PA12 is a semi-crystalline polyamide (nylon) thermoplastic commonly produced through ring-opening polymerization of ε-caprolactam. It is widely used in automotive, consumer goods, and industrial applications where a balance of mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and processing flexibility is required. PA12 is valued for its toughness and fatigue resistance compared to PA6, along with superior dimensional stability in humid environments, making it the preferred choice when moisture sensitivity and long-term performance are critical design constraints.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Compressive Strength(σc) | 773.0 | MPa | — | ||
Elongation at Break(εf) | 206.6 | - | — | ||
Flexural Strength (MOR)(σf) | 58.00 | MPa | — | ||
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | 47.17 | MPa | — | ||
Young's Modulus(E) | 1.130 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Glass Transition Temperature(Tg) | 319.2 | K | — | ||
Melting Point / Solidus(Tm) | 452.7 | K | — | ||
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax) | 634.8 | K | — | ||
Thermal Conductivity(k) | 0.4727 | W/(m·K) | — |