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
Lightweight tooling
Production parts
Tooling
Jigs and fixtures
FDM Nylon 6 Material Specification
Properties and testing results for the 3D printing material
| CONDITIONED* | |||||
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| 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
FDM technology works with engineering-grade thermoplastics to build strong, long-lasting and dimensionally stable parts with the best accuracy and repeatability of any 3D printing technology.
FDM parts are tough enough to be used as advanced conceptual models, functional prototypes, manufacturing tools and production parts.
Meet production demands
Our FDM production machines are as versatile and durable as the parts they produce.
With the largest 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.
Gain new possibilities
TriMech's FDM 3D printing service will help to streamline your business processes from design through manufacturing, reducing costs and eliminating traditional barriers along the way.
Industries we work with are able to cut lead times and costs, we help clients to deliver better products and get to market faster.
