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Nylacast Nylanite

Nylacast Nylanite is an unreinforced, self lubricating, semi-crystalline thermoplastic polyester, demonstrating dimensional stability similar to Acetal, combined with the comparable wear resistance of nylon. Heavily loaded mechanical precision components subjected to sustained abrasive environments are particularly suited to this material.

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Polyester

Physical Form: Blocks, Custom, Rods, Solid, Tube

Features: Creep Resistant, Dimensional Stability, Excellent Mechanical Strength, High Hardness, High Rigidity, Low Moisture Absorption, Self Lubricating, Semi Crystalline, Wear Resistant

Density: 1380.0 - 1380.0 kg/m³

Color: Grey

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Characteristics
  • Excellent dimensional stability
  • High mechanical strength, hardness and rigidity
  • Good wear resistance
  • Good creep resistance
  • Low moisture absorbtion
  • Low thermal expansion

Applications & Uses

Properties

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Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Coefficient of Friction (Dynamic)0.12-ISO 180:2000
Hardness79.9Shore DISO 868: 2003
Compressive Modulus2252MpaISO 604:2002
Compressive Strength122.84MpaISO 604:2002
Density1.38g/cm³ISO 1183:1997
Elongation at break9.16%ISO 527-1/2:1993
E-Modulus3000MpaISO 527-1/2:1993
Flexural Modulus3550MpaISO 178:2001
Flexural Strength123.12MpaISO 178:2001
Izod Impact Strength3.994KJ/m²ISO 180:2000
Tensile Strength78MpaISO 527-1/2:1993
Water Absorbtion (24Hrs)0.06%ISO 62:1999 (modified)
Water Absorbtion (Saturation)0.3%ISO 62:1999
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion6 x 10-5ºCˉ¹ISO 11395-2:1999
FlammabilityHB-IEC 60695-11-10:2003-08
Max. Continuous Service Temp.100ºC-
Max. Intermittent Sevice Temp.150ºC-
Melting Temperature247.94ºC-
Min. Continuous Service Temp.-40ºC-
Min. Intermittent Service Temp.-60ºC-
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Comparative Tracking Index600CTIIEC 60093:1980-01
Dielectric Constant3.7-IEC 60250:1969-01
Dielectric Constant (Low Frequency)4-IEC 60250:1969-01
Dielectric Strength25kV/mmIEC 60243:-1:1998-01

Regulatory & Compliance