Nylon 6
Duro-Glide® Nylon 6
Duro-Glide® Nylon 6 polymer sheets are engineered for strength, durability, and reliable performance across a wide range of industrial applications. Known for their excellent toughness, abrasion resistance, and cost-effectiveness, Nylon 6 is a versatile material choice for components that must perform under repeated use and demanding conditions.
Nylon 6 also offers a strong balance of lightweight performance, chemical resistance, and processability. It can be machined and fabricated for diverse end uses, making it a practical solution for manufacturers seeking dependable performance and long service life.
Why Choose Duro-Glide® Nylon 6?
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High strength and toughness for demanding applications
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Excellent wear and abrasion resistance, including MD grades with molybdenum disulfide for lower coefficient of friction
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Lightweight compared with many metal alternatives, helping reduce handling and system weight
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Good resistance to oils, greases, fuels, and many industrial chemicals
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Easy to machine and fabricate for efficient production and custom part design
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Available for use across automotive, industrial, textile, packaging, and consumer applications
Performance Benefits
Nylon 6 delivers strong mechanical properties, fatigue resistance, and dependable durability for parts exposed to repeated stress and continuous use.
Wear-Resistant Options
We offer 4′ x 10′ standard sheets in thicknesses from 1/4″ up to 4″. Custom cuts are also available.
Common Applications
Used in textile fibers, carpets, automotive parts, industrial gears and bearings, electrical housings, connectors, and packaging films.
Nylon 6
Nylon 6 Black
Unique composition has a molecular weight of 3-4 million. Specifically designed to maximize slip and provide long-term stability in applications. It is recyclable.
Nylon 6 White
Excellent antimicrobial protection. Ideal for bottling, dairy, bakery. Used for conveying systems in the fish, beef, and poultry industries. FDA compliant.
Duro-Glide® Nylon 6 Sample Request
Not sure if the color will be a match for your application or if UHMW is what you need? Perhaps a sample will do the trick! Give us your project details and we will ship the samples to you that best meet your requirements.