PA

polymer

PA (polyamide) is a semi-crystalline engineering thermoplastic known for its excellent balance of strength, stiffness, and toughness. Widely used in automotive, industrial, and consumer applications, PA offers superior chemical resistance and wear properties compared to commodity plastics, making it the preferred choice for structural components requiring durability and dimensional stability.

automotive engine covers and air intake manifoldsindustrial gears and bearing housingselectrical connectors and housingsmechanical fasteners and clipscable ties and industrial textilesconsumer appliance structural components

Compliance & Regulations

?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Compressive Strength(σc)
ksi
Elongation at Break(εf)
-
Flexural Strength (MOR)(σf)
ksi
Hardness (Vickers)(HV)
HV
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
-
Shear Modulus(G)
ksi
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS)
ksi
Young's Modulus(E)
ksi
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Glass Transition Temperature(Tg)
°F
Melting Point / Solidus(Tm)
°F
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax)
°F
Thermal Conductivity(k)
BTU/(hr·ft·°F)
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)2 entries
eV
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
µV/K
N entriesMultiple entries per property — large groups are collapsed; click a summary row to expand. Use filters above to narrow by form / heat treatment / basis.
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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
Refractive Index(n)
-
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Safety & Biocompatibility

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.
PA — Properties & Data | MatWorld