Nylon Sheet manufactured from beige PA6 provides good mechanical strength, wear resistance, impact toughness, fatigue resistance and machinability. It is suitable for producing gears, rollers, guide plates, bushings, pulleys, wear pads, support blocks and automation components. A total of 39 listed size options are available, with thicknesses ranging from 6 mm to 150 mm. Additional dimensions and finished CNC-machined parts can be produced according to drawings and working requirements.
Nylon Sheet manufactured from Polyamide 6 is a widely used engineering plastic material with good mechanical strength, wear resistance, impact toughness, fatigue resistance and machinability. It is also commonly described as PA6 sheet, Nylon 6 sheet or Polyamide 6 sheet.
This beige PA6 material can be supplied as square sheets, rectangular panels, thick blocks and cut-to-size blanks. It can also be machined into gears, rollers, guide plates, bushings, pulleys, sliding blocks, wear pads, support components and other industrial parts according to drawings or samples.
The natural beige appearance makes it easier to inspect machined surfaces, holes, grooves, edges and operating wear. Compared with many metal materials, PA6 Nylon Sheet is lighter in weight, does not rust and can help reduce contact noise in suitable applications.
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For general material information, visit Wikipedia’s explanation of Nylon 6. Additional information about the material family is available in Wikipedia’s article about polyamide.
PA6 Nylon Sheet provides a useful combination of strength, toughness and rigidity. It can withstand mechanical loading while remaining considerably lighter than steel, making it suitable for machine components where reduced weight and easier installation are important.
Actual load capacity depends on the finished-part dimensions, supporting structure, operating temperature, environmental humidity and whether the component is exposed to static, dynamic or intermittent loading.
Nylon Sheet performs well in parts exposed to repeated rolling, sliding and contact wear. Common components include rollers, gears, guide blocks, wear plates, bushings, pulleys and sliding supports.
Using PA6 nylon in suitable applications can help reduce direct metal-to-metal contact, protect mating surfaces and lower the frequency of component replacement.
PA6 has good sliding characteristics and can operate with reduced lubrication in many light-duty and medium-duty applications. It is commonly used for guide components, rollers, bearing supports, sliding blocks and transmission parts where smooth movement is required.
Lubrication requirements should be evaluated according to operating load, sliding speed, shaft material, temperature and continuous running time.
The material has good toughness and fatigue resistance, allowing it to withstand repeated movement, vibration, intermittent impact and frequent starting or stopping.
These properties make Nylon Sheet suitable for mechanical components that experience cyclic loading or repeated contact during normal equipment operation.
Replacing suitable metal gears, rollers, guides or support components with PA6 nylon parts can help reduce contact noise and vibration. This is useful in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, automated production lines and other equipment requiring quieter operation.
Nylon Sheet can be saw cut, turned, milled, drilled, tapped, slotted, countersunk and machined into complex profiles. It is suitable for individual replacement parts, prototype production and repeat batch manufacturing.
Because PA6 absorbs moisture and may experience small dimensional changes, machining allowance, material conditioning and the final operating environment should be considered when tight tolerances are required.
Dry PA6 Nylon Sheet provides useful electrical insulation and may be used for selected insulating supports, spacers, mounting blocks and protective components.
Moisture absorption can affect electrical properties, so environmental humidity and electrical-performance requirements should be confirmed before material selection.
Unlike ordinary steel, PA6 nylon does not rust. It can be used in environments where water, humidity or selected chemicals may cause corrosion problems for conventional metal components.
Chemical compatibility should still be checked where the finished component will contact strong acids, strong alkalis, oxidizing substances or unusual solvents.
The following production dimensions are based on the supplied size chart. All dimensions are listed as length × width × thickness, and the unit is millimetres.
