Plastic Properties of Nylon (Polyamide)
Nylon (Polyamide), invented in 1928 by Wallace Carothers (DuPont) is considered to be the first engineering thermoplastic. It is one of many heterochain thermoplastics which has atoms other than C in the chain. Nylon is created when a condensation reaction occurs between amino acids, dibasic acids and diamines. Commercially Nylon is commonly used in the production of tire cords, rope, belts, filter cloths, sports equipment and bristles. It is particularly useful when machined into bearings, gears, rollers and thread guides. Dynalab Corp's plastic fabrication shop fabricates thousands of catalog and custom Nylon products.
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Hinge bearings, bushings and pulley sheves machined out of various colors
of nylon. |
Nylon Resistance: |
| Excellent resistance (no attack) to Oils, Bases and THF. |
| Good resistance (no attack) to Solvents, Formaldehyde and Alcohols. |
| Limited resistance (moderate attack and suitable for short term use only) to Dilute Acids. |
| Poor resistance (not recommended for use with) Phenols, Alkalis, Iodine and Acids. |
Nylon Fabrication: |
| Excellent material for machining |
| Tough, strong, and impact resistant material |
| Very low coefficient of friction |
| Abrasion resistant |
Nylon Quick Facts: |
| Maximum Temperature: 210°F 99°C |
| Minimum Temperature: -94°F -70°C |
| Autoclavable: No |
| Melting Point: 420°F 216°C |
| Tensile Strength: 5,800 psi |
| Hardness: R92 |
| UV Resistance: Good |
| Translucent |
| Rigid |
| Specific Gravity: 1.13 |
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