal in various applications. Nylon 66 is synthesized by polycondensation of hexamethylenediamine and adipic acid. These two monomers contain 6 carbon atoms each. Melting point of polyamide 6-6 is 255°C.

Main properties of PA 6 and PA 6-6

PA 6 & PA 6-6 are by far the most used polyamides globally. They are used in many applications due to their excellent performance/cost ratios. Their key properties include:

  • High strength and stiffness at high temperature
  • Good impact strength, even at low temperature
  • Very good flow for easy processing
  • Good abrasion and wear resistance
  • Excellent fuel and oil resistance
  • Good fatigue resistance
  • Good electrical insulating properties
  • High water absorption and water equilibrium content limit the usage
  • Low dimensional stability
  • Attacked by strong mineral acids and absorbs polar solvents
  • Proper drying before processing is needed
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Detailed property comparison between PA6 and PA66

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Our PA6/PA66 Products

Polyamide 6 (PA6): PA6 is a strong and tough material that has a high melting temperature and a high modulus of elasticity. It has good wear resistance and low coefficient of friction, making it an excellent choice for use in applications where high strength and low friction are required. It is resistant to a wide range of chemicals, including acids, bases, and organic solvents.
Polyamide 66 (PA66): PA66 Exhibits the same characteristics as PA, however as a general rule, it has slightly lower water absorption rates and also higher temperature resistance. These improved characteristics over PA6 result in slightly higher cost implications.

Product List

TypeModel NumberPerfect AlternativeDescriptionApplicaitons
PA6ST101G15DuPont PA6 73G15L; BASF PA6 B3EG315%GFSports equipment, sports shoe materials, leisure product accessories, oil storage tanks, etc.
ST101G33Celanese PA6 73G35L; BASF PA6 B3EG6; Toray PA66 CM1011G-3033%GFMechanical parts, power tool casings, blades, gears, auto parts, etc.
ST101G50Celanese PA6 73G45L; BASF PA6 B3EG10; Toray PA6 CM1011G-4550%GFMechanical parts, gears, auto parts, fishing gear, etc.
ST101G35Celanese PA6 73G35L; BASF PA6 B3EG635%GF, high flow, surface lubricationMechanical parts, power tool casings, blades, gears, auto parts, etc.
STCRNH601BASF PA6 B3U Q721, Toray PA6 CM1014-V0Toughened, cold-resistantBaby carriage accessories, mechanical stops, auto parts, sports equipment, etc.
STRNH600 Halogen-free flame retardant (no red phosphorus), UL94-V0Connectors, terminals, connectors, etc.
ST301G30LANXESS PA6 BKV30FN04; DSM PA6 K222-KGV630% glass fiber reinforced red phosphorus flame retardantCircuit breakers, contactors, connectors, electrical accessories, etc.
ST201G20 25% glass fiber bromine flame retardantCircuit breakers, contactors, connectors, electrical accessories, etc.
STRNH606 30% glass fiber halogen-free flame retardantConnectors, terminals, connectors, home appliance accessories, etc.
PA66ST101G156Celanese PA66 70G15L; BASF PA66 A3EG3; Toray PA66 CM3001G-15; Rhodia (Daomo) PA66 A216V1515%GFMachinery parts, auto parts, home appliance parts, etc.
ST101G336Celanese PA66 70G33L; BASF PA66 A3EG6; Toray PA66 CM3001G-30; Rhodia (Dao Mo) PA66 A216V3033%GFMachinery parts, auto parts, home appliance parts, etc.
ST3004Toray PA66 CM3004-V0; Asahi Kasei PA66 FR370; Rhodia PA66 A50H1; Aymans PA66 ASV0; Celanese PA66 A63V0Halogen-free flame retardant PA66 (without red phosphorus), UL94-V0Connectors, terminals, connectors, etc.
ST301G306BASF PA66 A3X2G5, Blonde PA66-RPG2530% glass fiber reinforced red phosphorus flame retardantCoil bobbin, connector, power box, etc.
ST201FRToray PA66 CM3004G-20Bromine-based flame retardant, toughened and cold-resistant, glow wire 750 is non-flammableConnectors, terminals, connectors, home appliance accessories, etc.
ST201G206 25% glass fiber bromine flame retardantConnectors, terminals, connectors, home appliance accessories, etc.
STFR50Celanese PA66 FR5025% glass fiber bromine flame retardant, high glow wireConnectors, terminals, connectors, home appliance accessories, etc.
STRNH6606Japan Toray PA66 HF3064G-30; Netherlands DSM SG-KGS6; Japan Asahi Kasei FH772; Germany BASF A3UG530% glass fiber halogen-free flame retardantConnectors, terminals, connectors, home appliance accessories, etc.

PA6/PA66 Material Applications

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oil tainer
sports equipments
Baby Carriage Accessories
Mechanical blocks
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