Polyamide 6
Polyamide 6 is an important polymer in the man-made fibre industry. It is also used in other applications like engineering plastics, films and technical yarns. The polymer’s properties make it a very versatile material. Its main characteristics are:
- High heat deflection temperature
- Excellent toughness
- Resistant to chemicals
- Good abrasive behaviour
- High tensile strength
- Good insulation
- Customised stiffness
- Low specific weight
- Economical processing