PA6 Ultramid, Durethan, Badamid, Technyl Polyamide (Nylon / PA)
Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre Polyamide (Nylon / PA)

PA6 vs PA6+GF — Quel plastique choisir ?

Comprehensive Technical Comparison: Mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties, ease of injection, and cost. By Hybster's materials engineers.

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Overview — Performance profile

Overall scores

Mechanics
75
95
PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre
Thermal
60
75
PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre
Chemical
85
60
PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre
UV ageing
35
30
PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre
Process
80
50
PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre
Aesthetics
55
60
PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre
Sustainability
70
70
PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre
Cost
85
70
PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre

PA6 vs PA6+GF : différences clés

The PA6 (Ultramid, Durethan, Badamid,Technyl) et le Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre are two plastic materials frequently put in competition when selecting material for injection-moulded parts. This technical comparison helps you identify the most suitable material for your specifications.

The Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre offre une meilleure tenue en température (HDT 95 °C contre 65 °C pour le PA6).

The Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre présente une résistance à la traction supérieure (145 MPa contre 75 MPa pour le PA6).

the chemical resistance du PA6 est supérieure à celle du PA6+GF (85/100 contre 60/100).

The PA6 est plus facile à injecter (difficulté 2/5 contre 4/5 pour le PA6+GF), ce qui réduit le risque de rebut et les coûts outillage.

The PA6 is generally cheaper à transformer que le PA6+GF (score coût 85/100 contre 70/100).

Technical properties compared

Properties PA6 Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre Standard
Identification
Family Polyamide (Nylon / PA) Polyamide (Nylon / PA)
Reinforcement / Rank Glass fibres
Process Injection Moulding Injection Moulding
UL94 Rating HB HB UL 94
General properties
Density g/cm³ 1.13 to 1.16 (ASTM D1505); 0.902 to 1.41 (ASTM D792); 1.05 to 1.20 (ISO 1183) 1.22 to 1.44 (ASTM D1505); 1.22 to 1.62 (ASTM D792); 1.20 to 1.59 (ISO 1183) ISO 1183
Mechanical properties
Tensile strength (MPa) 75 145 ISO 527
Tensile modulus (MPa) 3000 9000 ISO 527
Tensile strain (%) 30 3 ISO 527
Bending strength (MPa) 90 170 ISO 178
Bending modulus (MPa) 2600 7600 ISO 178
Charpy impact strength (kJ/m²) 0.90 to 11 2.9 to 20 ISO 179
Thermal properties
Melting temperature (Tm) (°C) 220 220 DSC
Glass transition temperature (Tg) (°C) 50 50 DSC
HDT / A Temp (°C) 65 95 ISO 75-A
Minimum operating temperature (°C) -40 -40
Maximum operating temperature (°C) 100 120
Transformation temperature (°C) 230 230
Withdrawal on moulding (%) 0.8 0.2 ISO 2577
Performance scores (stars /5)
Mechanical performance
Thermal clothing
Chemical resistance
UV ageing
Ease of injection
Recycling
Special properties
Transparent
Food Contact
Recycled
Biobased
flame-retardant
UV resistant

⚠️ The values shown are typical orders of magnitude for standard grades. Always consult the supplier's datasheet for the exact grade selected.

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Our recommendation

In summary, the PA6 est préférable pour optimiser le coût de revient, tandis que le Polyamide 6 reinforced with glass fibre est préférable pour les applications haute température et les contraintes mécaniques élevées. Le choix final dépend du cahier des charges de votre pièce — our Hybster materials engineers can accompany you.

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