PA6 / PA66 – Engineering Nylon Compounds
Nylon compounds can be formulated for demanding engineering applications where strength, stiffness, durability and dimensional stability are important.
Nikkon Polymers specifically lists Glass Filled Nylon PA6 & PA66 among its manufactured polymer compounds. The company states that its portfolio includes both polyolefin and engineering polymer compounds for applications across automotive, household and agricultural products, as well as automotive interior, exterior and under-hood applications.
The company's approach combines: Engineering Polymer + Reinforcement + Additives + Colour + Processing Expertise + Quality Control.
PA6 – Polyamide 6
PA6 is an engineering nylon known for a useful combination of: Mechanical strength, Toughness, Stiffness, Wear resistance, Good processing characteristics, Thermal performance, Chemical resistance. It is used extensively for technical components where conventional commodity plastics may not provide the required performance.
PA66 – Polyamide 66
PA66 is another important engineering nylon offering strong mechanical and thermal performance. Compared with many general-purpose thermoplastics, PA66 is particularly attractive for applications requiring: Higher stiffness, Good strength retention, Thermal resistance, Dimensional performance, Mechanical durability, Long-term engineering performance
