Polyamide 6 with carbon fiber reinforcement (PA6-CF)
Suitable for:
- Highly stressed mechanical parts
- Parts that require high rigidity and dimensional stability
- Applications where high heat resistance is required
- Parts in the automotive and aviation industries
Unsuitable for:
- Food contact
- Applications that require a high degree of flexibility
- Parts that are exposed to high UV radiation without an appropriate coating
Description: PA6-CF is a polyamide 6 filament reinforced with carbon fibers, known for its high mechanical strength and heat resistance. It offers excellent dimensional stability and is ideal for technical applications where precision and durability are required. The carbon fiber reinforcement provides increased stiffness, making it suitable for structural parts in demanding environments.
Technical features:
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.4 g/cm³ |
| Vicat softening temperature | 210 °C |
| Heat deflection temperature | 195 °C |
| Melting temperature | 260 °C |
| Melt flow index | 28 g/10 min |
| Tensile strength | 80 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 2.5% |
| Bending modulus | 4.2 GPa |
| Bending strength | 120 MPa |
| Impact resistance | 30 kJ/m² |