Nylon
Nylon offers high tensile strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance. It is known for its excellent toughness, low friction, and abrasion resistance. Additionally, it is easy to mold, machine, and dye, making it versatile for various applications.
What Is Nylon?
Nylon is a synthetic polymer, also known as a polyamide, made from repeating units linked by amide bonds. It was first developed in the 1930s as a silk substitute and has since become one of the most versatile and widely used thermoplastics. Polyamide is characterized by its high tensile strength, flexibility, and abrasion resistance, making it ideal for a wide range of applications.
Polyamide often includes additives such as glass fibers, carbon fibers, and lubricants to enhance properties like rigidity, heat resistance, and reduced friction. It is commonly used in industries like automotive, textiles, electronics, and consumer goods due to its excellent mechanical performance, chemical resistance, and ease of processing. Its versatility allows it to be molded, extruded, or machined into complex shapes and high-precision parts, meeting the demands of various applications.
Advantages and Applications
Nylon’s unique properties make it essential across industries. Its strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance make it ideal for diverse applications. Durable and versatile, it performs reliably in automotive, industrial, and consumer products.
Advantages
- Corrosion resistance
- Lightweight
- Durable
- Flexible
- High-temperature strength
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Low moisture absorption
- Electrical properties
- Versatile
- Cost-effective
Applications
- Industry and machinery
- Textiles and clothing
- Automotive industry
- Gears in machinery
- Electronic and electrical
- Cooking utensils
- Bearings
- Building materials
- Daily life and consumer goods
- Packaging materials
Nylon CNC Machining Services
Nylon is a versatile material known for its strength, flexibility, and abrasion resistance, making it an ideal choice for CNC machining projects. Its low friction properties and excellent chemical resistance enhance its suitability for various applications, especially in demanding environments.
At DEZE, our machine shop specializes in producing custom polyamide parts using advanced CNC lathes and both 3-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines. We work with a range of nylon types, including Nylon 6, 6/6, 11, 12, and glass-filled polyamide.
As a trusted and cost-effective manufacturer, DEZE delivers high-precision parts for industries such as automotive, electronics, textiles, and consumer goods, with applications in components like gears, bushings, and housings.
Nylon Injection Molding
DEZE offers high-quality nylon injection molding services, utilizing advanced machinery to produce custom polyamide parts with exceptional precision. Our injection molding process allows for the rapid production of complex shapes, ensuring consistent quality and performance in every component.
We work with a variety of nylon grades, including nylon 6, 6/6,11, and 12, catering to the specific requirements of industries such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods.
As a reliable and cost-effective manufacturer, DEZE provides finely molded polyamide components with various finishing options, including bead blasting, polishing, and coloring, to meet your exact specifications.
Custom Nylon Parts
DEZE provides outstanding polyamide injection molding and CNC machining services, specializing in the production of high-quality custom polyamide parts. We work with various polyamide grades to deliver durable and precise components tailored to your specific needs.
Available Materials
Nylon 6 (PA6)
Excellent toughness and flexibility, good chemical resistance, and moderate heat resistance. It has a relatively low melting point compared to other nylons.
Nylon 6/6 (PA66)
Higher melting point and greater tensile strength than Nylon 6. It offers excellent abrasion resistance and mechanical strength, making it ideal for high-stress applications.
Nylon 11 (PA11)
Bio-based with high flexibility, low moisture absorption, and excellent chemical resistance. It performs well in high-stress environments.
Glass-Filled Nylon
Enhanced strength and stiffness due to glass fiber reinforcement. It maintains some flexibility while improving mechanical properties.
Carbon-Fiber Filled Nylon
High strength-to-weight ratio and improved stiffness from carbon fiber reinforcement. Resistant to deformation and thermal expansion.
High-Temperature Nylon (HTN)
Excellent chemical resistance and retains mechanical properties at high temperatures.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, DEZE employs advanced CNC lathes to machine polyamide. Based on your project needs, we can provide competitively priced, high-precision turned polyamide parts.
We primarily use polyamide grades including polyamide 6, polyamide 6/6, polyamide 11, polyamide 12, and glass-filled polyamide. Each type has unique properties that are suitable for different applications. If you require a specific nylon material, we can also provide you with a special customization service.
We offer polyamide injection molding, CNC machining, and 3D printing services. These processes allow us to produce high-precision parts with complex geometries and excellent surface finishes.
Yes, we specialize in creating custom polyamide parts tailored to your specific requirements, including size, shape, and material properties.