PA12: The alternative when PA6 is too rigid and PE too soft
It can sometimes be difficult to choose the right material for a specific application. We offer a wide range of plastics, but one material that stands out is PA12. It sits perfectly between PA6 and PE. But what exactly makes PA12 so special?
One of PA12’s most important properties is its low water absorption. This makes it suitable for environments where the material is at risk of being exposed to moisture. Furthermore, PA12 is flexible, which is an advantage in applications where the material needs to be bent without breaking. Its Shore hardness is 65° Shore D.
Egenskaper och fördelar
Jämfört med PA6 är PA12 mer flexibelt och mindre riskerar att spricka. Samtidigt har PA12 god kemisk beständighet, vilket gör det till ett bra alternativ när materialet kommer i kontakt med kemikalier.
What makes PA12 unique is its combination of flexibility and chemical resistance. This makes it suitable for applications requiring both properties. One example is hoses, where the material must be able to bend without being damaged.
Användningsområden
PA12 is often used where the material needs to withstand chemicals. One example is fuel hoses, which must be resistant to petrol. It is also used in cable sheathing to protect cables from chemical substances.
Its flexibility also makes PA12 suitable for medical instruments, where the material may need to be bent during use.
Jämförelse med PA6 och PA66
Det finns andra material att välja på. PA6 och PA66 är också populära. Men hur skiljer sig PA12?
PA6 is stiffer than PA12, with a Shore hardness of 80° Shore D. This makes PA6 more brittle, particularly in damp environments. PA66 is also chemically resistant, but it is a more expensive option than PA12.
Vem kan då använda PA12? Det kan användas inom många områden, från slangar till medicinska instrument. Det är viktigt att välja rätt material för rätt användning och att säkerställa att det klarar de kemikalier det utsätts för.
Are you interested in finding out more about PA12 and how it might suit your needs? Please don’t hesitate to contact us!
PA12: Alternativet när PA6 är för stelt och PE för mjukt