PA (Polyamide) 12 – generic
Polyamide 12
PA (Polyamide) 12 – generic
Trade Name : Generic grade
Polyamide (Nylon / PA)
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Injection Moulding
Transparent Food Contact Recycled Biobased flame-retardant UV resistant
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Injection moulding difficulty
Recycling
Performance profile
Mechanical properties
| Density | 2.80 to 3.47 g/cm³ ISO 1183 |
|---|---|
| Charpy notched impact | 0.99 to 9.8 kJ/m2 |
| Flexural modulus | 1400 MPa |
| Flexural resistance | 60 MPa |
| Tensile modulus | 1600 MPa |
| Tensile resistance | 50 MPa |
| Tensile strain | 200 % |
Chemical resistance and characteristics
Chemical resistance
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Recommended applications
- Automotive Applications
- Electrical/Electronic Applications
- Industrial applications
- Consumer applications
- Household
- Technical parts
- General purpose
- Enclosures
- Sports equipment
- Connectors
Frequently asked questions
Injection at 210–250 °C, mould at 40–80 °C. Recommended pre-drying: 4 hours at 80 °C. Good flow properties. Moderate shrinkage (0.9–2.0 %). Less hygroscopic than PA6 → better dimensional stability after moulding.
PA12 is recyclable. In selective laser sintering (SLS), used powders can be recycled up to 30–50%. Mechanical recycling is possible for injection-moulded parts.
PA12 grades are approved for food contact (FDA 21 CFR, EU Regulation 10/2011). Verify the compliance of the specific grade with the food type and temperature.
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