Cast nylon is a highly versatile, strong, and wear-resistant engineering plastic, commonly used for gears, rollers, and bearings.

Cast Nylon
Durable, versatile, self-lubricating engineered plastic for industrial applications.
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Product Overview
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Performance Characteristics:
Typical Properties of Cast Nylon
Common Properties
- Common Brand Names NYCAST®, NYLOIL®, Sustamid®, Nylatron™, Erthalon™, TECAST®
- Typical Thickness Size 0.25 - 4.0 in
- Typical Lengths 48 in
- Typical Widths 24 in
- Friendly Names Nylon 6, PA6, Polyamide 6
- Common Profiles Sheet, Rod, Tube
Physical Properties
- Density 0.9 - 1.4g/cm³
- Water Absorption 0.01 - 0.3%
- Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium 0.1 - 1.5%
- Linear Mold Shrinkage 0.2 - 2.5%
- Melt Flow 2 - 20g/10 min
Mechanical Properties
- Hardness, Rockwell R 120-
- Tensile Strength, Ultimate 83MPa
- Tensile Strength, Yield 80MPa
- Elongation at Break 60%
- Elongation at Yield 20%
- Modulus of Elasticity 2900MPa
- Flexural Yield Strength 115MPa
- Flexural Modulus 2800MPa
- Compressive Yield Strength 110MPa
- Bearing Yield Strength 150MPa
- Shear Strength 60MPa
- Izod Impact, Notched 4kJ/m²
- Izod Impact, Unnotched 10kJ/m²
- Gardner Impact 34J
- Falling Dart Impact 30N
- Instrumented Impact Total Energy 35J
Thermal Properties
- CTE, linear 80µm/m-°C
- CTE, linear, Transverse to Flow 120µm/m-°C
- Deflection Temperature at 0.46 MPa (66 psi) 190°C
- Deflection Temperature at 1.8 MPa (264 psi) 90°C
- Vicat Softening Point 215°C
- Flammability, UL94 HBrating
- Max Continuous Operating Temperature 194°F
- Minimum Operating Temperature - 40°F
- Thermal Conductivity 0.31W/m-°K
Regulations
- UL-94 Flame Class
- ASTM/Mil-Spec
- D635 Self Extinguishing
- RoHS Compliant
- REACH Compliant
Literature and Data Sheets
- All Suppliers
- Cast Nylons Limited
- Röchling Engineering Plastics
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® 12 Cast Nylons LimitedView
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® 6PA Cast Nylons LimitedView
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® 6PA MoS2 Cast Nylons LimitedView
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® 6PA XHA Cast Nylons LimitedView
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® CP 6/12 Cast Nylons LimitedView
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® CP 6PA MP MPB Cast Nylons LimitedView
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® NYLOIL Cast Nylons LimitedView
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® NYLOIL FG Cast Nylons LimitedView
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Cast Nylons NYCAST® RX/GX/BX Cast Nylons LimitedView
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NYLOIL Cast Nylons LimitedView
Order Cast Nylon at Piedmont Plastics
Cast nylon, also known as nylon 6 or polyamide 6 cast (PA6 C), is an engineered plastic with superior performance and versatility. It’s manufactured through a casting process that boosts its mechanical strengths, like toughness and stability, making cast nylon a great choice for industrial and mechanical applications.
Available in shapes such as cast nylon sheet, rod, and tube, this material is highly resistant to wear, abrasion, and impacts, which can extend the lifespan of various products and components. One of the best advantages of cast nylon is its durability and how well it works with minimal lubrication, helping to cut down on maintenance costs and equipment downtime.
Cast nylon is often used to make gears, bearings, and rollers and is crucial in areas like the automotive, electronics, and industrial machinery sectors where strong materials are needed. It's also easy to shape and machine, which makes it a versatile option for customized projects. This adaptability and strength ensure that cast nylon can meet the tough demands of engineers and designers who need dependable and effective materials.
