PA66GF40

PA66 Polyamide Pellets are a high-strength engineering plastic based on a PA66 matrix reinforced with 40% alkali-free, silane-treated chopped glass fiber by mass. They are typically available in natural off-white and black, with customizable grades featuring UL94-V0 halogen-free flame retardancy, hydrolysis resistance, low-temperature toughening, low fiber flotation, and thermal stability. Their rigidity, heat resistance, and creep resistance are superior to those of GF35 and approach those of metal, making them suitable for heavy-duty replacement of metal structural components and as a primary raw material for high-load precision parts.

Product Details

Specifications

Category Property Typical Value / Description
Physical Properties Density 1.45–1.47 g/cm³
Melting Point 258–263°C
Longitudinal Shrinkage 0.20%–0.28%
Transverse Shrinkage 0.40%–0.55%
Dimensional Stability Minimal deformation at high and low temperatures
Equilibrium Water Absorption 0.6%–0.75%
Moisture & Warp Resistance Moisture-resistant and warp-resistant
Mechanical Properties Tensile Strength 210–230 MPa
Flexural Strength 320–350 MPa
Flexural Modulus 12,000–13,200 MPa
Notched Impact Strength (Simply Supported Beam) 10–18 kJ/m²
Mechanical Performance Strength comparable to die-cast aluminum; resistant to creep deformation under long-term pressure; can be used as a lightweight replacement for small zinc-aluminum parts, reducing weight by 35%–55%
Heat Resistance Heat Deflection Temperature (1.8 MPa) 258–265°C
Heat Deflection Temperature (0.45 MPa) 268–275°C
Continuous Operating Temperature 120–140°C
Short-Term Peak Temperature Resistance Up to 210°C
Application Temperature Resistance Suitable for sustained high-temperature conditions in the engine compartment
Chemical & Electrical Resistance Chemical Resistance Resistant to engine oil, gasoline, coolant, hydraulic oil, and weak acids and alkalis
Strong Acid Resistance Not resistant to concentrated strong acids
Electrical Insulation Excellent insulation properties
CTI ≥ 580 V
Environmental Compliance All grades comply with RoHS and REACH environmental standards

 

Applications of PA66 Polyamide Pellets

PA66 Polyamide Pellets are widely used to manufacture high-strength, heat-resistant, and dimensionally stable components across demanding industrial applications, including:

  • Automotive Industry (Core Applications): Heavy-duty engine compartment brackets, turbocharger piping fittings, intake manifolds, water pump housings, radiator water chambers, load-bearing transmission components, BMS housings for new energy battery packs, chassis suspension control arms, and high-voltage connector bases (oil-resistant, high-temperature-resistant, and hydrolysis-resistant).

  • High-Voltage Electronics and Electrical Equipment: High-power circuit breaker bases, internal load-bearing brackets for charging stations, industrial variable-frequency drive housings, high-voltage terminal block bases, and high-power motor coil frames (V0 flame-retardant grade used for power distribution insulation components).

  • Industrial Machinery & Power Tools: Heavy-duty angle grinder/hammer drill housings, industrial hydraulic pump valve bodies, heavy-duty bearing housings, precision transmission gears, pump impellers, lightweight structural components for robotic arms, and agricultural machinery transmission brackets.

  • Other Applications: Load-bearing brackets for heavy-duty fitness equipment, high-end bicycle pedals/cranks, small components for construction machinery, drone landing gear structural components, and high-pressure valve bodies for bathroom fixtures.

 

 应用

 

Core Features of PA66 Polyamide Compound

  • Ultra-high rigidity and creep resistance: A dense 40% glass-fiber reinforcement skeleton ensures dimensional stability under long-term loads, making it the top choice for heavy-duty load-bearing components;

  • The preferred choice for metal lightweighting: Strength comparable to die-cast aluminum alloys, yet lighter in weight, with injection molding efficiency surpassing die casting;

  • Comprehensive range of modified grades: Hydrolysis-resistant grades suitable for automotive cooling circuits; V0 flame-retardant grades for high-voltage power distribution; cold-resistant grades that do not crack at -35°C;

  • Controllable molding: Flow properties superior to GF50; smooth filling during injection molding of thick-walled, multi-cavity, heavy-duty parts; significantly fewer fiber floats compared to high-glass-fiber grades.

 

Processing Recommendations

  • Drying: Dehumidifying drying at 105–120°C for 4–6 hours, with a moisture content of <0.10%, to prevent silver streaks and bubbles;

  • Barrel temperature: Barrel 265–295°C, nozzle 275–290°C;

  • Mold Temperature: 90–110°C to optimize surface finish, suppress fiber protrusion, and stabilize product dimensional accuracy.

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