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Envalior Akulon® F249-HG4 Nylon 6-20% Glass Reinforced (European Grade) (Cond)
Categories: Polymer; Thermoplastic; Nylon (Polyamide PA); Nylon 6 (PA6); Nylon 6, 20% Glass Fiber Filled

Material Notes: The Akulon® product portfolio is engineered for optimum performance to suit different processing techniques and end use markets. Akulon Nylon 6 is used for extrusion applications including barrier film, stock shapes, convoluted tubes, and monofilament. Akulon XP is a high-productivity, high-performance PA6 grade for film extrusion processes. Medium viscosity, unreinforced or reinforced Akulon grades are used for various injection molding and blow molding applications. Akulon® Ultraflow® is a high-productivity, high-performance PA6 family for molding processes.

Key applications for Akulon:

  • Automotive: Intake manifold, Engine, Powertrain, Airbag containers, Exterior trim, Interior trim, Electrical components and connectors
  • Consumer durables: Power tools, Lawn and garden tools, Small appliances, Sports and leisure equipment, Furniture, Industrial Goods, Transportation
  • E&E: Low voltage switch gear/power distribution, Lighting, Power connectors
  • Film: Specialty and barrier films

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Former DSM Engineering Plastics product line is now with Envalior.

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Physical PropertiesOriginal ValueComments
Density 1.27 g/cc(DAM); ISO 1183
Water Absorption 8.0 %DAM; Sim. to ISO 62
Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium 2.4 %Humidity Absorption (DAM); Sim. to ISO 62
 
Thermal PropertiesOriginal ValueComments
Melting Point 220 °C10°C/min (DAM); ISO 11357-1/-3
 
Descriptive Properties
Blow MoldingYes
Heat Stabilized or Stable to HeatYes
With FillersYes

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