Whether you're in need of cast nylon rod for structural components, cast nylon tube for fluid handling systems, or cast nylon sheet for large scale industrial projects, Piedmont Plastics offers expert guidance and a comprehensive selection of products to meet your specific needs. We can even provide customized services to meet your project’s exact specifications.


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Key Features of Our Cast Nylon
Cast nylon possesses many features that make it a top choice in numerous applications. Here’s a closer look at the key attributes of this versatile material:
High Impact and Wear Resistance: Cast nylon boasts excellent resistance to impacts, wear, and tear without deforming or cracking under stress. This makes it suitable for components that undergo intense friction, constant movement, and frequent shocks.
Self-lubricating: Cast nylon has a low coefficient of friction, reducing the need for additional lubrication and minimizing maintenance requirements.
Easy to Machine: This material can be easily cut, drilled, and shaped with standard metalworking tools, allowing for high precision and complex designs in manufacturing without the need for specialized equipment.
Corrosion and Chemical Resistance: Unlike metals, cast nylon does not rust or corrode, making it an excellent choice for applications exposed to corrosive substances, chemicals, or environments.
High Compression Strength: Cast nylon can withstand high compressive loads, which is crucial for structural components that must support substantial weight or force without compromising their integrity.
High Heat Tolerance: Cast nylon maintains its form and function under elevated temperatures, which is beneficial for applications involving heat-intensive processes.
Lightweight: The lightweight characteristics of cast nylon make it easier to install, fabricate, and transport, thus also providing cost savings.
FDA Compliance: Certified grades of cast nylon are safe for direct contact with food.
These features collectively make cast nylon an adaptable and effective material across a spectrum of applications, ensuring both performance and durability in the most demanding conditions.
Advantages of Cast Nylon
Common Uses of Cast Nylon
Cast nylon's robust properties make it a key material for parts and components in a variety of industrial applications. Here's how cast nylon is specifically utilized across different sectors:
Construction Equipment: Components like bushings, gears, and structural supports made from cast nylon withstand the rigors of construction environments, offering longevity and resistance to heavy loads.
Food Processing and Bottling Systems: Cast nylon is used for wear-resistant liners, scrapers, and gears for food processing. Parts such as star wheels, guides, and conveyor rollers that reduce friction and wear are commonly used in bottling and canning equipment.
Agricultural Machinery: Durable parts like pulleys, slide plates, and chain guides made from cast nylon help agricultural machinery perform optimally under harsh conditions.
Mining Equipment: In mining, cast nylon is used for sheaves, bearings, and wear pads that can handle the extreme stress and abrasiveness.
Material Handling: Conveyor components, rollers, and bearings crafted from cast nylon enhance the efficiency and durability of material handling systems.
Oil & Gas Processing: Cast nylon is utilized for seals, gears, and washers in oil and gas processing equipment, where its resistance to chemicals and high compressive strength are essential.
Paper Processing and Logging: In the pulp and paper industry, cast nylon parts such as suction box covers, doctor blades, and bearings withstand the demanding conditions of paper production processes.
Automotive Production: Within automotive manufacturing, cast nylon is used for components like bearing cages, thrust washers, and various under-hood parts.
These specific uses of cast nylon in parts and components across industries underscore its essential role in enhancing functionality and extending the life of critical machinery and systems.
Why Buy Cast Nylon from Piedmont Plastics?
At Piedmont Plastics, we are committed to delivering value-added services and high-quality cast nylon products to meet your specific needs. Here's why you should choose us as your preferred supplier:
Extensive Product Selection: We offer a wide range of cast nylon products, including sheets and rods, in various sizes and grades to cater to diverse applications.
Custom Cutting and Fabrication Services: Our state-of-the-art CNC equipment and fabrication services enable us to provide customized cast nylon parts that meet your precise specifications.
Expertise and Experience: With decades of experience in the plastics industry, our knowledgeable staff can assist you in selecting the right cast nylon product for your project.
Nationwide Branch Network: Our vast network of branches across the country makes it convenient for you to access our cast nylon products and other performance plastic materials.
Quality Assurance: We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality, ensuring that you receive cast nylon products that meet or exceed industry standards.
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