Nylon

Nylon’s ability to withstand high temperatures and it’s durability combine to give it above average abrasion resistance. Thus it is an excellent material for replacement parts in a manufacturing facility or distribution center.
Material properties

  • Chemical resistant
  • Impact resistant
  • Wear resistant
  • Heat resistant <100 C
  • Low friction
  • Tough
  • Fatigue resistant
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Nylon material properties

Mechanical properties

Tensile (Young’s) modulus

2331 ± 55 MPa (XY)
2336 ± 75 MPa (YZ)
2300 ± 64 MPa (Z)

Tensile stress at yield

63.1 ± 1.1 Mpa (XY)
65.3 ± 0.5 MPa (YZ)
No yield (Z)

Tensile stress at break

40.4 ± 2.2 MPa (XY)
42.3 ± 1.3 MPa (YZ)
23.0 ± 2.3 MPa (Z)

Thermal properties

Heat deflection (HDT) at 0.455 MPa*

89.2 ± 5.6 °C

Melting temperature

188.4 °C