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Alro Plastics Product: Nylatron® SLG PA6 (Formerly LIG)

Nylatron® SLG PA6
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Size and Availability:

Sheet / Slab stock
- Thickness: 3/16”thk to 4”thk
- Sheet sizes: 24” x 48”, 48” x 120” offered in select thicknesses

Rod / Round stock
- Diameter: 2”dia to 12”dia
- Lengths: 2”dia to 4”dia, 5 foot lg.
- Lengths: 4.25”dia to 6”dia, 4 foot lg.
- Lengths: 6.25”dia and up, 1 foot lg.

Tube / Hollow rounds
- Diameter: 2”OD to 18”OD (wall thickness varies)
- Lengths: 13”lg., 26”lg., and 78”lg. depending on OD




Nylatron® SLG PA6  Nylatron® SLG PA6
Nylatron® is a registered trade name of Quadrant EPP. The Nylatron® product line features a variety of materials designed to excel in specific applications. Please read below on each specific Nylatron® product for more information.

Nylatron™ SLG PA6 oil-filled polyamide shapes were specifically developed for non-lubricated, high-loaded and slow-moving parts in a variety of industrial environments. For applications that require a low coefficient of friction (COF) and good sliding properties, high mechanical strength, rigidity and outstanding wear resistance, Nylatron™ SLG PA6 components are an ideal solution. Furthermore, when compared to conventional cast nylon grades, Nylatron™ SLG PA6 offers lower maintenance costs and a longer service life. Alro stocks Nylatron™ SLG PA6 in blue and in natural color that is food contact compliant version and carries USA FDA 21 CFR § 177.2500.


Features:

  • Excellent wear resistance
  • Good mechanical and electrical properties
  • Ideal balance of strength and toughness
  • Internally lubricated and heat stabilized

Applications:

  • Gears, sprockets, star wheels
  • Bushings and bearings
  • Wear pads, rails and strips
  • Pulleys, sheaves and guides
  • Conveyor wheels
  • Rollers and sleeves
  • Supports and rubbing blocks
  • Valve seats and seals