The chart includes 39 listed PA6 Nylon Sheet size combinations with thicknesses ranging from 6 mm to 150 mm. Additional cut-to-size dimensions can be evaluated according to the required quantity and finished-part drawing.
| Available Size | Listed Quantity | Available Size | Listed Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300 × 300 × 6 mm | 2 sheets | 300 × 300 × 8 mm | 2 sheets |
| 300 × 300 × 10 mm | 1 sheet | 300 × 300 × 12 mm | 1 sheet |
| 300 × 300 × 15 mm | 1 sheet | 300 × 300 × 20 mm | 1 sheet |
| 300 × 300 × 25 mm | 1 sheet | 300 × 300 × 30 mm | 1 sheet |
| 300 × 300 × 35 mm | 1 sheet | 300 × 300 × 40 mm | 1 sheet |
| 300 × 300 × 45 mm | 1 sheet | 300 × 300 × 50 mm | 1 sheet |
| 200 × 200 × 55 mm | 1 sheet | 200 × 200 × 60 mm | 1 sheet |
| 200 × 200 × 70 mm | 1 sheet | 200 × 200 × 80 mm | 1 sheet |
| 200 × 200 × 90 mm | 1 sheet | 200 × 200 × 100 mm | 1 sheet |
| 200 × 200 × 110 mm | 1 sheet | 200 × 200 × 120 mm | 1 sheet |
| 200 × 200 × 130 mm | 1 sheet | 200 × 200 × 140 mm | 1 sheet |
| 200 × 200 × 150 mm | 1 sheet | Other dimensions | Produced according to requirements |
| Available Size | Available Size |
|---|---|
| 300 × 400 × 10 mm | 300 × 400 × 15 mm |
| 300 × 400 × 20 mm | 300 × 400 × 25 mm |
| 400 × 400 × 25 mm | 400 × 500 × 25 mm |
| 400 × 600 × 25 mm | 400 × 800 × 25 mm |
| 400 × 900 × 25 mm | 500 × 500 × 25 mm |
| 500 × 800 × 25 mm | 500 × 1000 × 25 mm |
| 500 × 1200 × 25 mm | 600 × 800 × 25 mm |
| 600 × 1000 × 25 mm | 600 × 1200 × 25 mm |
Size note: The dimensions above are available production or cut-to-size specifications shown in the supplied chart. Actual availability, quantity, cutting allowance and delivery time should be confirmed before ordering.
For parts requiring CNC machining, the selected raw Nylon Sheet blank should include sufficient allowance for cutting, clamping, rough machining and final finishing. Overall dimensions, hole positions, grooves and tolerances should be confirmed according to the finished-part drawing.
| Item | Typical Specification |
|---|---|
| Product name | Beige PA6 Nylon Sheet |
| Material | Polyamide 6 / PA6 / Nylon 6 |
| Color | Natural beige or light ivory |
| Listed thickness range | 6–150 mm |
| Listed minimum panel size | 200 × 200 mm |
| Listed maximum panel size | 600 × 1200 mm |
| Typical density | Approximately 1.12–1.15 g/cm³, depending on material grade and conditioning state |
| Available processing | Cutting, turning, milling, drilling, tapping, slotting, countersinking and profile machining |
| Supply form | Square sheet, rectangular panel, thick block, cut blank or finished CNC-machined component |
| Dimensional tolerance | Confirmed according to part size, thickness, machining method and drawing requirements |
| Operating conditions | Final suitability depends on load, speed, temperature, humidity and chemical exposure |
Technical note: The listed values and dimensions represent common production information rather than fixed limits. Final size, tolerance, flatness, conditioning state and machining requirements should be confirmed before production.
Nylon Sheet can be machined into spur gears, helical gears, sprockets, pulleys and other mechanical transmission components. Compared with suitable metal components, PA6 nylon can reduce operating noise, component weight and wear on mating surfaces.
Gear dimensions, tooth profile, torque, rotational speed, working temperature and continuous operating time should be evaluated before selecting the final material grade.
Beige PA6 Nylon Sheet and thick blocks can be machined into conveyor rollers, guide wheels, support wheels, cable rollers and positioning wheels. The material provides a combination of toughness, wear resistance and reduced contact noise.
