FDM Nylon 6
Production-grade Thermoplastic
FDM Nylon 6™ combines strength and toughness superior to other FDM thermoplastics, for applications that require strong, customized parts and tooling that lasts longer and withstands rigorous functional testing.
FDM Nylon 6 possesses excellent strength and stiffness while maintaining good impact resistance among the Nylon family of materials.
It fills the niche between the more flexible FDM Nylon 12 and the high rigidity of FDM Nylon 12CF. This combination makes it a good choice for tooling that can handle the rigors of a production environment.
FDM Nylon 6 Material Profile
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FDM Materials Profile
Learn more about the benefits of 3D printed FDM parts
Take a closer look at some of Stratasys’ most popular and versatile FDM materials along with six useful applications.
The materials covered in this video span from standard plastics (ABS-M30 and ASA) to engineering (Nylon 12) and high performance plastics (ULTEM 9085 and ULTEM 1010).
Main Uses
FDM Nylon 6 combines the strength and toughness of Nylon 6 with the dependability and durability of FDM technology for additive manufactured tools, prototypes and production parts.
FDM Nylon 6 Material Applications
FDM Nylon 6 Material Specification
Properties and testing results for the 3D printing material
| CONDITIONED* | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MECHANICAL PROPERTIES | TEST METHOD | ENGLISH | METRIC | ||
| XZ Axis | ZX Axis | XZ Axis | ZX Axis | ||
| Tensile Strenth, Yield (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 7,150 psi | 4,200 psi | 49.3 MPa | 28.9 MPa |
| Tensile Strength, Ultimate (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 9,800 psi | 5,300 psi | 67.6 MPa | 36.5 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 323,700 psi | 263,500 psi | 2,232 MPa | 1,817 MPa |
| Elongation at Break (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 38% | 3.2% | 38% | 3.2% |
| Elongation at Yield (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.3% | 1.7% |
| Flexural Strength (Method 1, 0.05”/min) | ASTM D790 | 14,100 psi | 11,900 psi | 97.2 MPa | 82 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus (Method 1, 0.05”/min) | ASTM D790 | 318,500 psi | 272,500 psi | 2,196 MPa | 1,879 MPa |
| Flexural Strain at Break | ASTM D790 | No Break | No Break | No Break | No Break |
| IZOD impact – notched (Method A, 23 °C) | ASTM D256 | 2.0 ft-lb/in | 0.8 ft-lb/in | 106 J/m | 43 J/m |
| IZOD impact – unnotched (Method A, 23 °C) | ASTM D256 | 53.8 ft-lb/in | 3.6 ft-lb/in | 2,873 J/m | 192 J/m |
| THERMAL PROPERTIES | TEST METHOD | ENGLISH | METRIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 264 psi | ASTM D648 | 199 °F | 93 °C |
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Service
Advantages of parts built with a Stratasys FDM 3D Printer
Tough long-lasting parts
High-performance thermoplastics combined with precision extrusion processes let us build strong, long-lasting and dimensionally stable parts;
TriMech production grade FDM solutions provide clients with the best accuracy, repeatability, and material selection of any 3D printing technology.
Used commonly in aerospace, automotive and transportation, manufacturing, and more, this process is helping clients do more, do it better, and do it for less.
Meet production demands
TriMech FDM production systems are as versatile and durable as the parts they produce.
With the largest full-convection build envelopes and material capacities in their class, we can provide longer, uninterrupted build times, bigger parts and higher quantities than other additive manufacturing service providers.
In combination with our material portfolio, we are challenging the limits of what can be done with FDM technology.
Gain new possibilities
TriMech’s FDM specialists will help to streamline your business processes from design through manufacturing, eliminating the need for physical inventories and moving beyond the limitations of traditional manufacturing, whilst offering unparalleled efficiency, design freedom, and production agility.
Leverage the best solution on the market without the capital expense of in-house equipment: we deliver a tailored service, combining 20+ years of experience with industry-leading FDM technologies. Regardless of industry, we’ll help optimize timelines, costs, and approach.
Industries we work with
TriMech Advanced Manufacturing is used in a wide variety of industries
Architectural Design & Construction
- Model making
- Urban planning
- Concepts
High Tech & Consumer Products
- Aesthetic and function testing
- Concepts and prototypes
- Sales and marketing models
Dental, Medical & Life Sciences
- Anatomical models
- Medical devices
- Orthopedics
- Prosthetics
- Surgical planning models
Industrial Products, Mold Tool & Die
- Jigs, fixtures, and assembly tooling
- Injection molding
- Silicone molding
- Sand and investment casting
- Thermoforming
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