Description

Nylon 6/12 is a high-performance, semi-crystalline thermoplastic polyamide copolymer known for its excellent balance of mechanical properties and chemical resistance. This material is particularly valued for its lower moisture absorption compared to other nylons, leading to superior dimensional stability and consistent performance in humid environments. It is essential for manufacturers requiring durable, reliable components in demanding engineering and specialty applications across the automotive, electrical, and industrial sectors.

Application

• Automotive Components: Used in fuel lines, brake fluid reservoirs, and under-the-hood connectors due to its excellent resistance to hydrocarbons and glycol-based fluids.
• Electrical & Electronics: Ideal for cable jacketing, coil bobbins, and connectors where good dielectric properties and flame retardancy are required.
• Industrial Monofilaments: Employed in the production of bristles for brushes, fishing lines, and surgical sutures, benefiting from its toughness and flexibility.
• Powder Coatings: Serves as a functional additive in tribological and decorative coatings to enhance wear resistance and surface finish.
• Consumer Goods: Found in high-performance sporting goods, appliance components, and zippers where strength and low friction are critical.
• Medical Device Housings: Suitable for non-implantable device enclosures requiring sterilization compatibility and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nylon 6/12
CAS No.	24936-74-1
Molecular Formula	(C₁₂H₂₂N₂O₂)ₙ • (C₆H₁₁NO)ₙ
Molecular Weight	Polymer (variable)
Synonyms	Poly(hexamethylene dodecanediamide-co-caprolactam); Polyamide 6/12; PA 6/12; Nylon 612; Nylon 6,12; Nylon-6/12 copolymer; Ultramid® Balance (BASF); Zytel® (DuPont)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Nylon 6/12 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, including testing for key parameters such as relative viscosity, melting point, moisture content, and mechanical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results are available upon request, and our production can be aligned with relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be stored in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). Original packaging should remain sealed until use to prevent moisture uptake, which can affect processing and final product properties. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White pellets or granules
Identification (IR)	Complies
Relative Viscosity	2.4 - 3.2
Melting Point (DSC)	200 - 215 °C
Moisture Content	≤ 0.2 %
Tensile Strength	45 - 70 MPa
Flexural Modulus	1500 - 2500 MPa

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.