Material
Nylon (PA)
Strong, wear-resistant engineering plastic and technical fiber.
- Family
- Plastic / Textile
Common grades
- PA6
- PA66
- PA66 + 30% glass fiber
- PA12 (3D printing)
Key properties
| Density | 1.14 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Max service temp | 120–180 °C |
| Wear resistance | Excellent |
Compatible processes
CNC Machining
Precision milled and turned parts in metals and engineering plastics.
Learn morePlastic Injection Molding
High-volume plastic parts from steel or aluminum molds.
Learn more3D Printing & Prototyping
Fast prototypes, vacuum casting and low-volume bridge production.
Learn moreTextile Cut & Sew
Garments, bags and soft goods from pattern to finished product.
Learn moreTypical applications
- Gears and bushings
- Cable ties and clips
- Outdoor gear fabric
- Bags and straps
Finishes
- Dyeing
- Texture
Industries
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Nylon (PA): frequently asked questions
Which nylon (pa) grades are most common in China?
Common grades: PA6; PA66; PA66 + 30% glass fiber; PA12 (3D printing).
Which processes work with nylon (pa)?
Nylon (PA) can be processed by cnc machining, plastic injection molding, 3d printing & prototyping, textile cut & sew.
What is nylon (pa) used for?
Typical applications include gears and bushings, cable ties and clips, outdoor gear fabric, bags and straps.
How do I make sure a supplier really uses the specified nylon (pa)?
Name the exact grade in the contract, ask for a material certificate (mill certificate or test report) and verify samples — for metals with a handheld XRF analyzer, for plastics with a lab test on critical parts. Substitution is one of the most common quality problems.
Guides from our sourcing team
Plastic Materials Guide: ABS, PC, PP, Nylon and MoreProperties, typical uses and cost of the plastics most often specified.
Injection Molding: Tooling, Costs and Common DefectsA buyer’s introduction to plastic injection molding and how to avoid expensive tooling mistakes.
3D Printing and Rapid Prototyping Before ToolingWhich prototyping method to use at each stage, and how to move from prototype to production.
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