Cast Nylon 6 Natural Sheet for Engineering Applications 16mm to 50mm thick - UK Engineering Plastics
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Cast Nylon 6 Natural Sheet for Engineering Applications 16mm to 50mm thick

£64.44inc VAT
£53.70 ex VAT£1,031.04 per m²

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Size: 250 x 250 x 16mm

1Thickness 6 options16mm

2Sheet size for 16mm250 × 250mm

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Easy to machine with proper tools
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Description

Cast Nylon 6 Sheet is a versatile engineering plastic known for its high strength and durability. Ideal for various applications including gears and bearings.

Material Properties

Cast Nylon 6, also known as Polyamide 6, offers superior characteristics compared to its extruded counterpart. It features higher strength, stiffness, and hardness, with an operational temperature range from 0°C to +90°C. This material is food compliant, making it suitable for a variety of applications.

Machining and Fabrication

Nylon 6 Sheet is easy to machine with the right tools. It's important to use sharp, well-shaped tools and coolant to prevent overheating during the machining process. When skimming the sheet, ensure to take equal amounts from both sides to maintain flatness.

Applications

Common applications for Cast Nylon 6 include large gears, bearings, bushes, gear racks, crane sheaves, and boom pads. The material's durability and wear resistance make it ideal for these uses.

Advantages of Nylon 6 Sheet

Nylon 6 Sheet is known for its strong impact and shock resistance, making it a reliable choice for various components. It absorbs vibrations effectively and can operate quietly, often outlasting traditional materials like bronze or brass.

Specifications

  • Material: Cast Polyamide 6
  • Operating Temperature: 0°C to +90°C
  • Food Compliant: Yes
  • Available Sizes: Up to 100mm thick
  • High Strength and Stiffness
  • Good Creep and Wear Resistance

Benefits

  • Long-lasting and durable
  • Versatile for various applications
  • Easy to machine with proper tools
  • Reduces noise in operation

Use Cases

  • Large gears
  • Bearings
  • Bushes
  • Gear racks
  • Crane sheaves
  • Boom pads

FAQ

Q: What is Nylon 6 Sheet?
A: Nylon 6 Sheet is a popular engineering plastic known for its versatility and strength, suitable for various applications.

Q: How do you machine Nylon 6 Sheet?
A: Use sharp tools and coolant to prevent overheating. Always skim equal amounts from both sides to maintain flatness.

All sizes & prices

86 sizes · prices include VAT · tap a price to select that size

16mm

250 × 250mm£64.44300 × 250mm£68.541000 × 100mm£93.72500 × 250mm£111.58500 × 300mm£114.22500 × 500mm£212.501000 × 250mm£212.50500 × 600mm£217.561000 × 300mm£217.561000 × 500mm£404.761000 × 600mm£414.401000 × 1000mm£771.001200 × 1000mm£789.362000 × 1000mm£1,468.562000 × 1220mm£1,503.52

20mm

250 × 250mm£74.08300 × 250mm£78.801000 × 100mm£107.76500 × 250mm£128.28500 × 300mm£131.32500 × 500mm£244.341000 × 250mm£244.34500 × 600mm£250.181000 × 300mm£250.181000 × 500mm£465.441000 × 600mm£476.521000 × 1000mm£886.541200 × 1000mm£907.662000 × 1000mm£1,688.662000 × 1220mm£1,728.86

25mm

250 × 250mm£91.30300 × 250mm£97.121000 × 100mm£132.80500 × 250mm£158.08500 × 300mm£161.86500 × 500mm£301.121000 × 250mm£301.12500 × 600mm£308.301000 × 300mm£308.301000 × 500mm£573.601000 × 600mm£587.261000 × 1000mm£1,092.561200 × 1000mm£1,118.562000 × 1000mm£2,081.062000 × 1220mm£2,130.62

30mm

250 × 250mm£109.90300 × 250mm£116.901000 × 100mm£159.84500 × 250mm£190.30500 × 300mm£194.84500 × 500mm£362.441000 × 250mm£362.44500 × 600mm£371.081000 × 300mm£371.081000 × 500mm£690.381000 × 600mm£706.821000 × 1000mm£1,315.041200 × 1000mm£1,346.362000 × 1000mm£2,504.842000 × 1220mm£2,564.48

40mm

250 × 250mm£144.64300 × 250mm£153.861000 × 100mm£210.40500 × 250mm£250.46500 × 300mm£256.44500 × 500mm£477.101000 × 250mm£477.10500 × 600mm£488.441000 × 300mm£488.441000 × 500mm£908.741000 × 600mm£930.381000 × 1000mm£1,730.921200 × 1000mm£1,772.14

50mm

250 × 250mm£178.84300 × 250mm£190.241000 × 100mm£260.14500 × 250mm£309.70500 × 300mm£317.06500 × 500mm£589.901000 × 250mm£589.90500 × 600mm£603.941000 × 300mm£603.941000 × 500mm£1,123.601000 × 600mm£1,150.341000 × 1000mm£2,140.201200 × 1000mm£2,191.16

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