Description
Nylon 6 Natural Sheet – 500mm × 500mm × 6mm
Premium-grade Nylon 6 (PA6) natural sheet, cut to 500mm × 500mm at 6mm thickness. This cream/ivory coloured engineering thermoplastic is one of the most widely used materials in precision engineering, offering an outstanding combination of mechanical strength, wear resistance, low friction and excellent machinability.
Suitable for a wide range of CNC machining, turning, milling and fabrication applications across the engineering, automotive, food processing and general manufacturing sectors.
Key Features & Benefits
- ✅ Excellent Machinability — machines cleanly with standard tooling; ideal for CNC milling, drilling, turning and routing
- ✅ High Mechanical Strength — good tensile strength and rigidity for demanding structural applications
- ✅ Outstanding Wear Resistance — low coefficient of friction makes it ideal for bushings, guides and wear pads
- ✅ Self-Lubricating Properties — reduces friction in moving parts without additional lubrication
- ✅ Good Chemical Resistance — resistant to oils, fuels, greases and many solvents
- ✅ Low Moisture Absorption (relative to PA66) — better dimensional stability in humid environments
- ✅ Electrically Insulating — suitable for use in electrical isolation applications
- ✅ FDA Compliant Material Available — natural grade suitable for food contact applications
- ✅ Lightweight vs Metal — significantly lighter than steel or aluminium alternatives
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Nylon 6 (Polyamide 6 / PA6) |
| Grade | Natural (Cream/Ivory) |
| Dimensions | 500mm × 500mm |
| Thickness | 6mm |
| Density | ~1.14 g/cm³ |
| Tensile Strength | ~70–80 MPa |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +90°C (continuous) |
| Hardness | ~80 Shore D |
| Water Absorption | ~2.5–3.5% (24h immersion) |
| Colour | Natural / Cream / Off-White |
| Tolerance | Standard engineering tolerance |
| Manufacturing Method | Cast / Extruded |
Common Applications
- ⚙️ Gears & Sprockets — low-noise, self-lubricating drive components
- 🔩 Bushings & Bearings — wear pads, slide bearings, guide bushings
- 🏭 Jigs & Fixtures — precision tooling and workholding components
- 🍽️ Food Processing Equipment — conveyor components, cutting boards, guide rails
- ⚡ Electrical Insulation — terminal blocks, insulating spacers
- 🚗 Automotive — clips, brackets, fluid handling components
- 🔧 General Engineering — machine parts, structural components, prototypes
Machining Guidelines
Nylon 6 machines cleanly using standard HSS or carbide tooling. Use sharp tools, moderate cutting speeds and air or coolant to manage heat. Drill undersized and finish-ream for precise bore tolerances. Sheets can be sawn, milled, turned and laser cut.
Cut to your specification — contact us for custom sizes and larger quantities.
All sizes & prices
21 sizes · prices include VAT · tap a price to select that size
| Thickness Sheet size | 500 × 250mm | 500 × 500mm | 1000 × 500mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1mm | – | £26.99£107.96/m² | – |
| 2mm | – | £42.99£171.96/m² | – |
| 3mm | – | £56.99£227.96/m² | – |
| 4mm | – | £69.99£279.96/m² | – |
| 5mm | – | £86.99£347.96/m² | – |
| 6mm | £55.99£447.92/m² | £99.99£399.96/m² | £178.99£357.98/m² |
| 8mm | – | £135.99£543.96/m² | – |
| 10mm | – | £151.99£607.96/m² | – |
| 12mm | – | £177.99£711.96/m² | – |
| 16mm | – | £218.99£875.96/m² | – |
| 25mm | – | £321.99£1,287.96/m² | – |
| 30mm | – | £369.99£1,479.96/m² | – |
| 40mm | – | £498.99£1,995.96/m² | – |
| 50mm | – | £598.99£2,395.96/m² | – |
| 60mm | – | £698.99£2,795.96/m² | – |
| 70mm | – | £802.99£3,211.96/m² | – |
| 80mm | – | £999.99£3,999.96/m² | – |
| 90mm | – | £1,698.99£6,795.96/m² | – |
| 100mm | – | £1,160.99£4,643.96/m² | – |
Need a size that isn't listed? We cut to order. Request a quote or call 01744 520110.
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