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Polyamide 6 Rods – Fire-Resistant (FR)
Our Polyamide 6 rods, labeled as Fire-Resistant (FR), offer enhanced fire and flame resistance compared to unmodified polyamide (PA). These rods are crafted from a Self-Extinguishing Class polyamide (Class V0 per UL 94) and strictly adhere to the European Railway Standard DIN EN 45545-2: 2013, specifically meeting the stringent requirements of R22, R23, R24, and R26, as well as HL1-HL3.
What sets this fire-retardant PA6 apart is its halogen- and phosphorus-free composition, which maintains high strength, stiffness, and exceptional dimensional stability. Notably, the low density of our Polyamide 6 rods – Fire-Resistant (FR) offers a considerable weight advantage over alternative materials, such as steel.
These fire-resistant PA6 rods exhibit superb sliding properties, outstanding abrasion resistance, and excellent workability, making them a versatile choice for various applications.
Our fire-resistant PA 6 rods are engineered for optimal flame resistance and bring together excellent wear resistance, sliding properties, impressive strength, and remarkable chemical resistance.
These Fire-Resistant Polyamide rods (FR) are ideally suited for the aerospace and railway industries, meeting the highest standards for fire safety. Furthermore, the raw material is UL94 V0 approved, providing an extra layer of safety assurance.
These fire-resistant PA6 rods are frequently employed in electrical components such as plugs, sockets, fuse housings, switches, and lamp housings. They are also the preferred choice for mechanical parts exposed to high temperatures and television casings, offering uncompromising reliability.
Mechanical Properties
| MECHANICAL PROPERTIES | VALUE | UNIT | PARAMETER | NORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modulus of elasticity (flexural test) |
3900 | MPa | 2mm/min, 10 N | DIN EN ISO 178 |
| Flexural strength | 121 | MPa | 2mm/min, 10 N | DIN EN ISO 178 |
| Elongation at break | 3 | % | 50mm/min | DIN EN ISO 527-2 |
| Elongation at yield | 3 | % | 50mm/min | DIN EN ISO 527-2 |
| Tensile strength | 79 | MPa | 50mm/min | DIN EN ISO 527-2 |
| Modulus of elasticity (tensile test) |
3900 | MPa | 1mm/min | DIN EN ISO 527-2 |
| Ball indentation hardness | 175 | MPa | ISO 2039-1 | |
| Impact strength (Charpy) | 53 | kJ/m2 | max. 7,5J | DIN EN ISO 179-1eU |
| Compression modulus | 3300 | MPa | 5mm/min, 10 N | EN ISO 604 |
| Compression strength | 34 | MPa | 1% / 2% | EN ISO 604 |
| Tensile strength at yield | 79 | MPa | 50mm/min | DIN EN ISO 527-2 |
Thermal Properties
| THERMAL PROPERTIES | VALUE | UNIT | PARAMETER | NORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service temperature | 160 | C | short term | NN |
| Melting temperature | 221 | C | DIN EN ISO 11357 | |
| Glass transition temperature | 45 | C | DIN EN ISO 11357 | |
| Service temperature | 100 | C | long term | NN |
Electrical Properties
| ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES | VALUE | UNIT | PARAMETER | NORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| volume resistivity | 1014 | O*cm | Silver electrode, 23°C, 12% r.h. | DIN IEC 60093 |
| surface resistivity | 1014 | O | Silver electrode, 23°C, 12% r.h. | DIN IEC 60093 |
Other Properties
| OTHER PROPERTIES | VALUE | UNIT | PARAMETER | NORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resistance to hot water/ bases | (+) | – | – | |
| Resistance to weathering | – | – | – | |
| Flammability (UL94) | V0 | – | raw material listed (value at 1.5mm) | DIN IEC 60695-11-10; |
| Flammability | R22 HL3, R23 HL3, R24 HL3 | – | EN 45545-2:2016 | |
| Flammability | + | – | 60 sec. Vertical Bunsen Burner test, 25.853 (a) and Appendix F, Part I, para. (a)(1)(i) | FAR 25.853 |
| Flammability | + | – | 15 sec. Horizontal Bunsen Burner test, 25.853 (a) and Appendix F, Part I, para. (a)(1)(iv) and (v) | FAR 25.853 |
| Flammability | + | – | Heat Release, FAR Part 25, § 25.853 (d) and Appendix F, Part IV | FAR 25.853 |
| Flammability | + | – | Smoke density FAR Part 25, § 25.853 (d) and Appendix F, Part V | FAR 25.853 |
| Flammability | + | – | Gas Toxicity, as per Airbus directive ABD 0031 | AITM 3.0005 |