PA6 is commonly used for bushings, shaft sleeves, bearing supports and other sliding components. Suitable assembly clearance should be provided according to shaft size, operating load, temperature and environmental humidity.
The material can be processed into guide plates, guide rails, sliders, positioning blocks and wear strips for conveying and automation equipment. Its sliding characteristics help reduce direct contact between metal components.
Nylon Sheet can be used for wear plates, pressure pads, supporting blocks, spacers and equipment-protection components. Different dimensions and thicknesses can be selected according to the load, support area and required machining depth.
Typical components include fixture plates, positioning blocks, clamping supports, guide parts, equipment guards and machine adjustment components. PA6 is easy to machine and suitable for parts containing holes, grooves, steps and irregular profiles.
Selected PA6 material grades may be used for insulating spacers, terminal supports, mounting blocks and mechanical protective components. Electrical properties should be evaluated under the actual operating humidity and temperature.
PA6 nylon can be processed into conveyor rollers, chain guides, sliding supports, wear pads and side-guide components. Its wear resistance and noise-reduction performance make it suitable for many conveying applications.
Nylon Sheet may be used in packaging, conveying and processing equipment where mechanical strength, wear resistance and machinability are required. Direct food-contact applications require a specifically verified material grade and applicable compliance documents.
PA6 Nylon Sheet is significantly lighter than steel and does not rust. Under suitable working conditions, replacing a metal gear, roller, guide block or bushing with PA6 can reduce operating noise, vibration and wear on connected components.
However, PA6 does not provide the same rigidity, dimensional stability or high-temperature performance as metal. Material selection should therefore consider load, speed, temperature, humidity, installation clearance and required machining accuracy.
PA6 generally provides good toughness, fatigue resistance and wear performance, making it suitable for gears, rollers, support components and impact-loaded parts.
POM normally has lower moisture absorption and better dimensional stability, making it more suitable for some precision sliding, guiding and positioning components. The correct material should be selected according to dimensional accuracy, humidity, impact, friction and operating temperature.
PA6 Nylon Sheet is hygroscopic, which means it absorbs moisture from the surrounding environment. Moisture absorption may improve toughness but can also affect dimensions, stiffness and electrical performance.
For precision-machined parts, the following factors should be confirmed before material selection and production:
For components requiring tight tolerances or operating under significant humidity changes, dimensional allowance and assembly clearance should be evaluated in advance.
Nylon Sheet can be supplied as a square blank, rectangular panel or finished component manufactured according to drawings, models or samples.
Available machining processes include:
During machining, cutting parameters and clamping pressure should be controlled to reduce deformation and residual stress. Thick components may require rough machining, stress release, resting and final finishing to improve dimensional consistency.
The selected raw sheet or block should normally be larger than the finished component so that sufficient material remains for cutting, clamping and precision machining.
Before selecting a Nylon Sheet size, provide the following information:
The supplied production chart includes PA6 Nylon Sheet thicknesses from 6 mm to 150 mm. Available length and width vary according to thickness.
The supplied size chart contains 39 listed length, width and thickness combinations, together with additional cut-to-size production options.
Yes. It can be processed into gears, rollers, guide blocks, bushings, pulleys, wear plates, spacers, support blocks and other industrial components according to drawings or samples.
Yes. PA6 absorbs moisture from the surrounding environment. Moisture may affect dimensions, stiffness and electrical properties, so precision parts should be designed according to actual operating conditions.
It can be used for many precision-machined components, but tolerances must account for material dimensions, moisture absorption, operating temperature and thermal expansion.
Yes. Dimensions outside the 39 listed specifications can be evaluated according to the required quantity, material thickness, machining process and finished-part drawing.
Yes. Cut blanks and finished CNC-machined components can be manufactured according to two-dimensional drawings, three-dimensional models, samples or installation dimensions.
Check drawings for full specifications and confirm materials according to service conditions to prevent product defects.
Inspect all key processing steps and fully verify dimensions, holes, grooves and fitting surfaces.
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