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ALTECH® PA6 A 4230/540 MR20 GF10 FR

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MOCOM Compounds ALTECH® PA6 A 4230/540 MR20 GF10 FR is a polyamide 6 injection molding grade featuring a base polymer of polyamide 6, a 30% glass fiber/mineral filler/additive system, flame retardant, heat stabilized, low warpage, and halogen-free flame retardant. This grade is suitable for use in the Automotive, electrical, and electronic markets, with typical applications including functional components, housings, lamp covers, electrical and electronic (E&E) components, exterior parts, and interior decoration/finishing. Injection molding should be done with a melt temperature of 270-290°C and a mold temperature of 80-100°C.

Polymer Name: Polyamide 6 (PA 6)

Processing Methods: Injection Molding

Functions: Resin

Chemical Family: Polyamides

Fillers Included: Glass/Mineral, Mineral

Additives Included: Flame Retardant, Heat Stabilizer

End Uses: Automotive Applications, Automotive Exterior Parts, Automotive Interior Parts, Electrical Components, Electrical/Electronic Applications, Housings, Lamp Covers

Features: Flame Retardant, Heat Stabilized, Low Warpage

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Fillers Included
Polymer Name
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Properties

Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flexural Modulus (Dry)7500.0MPaISO 178
Flexural Strength (Dry)120.0MPaISO 178
Tensile Modulus (Dry)7800.0MPaISO 527
Tensile Strength at Break (Dry)75.0MPaISO 527
Tensile Elongation at Break (Dry)2.0%ISO 527
Impact Strength (Dry, Charpy, at 23°C)25.0kJ/m²ISO 179/1eU
Notched Impact Strength (Dry, Charpy, at 23°C)4.0kJ/m²ISO 179/1eA
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (Dry)1490.0kg/m³ISO 1183
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
HDT / A (Dry, 1.8 MPa)200.0°CISO 75-1/-2
DSC (Melt Point, Dry)222.0°CISO 11357
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 0.15%-
Flammability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flammability (Dry, 0.75 mm)V - 0classUL 94
Processing Information (Injection Molding)
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melt Temperature270 - 290°C-
Mould Temperature80 - 100°C-
Rheological Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shrinkage (Lengthwise, 24h)0.3 - 0.5%ISO 294-4
Shrinkage (Lateral, 24h)0.7 - 0.9%ISO 294-4

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Pre-Drying Conditions
  • 80 °C in a dry air (dessiccant) dryer for 2-12 h
  • Dependant on moisture content

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Store in dry, protected from light not above 30°C.