PA 6 sheet

What are PA6.6 sheets?

PA6.6 sheets are made from polyamide 6.6, an engineering plastic known for its high mechanical strength, hardness and thermal resistance. This material belongs to the polyamide family and is used in a wide range of industrial applications thanks to its outstanding properties. PA6.6 is particularly resilient and is suitable both for mechanically stressed components and for precision applications.

The sheets are available in natural and black. While the natural variant is often used in technical applications, the black variant additionally offers UV resistance and an attractive appearance.

PA6.6 sheets cut to size

A major advantage of PA6.6 sheets is the option to order custom cut pieces to individual requirements. These cut pieces reduce material waste and make integration into specific projects easier.

Machining the PA6.6 sheets

PA6.6 sheets are easy to machine and offer a wide range of adaptation options. The common machining methods include:

• Drilling: Enables precise holes without cracking.
• Milling: For smooth edges and complex shapes.
• Turning: Suitable for cylindrical components and precision applications.
• Sawing: For rough cut pieces and individual formats.
• Thermoforming: For producing components with special shapes.
• Bonding: Use of special adhesives for permanent joints.
• Welding: For stable and long-lasting material joints.

Machining often requires special tools, particularly at greater thicknesses, in order to achieve optimum results.

Properties

PA6.6 sheets offer numerous advantages that predestine them for demanding applications:

• High mechanical strength and hardness: Ideal for highly stressed components.
• Good thermal resistance: Suitable for use in environments with higher temperatures.
• Outstanding wear resistance: Guarantees a long service life even under intensive stress.
• Low coefficient of friction: Reduces wear in sliding applications.
• Chemical resistance: Resistant to oils, greases and many chemicals.
• Good dimensional stability: Suitable for precision parts.
• UV resistance: Particularly in the black variant.

Applications

Thanks to their excellent properties, PA6.6 sheets are widely used in various industries and applications:

• Mechanical engineering: Bearing bushes, gears, guide rollers and slide plates.
• Automotive industry: Structural elements that require high mechanical load capacity and thermal stability.
• Electrical engineering: Insulating materials and components with high dimensional accuracy.
• Food industry: Suitable for applications that comply with FDA and EU directives (natural variants).
• Conveyor technology: Slide guides, chain guides and abrasion protection plates.
• Construction industry: Wear-resistant components and structures.

The versatility of PA6.6 makes it a preferred material for demanding technical applications where strength, precision and durability are crucial.

FAQ about PA6.6 sheets

What advantages do PA6.6 sheets offer over other polyamides?
PA6.6 offers higher mechanical strength, better thermal resistance and a lower tendency to creep compared with PA6.

Are PA6.6 sheets food-safe?
Yes, the natural variant meets the FDA and EU requirements for contact with food.

In which thicknesses are PA6.6 sheets available?
PA6.6 sheets are available in thicknesses from 1 mm to 100 mm. Custom-made items are possible on request.

Which applications benefit particularly from PA6.6?
PA6.6 is preferred for mechanically and thermally demanding applications, such as gears, slide guides and structural elements.

Is PA6.6 UV-resistant?
The black variant of PA6.6 offers good UV resistance, while the natural version is recommended for indoor applications.

PA6.6 sheets are ideal for applications such as:

• Gears and bearing bushes: Precision and durability in mechanical engineering.
• Slide guides: Reduced wear and optimised performance.
• Structural elements: Highly loadable components for industrial plants.

Thanks to the option of cutting PA6.6 sheets to size, projects can be implemented efficiently and cost-effectively while making optimum use of the material properties.

Technical data

PA6.6 sheets exhibit an impressive combination of technical properties:

• Material density: approx. 1.14 g/cm³
• Temperature resistance: Continuously up to +100 °C, briefly up to +180 °C
• Tensile strength: approx. 80 MPa
• Moisture absorption: Up to 3 % (saturation in standard climate)
• Coefficient of friction: Low
• Wear resistance: Very high
• Electrical properties: Good insulating capability
• Dimensions: Available in thicknesses from 1 mm to 100 mm and formats up to 2000 x 1000 mm