TECAGLIDE black

Cast nylon with extremely good sliding and wear properties

TECAGLIDE black is a PA plastic which is manufactured in a casting process. This cast nylon is characterized by extremely good sliding and wear properties due to the addition of proprietary solid lubricants. Because of the combination of lubricity and high mechanical load properties, TECAGLIDE is considered one of the optimal solutions in our portfolio for sliding applications at high speeds, especially when it comes to the desire to manage friction while enhancing wear properties. As an example, this PA6 plastic can be used in mechanical engineering as plain bearings, guide rails or gear wheels just to name a few. 
PA plastic TECAGLIDE is electrically insulating, extremely resistant to most oils and has a high degree of ductility and toughness. In addition, no external lubrication is required for most applications due to the material's unique property and performance profile. TECAGLIDE black is available from stock in all dimensions as plates and rods.

Facts

Chemical designation
PA 6 (Polyamide 6)
Color
black
Alternative colors available
green
Density
1.13 -

Main Features

  • excellent slip-stick properties
  • excellent wear resistance
  • good machinability
  • resistant to many oils, greases and fuels
  • high toughness
  • high mechanical load capacity

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Technical details


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    Mechanical properties Value Unit Condition Test Method
    Tensile strength at yield 12000 psi @ 73 °F ASTM D 638
    Tensile strength at yield 9200 psi @ 73 °F after equilibrium @ 50% rel humidity ASTM D 638
    Elongation at break (tensile test) 10 % @ 73 °F ASTM D 638
    Elongation at break (tensile test) 17 % @ 73 °F after equilibrium @ 50% rel humidity ASTM D 638
    Modulus of elasticity
    (tensile test)
    472000 psi @ 73 °F after equilibrium @ 50% rel humidity ASTM D 638
    Modulus of elasticity
    (tensile test)
    520000 psi @ 73 °F ASTM D 638
    Modulus of elasticity
    (flexural test)
    435000 psi @ 73 °F ASTM D 638
    Impact strength (Izod) 3.4 ftlbsin @ 73 °F ASTM D 256
    Coefficient of friction 0.12 - Dynamic -
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    Thermal properties Value Unit Condition Test Method
    Melting temperature 420 F -
    Service temperature 300 F Max Short Term -
    Service temperature 212 F Long Term -
    Thermal expansion (CLTE) 5 *10^-5 in/in / degre ASTM D 696
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    Other properties Value Unit Condition Test Method
    Moisture absorption 2.5 % @ 24 hrs -

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