NYCOSIX 438

Identification & Functionality

Additives Included

Lubricant (Unspecified),

Nucleating Agent

Chemical Family

Polyamides

Polymer Name

Polyamide 6 (PA 6)

Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Resin

Technologies

Plastics

Product Families

Plastics — Engineering & Specialty Polymers

Polyamides

Features & Benefits

Materials Features

Chemical Resistant,

Fast Cycle Times,

General Purpose,

Good Mechanical Properties,

Good Processability,

Good Stiffness,

Good Strength,

Good Toughness,

High Melt Flow,

Low Viscosity,

Lubricated,

Nucleated

Applications & Uses

Markets

Automotive & Transportation,

Building & Construction,

Consumer Goods,

Electrical & Electronics,

Industrial,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Consumer Goods — Appliances & Electronics

Automotive & Transportation — Automotive

Aftermarket Parts & Components,

Powertrain & UTH

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Pipes & Plumbing

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Equipment & Parts

Electrical & Electronics — Devices & Assemblies

Consumer Electronics

Printing & Packaging — Packaging

Non-Food Consumer Packaging

Electrical & Electronics — Parts & Components

Other Parts & Components,

Terminal Blocks, Plugs & Sockets

Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Automotive Under The Hood,

Bearings,

Caps,

Electrical/Electronic Applications,

Engine Covers,

Fans,

Fasteners,

Fittings,

Front Spoiler,

Gears,

General Purpose,

Housings,

Plugs,

Radiator End Caps,

Shrouds,

Side Spoiler,

Toys

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Injection Molding

Applications

• NYCO6 438 Nylon is a fast cycling nucleated and lubricated Nylon 6 used for injection molding applications. This material features outstanding processability, chemical resistance, and an excellent balance of mechanical properties.
• Typical applications include plumbing fittings, electronics parts, toys, and hardware items such as gears, fittings, casters, bearings, clips, fasteners, plugs, caps, and filter bowls.

Properties

Mechanical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Flexural Modulus	385000	psi	ASTM D 790
Flexural Strength	14500	psi	ASTMD 790
Hardness, Rockwell (R Scale)	120	—	ASTM D 785
Notched Izod Impact	0.9	ft.lbs./in.	ASTM D 256
Tensile Strength	12500	psi	ASTM D 638
Ultimate Elongation	50	%	ASTM D 638

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Linear Mold Shrinkage (Normal)	1.4	%	ASTM D 955
Linear Mold Shrinkage (Parallel)	1.2	%	ASTM D 955
Specific Gravity	1.13	—	ASTM D 792
Water Absorption (at 24 hours)	1.7	%	ASTM D 570

Thermal Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 264 psi)	155	°F	ASTM D 648
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 65 psi)	365	°F	ASTM D 648
Melting Temperature	430	°F	ASTM D 789

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

ISO 9001