METALON®
6PLA NATURAL/BLACK
PA6; Natural (Ivory)/Black/Blue
Because of its successful performance in a variety of diverse engineering applications, METALON® 6PLA is the most widely used cast nylon in the industry, especially as a bearing material. When used for OEM and maintenance requirements, METALON® has replaced bronze, brass, steel, aluminum, and other metals, as well as other plastics, wood & rubber. METALON® 6 PLA provides extremely good wear resistance, coupled with high tensile strength and modulus of elasticity. METALON® 6 PLA cast nylons function exceptionally well with lubrication, and without lubrication under low PV limits.
• Material Metalon® 6PLA – Polyamide 6 (PA6)
• Density ~1.13–1.15 g/cm³
• Tensile Strength High; strong and durable engineering polymer
• Flexural Modulus Good; stiff with dimensional stability
• Impact Resistance Excellent; tough with good wear resistance
• Thermal Resistance Moderate; withstands elevated temperatures
• Creep Resistance Good; reliable underload with PV capability
• Chemical Resistance Good; resists oils, greases, fuels, many solvents
• Moisture Absorption Moderate; dimensional stability largely maintained
• Special Properties FDA compliant, low internal stresses, available in multiple
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
• Rollers, bearings, bushes, washers
• Load supports, seals, wear pads, chain guides
• Cable drums, clamps, bespoke components
