Nylon MD
Duro-Glide® Nylon MD
Duro-Glide® Nylon MD is engineered for a strong balance of performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness across a wide range of industrial and consumer applications. Known for its high strength, toughness, and wear resistance, Nylon MD is a dependable material choice for parts that must perform under repeated stress and demanding operating conditions.
Nylon MD also offers lightweight performance, good chemical resistance, and efficient processability for molding, extrusion, machining, and fabrication. With molybdenum disulfide infused into the material, Nylon MD provides dry lubrication that helps lower the coefficient of friction and improve performance in high-friction applications.
Why Choose Duro-Glide® Nylon MD?
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- High strength and toughness for demanding industrial and consumer applications
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Excellent wear and abrasion resistance for long service life
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Molybdenum disulfide infusion provides dry lubrication and helps lower coefficient of friction
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Lightweight alternative to many metals, helping reduce transportation and manufacturing costs
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Good resistance to oils, greases, fuels, and many chemicals
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Easy to mold, extrude, machine, and fabricate for efficient production
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Reliable thermal performance and dimensional stability across a wide temperature range
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Versatile material used in textiles, packaging, automotive, industrial, and electrical applications
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Recyclable options and recycled Nylon MD grades help support sustainability goals
Performance Benefits
Nylon MD combines excellent mechanical strength, toughness, fatigue resistance, and dependable durability for parts exposed to repeated stress and continuous use.
Wear-Resistant Options
Molybdenum disulfide acts as a built-in dry lubricant to lower coefficient of friction and improve wear performance in high-friction environments.
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 and apparel, carpets and upholstery, automotive parts, industrial gears and bearings, electrical connectors and housings, and packaging films.
Nylon MD
Duro-Glide® Nylon 6MD 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.