Physical Properties
- Density: Per ISO 1183, density is 1.40 g/cc (0.0506 lb/in³) for material’s mass-to-volume characterization.
- Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium: At 23°C and 50% RH (ISO 62), it ranges 1.4–1.8%, indicating low moisture retention under standard ambient conditions.
- Water Absorption at Saturation: Per ISO 62, moisture uptake 4.7–5.3% fully submerged, indicating moderate water absorption for limited-exposure use.
- Viscosity Measurement: At 160 (ISO 307), aids assessing molecular weight and melt flow behavior for optimizing processing (e.g., injection molding).
- Linear Mold Shrinkage: At 0.0035 cm/cm (restricted), predicts minimal dimensional change in molded parts during cooling for design precision.
- Melt Flow: Per ISO 1133, rate is 12.6 g/10 min at 275°C/5.00 kg (527°F/11.0 lb), indicating low flowability for high-strength, slow-cooling applications.
Polymer Properties:
- Base Material: Polyamide 6 (PA6)
- Reinforcement: 40% Glass Beads
- Modification Features:
- Maximizes stiffness and wear resistance for high-friction applications.
- Elevates heat deflection temperature for extreme-temperature environments.
- Slightly reduces impact resistance but excels in heavy-duty wear scenarios.
Applications:
A material with such a high reinforcement level is used for extremely demanding structural applications, such as:
- Automotive: Structural components, chassis parts, brackets, and other parts that must withstand high stress and heat.
- Industrial: Heavy-duty machine components, structural housings for robotics, and parts in heavy equipment.
- Aerospace & Defense: Components requiring an excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
- Electrical/Electronics: High-strength structural housings that must maintain precise dimensions under load and at elevated temperatures.
