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Ertalon® 6 SA PA6

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Ertalon® 6 SA is a high-performance polyamide (PA6) material that boasts a combination of excellent mechanical, electrical and chemical properties. Its exceptional mechanical strength, stiffness, toughness and damping properties make it a versatile choice for a wide range of mechanical construction and maintenance applications.Features:Superior mechanical strength and stiffnessExcellent toughness and damping propertiesResistance to creep and wearExcellent electrical insulationOutstanding chemical resistanceBenefits:Durable and long-lasting performance in demanding mechanical applicationsExcellent resistance to wear and tear, even in harsh environmentsHigh level of electrical insulation for safety and reliabilityResistant to a wide range of chemicals, making it suitable for a variety of applicationsApplications:Mechanical construction and maintenanceIndustrial equipment and machineryAutomotive and transportation componentsElectrical and electronic componentsGeneral engineering and manufacturing

Polymer Name: Polyamide 6 (PA 6)

Physical Form: Plates, Rods, Tube

Features: Chemical Resistant, Creep Resistant, Electrically Insulating, Excellent Mechanical Strength, Excellent Stiffness, Excellent Toughness, General Purpose, Good Damping, Good Machinability, Good Sliding Properties, High Fatigue Resistance, High Hardness, Radiation Resistant, Wear Resistant, X-Ray Shielding

Density: 1140.0 - 1140.0 kg/m³

Tensile Modulus: 3300.0 - 3300.0 MPa

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Product Overview
  • High mechanical strength, stiffness, hardness and toughness
  • Good fatigue resistance
  • High mechanical damping ability
  • Good sliding properties
  • Excellent wear resistance
  • Good electrical insulating properties
  • Good resistance to high energy radiation (gamma- and X-rays)
  • Good machinability

Properties

Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength80MPaISO 527-1/-2 ⁷
Tensile Strain at Yield (Elongation) 4%ISO 527-1/-2 ⁷
Tensile Strain at Break (Elongation) 50%ISO 527-1/-2 ⁷
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity3300MPaISO 527-1/-2 ⁹
Compressive Stress (at 1% nominal strain)31MPaISO 604 ¹⁰
Compressive Stress (at 2% nominal strain)59MPaISO 604 ¹⁰
Compressive Stress (at 5% nominal strain)87MPaISO 604 ¹⁰
Hardness ¹⁴88ISO 2039-2, Rockwell M 
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Temperature (DSC, 10°C / min)220°CISO 11357-1/-3
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 to 100°C)90μm/(m.K)
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 to 60°C)105μm/(m.K)
Heat Deflection Temperature70°CISO 75-1/-2 (Method A: 1.8 MPa (264 PSI))
Continuous Allowable Service Temperature in Air (20.0 hrs) ³70°C
Minimum Service Temperature ⁴-40°C
Flammability (Oxygen Index)25%ISO 4589-1/-2
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Electric Strength25kV/mmIEC 60243-1 ¹⁵
Volume Resistivity10E13Ohm.cmIEC 62631-3-1
Surface Resistivity10E12Ohm/sq.ANSI/ESD STM 11.11
Miscellaneous Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Water Absorption (After 24h immersion in water of 23°C)1.28%ISO 62 ¹⁶
Water Absorption (at saturation in water of 23 °C)9%
Wear Rate19μm/kmISO 7148-2 ¹⁸
Dynamic Coefficient of Friction0.4 - 0.6ISO 7148-2 ¹⁸
Note
  1. The figures given for these properties are for the most part derived from raw material supplier data and other publications.
  2. Values for this property are only given here for amorphous materials and for materials that do not show a melting temperature (PBI, PAI & PI). DMA settings, oscillation amplitude of 0.20 mm; a frequency of 1 Hz ; heating rate of 2°C/min
  3. Temperature resistance over a period of min. 20,000 hours. After this period of time, there is a decrease in tensile strength – measured at 23 °C (73°F)– of about 50 % as compared with the original value. The temperature value given here is thus based on the thermal-oxidative degradation which takes place and causes a reduction in properties. Note, however, that the maximum allowable service temperature depends in many cases essentially on the duration and the magnitude of the mechanical stresses to which the material is subjected.
  4. Impact strength decreasing with decreasing temperature, the minimum allowable service temperature is practically mainly determined by the extent to which the material is subjected to impact. The value given here is based on unfavorable impact conditions and may consequently not be considered as being the absolute practical limit.
  5. These estimated ratings, derived from raw material supplier data and other publications, are not intended to reflect hazards presented by the material under actual fire conditions. There is no ‘UL File Number’ available for these stock shapes.
  6. Most of the figures given for the mechanical properties are average values of tests run on dry test specimens machined out of rods 40-50 mm (1.5 - 2") when available, else out of plate 10-20mm (0.4 - 0.8"). All tests are done at room temperature (23° / 73°F)
  7. Test speed: either 5 mm/min or 50 mm/min [chosen acc. to ISO 10350-1 as a function of the ductile behavior of the material (tough or brittle)] using type 1B tensile bars
  8. Test speed: either 0.2"/min or 2"/min or [chosen as a function of the ductile behavior of the material (brittle or tough)] using Type 1 tensile bars
  9. Test speed: 1 mm/min, using type 1B tensile bars
  10. Test specimens: cylinders Ø 8 mm x 16 mm, test speed 1 mm/min
  11. Test specimens: cylinders Ø 8 mm x 16 mm, test speed 1 mm/min
  12. Test specimens: bars 4 mm (thickness) x 10 mm x 80 mm ; test speed: 2 mm/min ; span: 64 mm
  13. Test specimens: bars 0.25" (thickness) x 0.5" x 5" ; test speed: 0.11"/min ; span: 4"
  14. Measured on 10 mm, 0.4" thick test specimens.
  15. Electrode configuration: Ø 25 / Ø 75 mm coaxial cylinders ; in transformer oil according to IEC 60296 ; 1 mm thick test specimens.
  16. Measured on disks Ø 50 mm x 3 mm.
  17. Measured on 1/8" thick x 2" diameter or square
  18. Test procedure similar to Test Method A: “Pin-on-disk” as described in ISO7148-2, Load 3MPa, sliding velocity= 0,33 m/s, mating plate steel Ra= 0.7-0.9 μm, tested at 23°C, 50%RH.
  19. Test using journal bearing system, 200 hrs, 118 ft/min, 42 PSI, steel shaft roughness 16±2 RMS micro inches with Hardness Brinell of 180-200
  20. Test using Plastic Thrust Washer rotating against steel, 20 ft/min and 250 PSI, Stationary steel washer roughness 16±2 RMS micro inches with Rockwell C 20-24
  21. Test using Plastic Thrust Washer rotating against steel, Step by step increase pressure, Test ends when plastic begins to deform or if temperature increases to 300°F.
  22. The table, mainly to be used for comparison purposes, is a valuable help in the choice of a material. The data listed here fall within the normal range of product properties of dry material. However, they are not guaranteed and they should not be used to establish material specification limits nor used alone as the basis of design.