Nylon injection molding services

Nylon is often used to produce strong mechanical parts like bushings, gears, and bearings. It’s very common in automotive applications because not only is it tough but it helps to reduce weight and lower production costs compared to a metal analogue. You should be aware that, although it’s a strong plastic, it tends to absorb water. It’s not the ideal choice for marine applications. Nylon is also known by its chemical designation PA (Polyamide).

Description

Nylon plastic (PA) is a synthetic thermoplastic polymer commonly used in injection molding applications. It’s a versatile, durable, and flexible material often used as a more affordable alternative to other materials like silk, rubber, and latex. Material benefits of nylon polyamide include:

High melting temperature
Low friction
High tensile strength
Resistance to chemicals and abrasions

The chemical composition of Nylon gives it a high melting point, making it an excellent alternative to metal components in high-temperature environments, like car engines and other types of high-friction machinery. Like other thermoplastic materials, nylon plastic turns to liquid at its melting point rather than burning, meaning it can be melted down and remolded or recycled. Nylon material also doesn’t heat up easily when used in high friction applications.

Nylon is usually combined with other materials to improve various qualities. For example, filling nylon with glass fibers increases its tensile strength while making it less flexible and more brittle.

With plastic injection molding, Retlaw casts glass-reinforced nylon plastic into the components you need for your industry.

Properties of Nylon Plastic (PA):

Name	Nylon (PA), or Nylon Polyamide
Chemical Formula	(C12H22N2O2)n
Melting Point (°C)	~220°C
Tensile Strength	~11,000 psi
Impact Strength	~0.6 fit-lb/in notched Izod
Hardness Level (Rockwell)	R115
Flexural Modulus	~16,000 psi