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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Polymer Name
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Materials Features
- Product Highlights
NYCOA’s NY-FLEX elastomeric line of engineered polyamides includes a variety of chemistries, including random copolymer alloys and polyether block copolymers (PEBA). NY-FLEX grades provide superior flexibility, low material weight, and high-impact toughness in rubber replacement applications.
- NY-FLEX® : Nylon Block Copolymers with Polyether
Polyether -block -amide (PEBA) Copolymers are true elastomeric grades that are based on nylon (Polyamide) hard segment and Polyether soft segment. They deliver excellent recovery and shock-absorbing properties. NYCOA offers PEBA grades in a range of hardness values from 45-80 Shore D. Customized grades are also offered with specialized additive packages for improved thermal stability, hydrolysis resistance, UV resistance, etc.
- Benefits of NY-FLEX Random Copolymers and Alloys
NY-FLEX Nylon Copolymers and alloys are designed for superior flexibility and toughness at a significant cost advantage versus typical standard block copolymers. They also provide superior temperature stability and flexural modulus as low as 20,000 psi. NYCOA random copolymers are suited for processing via injection molding and extrusion.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Applications of Nylon Block Copolymers with Polyether
These elastomeric grades are used in :
- Sports and leisure
- Athletic shoes
- Ski boot components
- Technical films.
- Applications of NY-FLEX Random Co-polymers and Alloys
- Rubber
- Mandrels for rubber hose construction
- Hook and loop fasteners
- Multi/monolayer tubing (paint spray hose, air brake, and pneumatic tubing)
Properties
- Mechanical Properties
- Physical Properties
- Thermal Properties
- Note
- All test specimens tested in “dry” state – less than 0.3% moisture.
- Izod Impact – ½” x ¼” bars.
- All tensile properties obtained at a testing speed of 2 in./min.
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Flexural Modulus | 79 | MPa | ASTM D 790 |
Flexural Strength | 5 | MPa | ASTM D 790 |
Hardness (at 15 sec) | 38 | Shore D | ASTM D 785 |
Hardness (Instantaneous) | 39 | Shore D | ASTM D 785 |
Notched Izod Impact | No Break | kJ/m² | ASTM D 256 |
Tensile Modulus | 76 | MPa | ASTM D 638 |
Tensile Strain (at Break) | min. 400 | % | ASTM D 638 |
Tensile Strain (at Yield) | 70 | % | ASTM D 638 |
Tensile Stress (at Yield) | 5 | MPa | ASTM D 638 |
UnNotched Izod Impact | No Break | — | ASTM D 256 |
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Linear Mold Shrinkage (Normal) | 0.8 - 1.1 | % | ASTM D 955 |
Linear Mold Shrinkage (Parallel) | 0.8 - 1.1 | % | ASTM D 955 |
Specific Gravity | 1.03 | — | ASTM D 792 |
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Melting Temperature | 186 | °C | ASTM D 789 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance