PA12 information Long carbon chain nylon is a nylon with amide group in the main chain repeating unit of nylon molecule, and the length of methylene group between two amide groups is more than 10. We call it as long carbon chain nylon, including nylon 11, nylon 12, etc.. PA12 is nylon 12, also known as poly(dodecalactam) and poly(laurolactam), which is a kind of long carbon chain nylon. The basic raw material for polymerization is butadiene, a semi-crystalline - crystalline thermoplastic material. Nylon 12 is the most widely used long carbon chain nylon, it has most of the general properties of nylon, in addition to low water absorption, and has high dimensional stability, high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, good toughness, easy processing and other advantages. Compared with PA11, another long carbon chain nylon material, PA12's raw material butadiene is only one-third the price of PA11's raw material castor oil, and can be used in most scenarios instead of PA11, and has wide applications in many fields such as automotive fuel hoses, air brake hoses, submarine cables, and 3D printing. Among long-chain nylon, PA12 has great advantages compared with other nylon materials, its advantages are the lowest water absorption, lowest density, low melting point, impact resistance, friction resistance, low temperature resistance, fuel resistance, good dimensional stability, good anti-noise effect, etc. PA12 has the properties of PA6, PA66 and polyolefin (PE, PP) at the same time, to achieve the combination of lightweight and physical and chemical properties, with performance It has the advantages of light weight and physical and chemical properties. PA12-LCF If the base material is compared to concrete, the fiber is like steel reinforcement, and mixing the two is like adding steel reinforcement to concrete. If there is only concrete, the castings will easily crack under external forces, but once the high-strength reinforcement is added to it and the concrete wraps it sufficiently, they will become a single unit. When the object is subjected to external forces, the rebar can withstand most of the external forces, making the structural strength of this whole very high. Carbon fiber has many excellent properties, high axial strength and modulus of carbon fiber, low density, high specific performance, no creep, resistance to ultra-high temperature in non-oxidizing environment, good fatigue resistance, specific heat and electrical conductivity between non-metal and metal, small coefficient of thermal expansion and anisotropy, good corrosion resistance, good X-ray transmittance. Good electrical and thermal conductivity, good electromagnetic shielding, etc. Compared with traditional glass fiber, carbon fiber has more than 3 times of Young's modulus; it is about 2 times of Young's modulus compared with Kevlar fiber, which is insoluble and swollen in organic solvents, acids and alkalis, and has outstanding corrosion resistance. Nylon itself is an engineering plastic with excellent performance, but moisture absorption, poor dimensional stability of products. Strength and hardness is also far from metal. In order to overcome these shortcomings, as early as before the 70s. People have used carbon fiber or other varieties of fibers for reinforcement to improve its performance. Carbon fiber reinforced nylon materials have developed rapidly in recent years, because nylon and carbon fiber are excellent performance in the field of engineering plastics materials, its compound material synthesis reflects the superiority of the two, such as strength and rigidity than unreinforced nylon is much higher, high temperature creep is small, thermal stability has improved significantly, good dimensional accuracy, wear resistance. Excellent damping, compared with glass fiber reinforced has better performance. Therefore, carbon fiber reinforced nylon (CF/PA) composites have developed rapidly in recent years. Datasheet for reference Nylon 12 has low water absorption, good low temperature resistance, good air tightness, excellent alkali and grease resistance, medium resistance to alcohols and inorganic dilute acids and aromatics, good mechanical and electrical properties, and is a self-extinguishing material. Application   Suitable for the automotive, sports parts, solar energy, high-end toys and other industries. Other products you may wonder                         PP-LCF                                      PA6-LCF                                   PA66-LCF                                                             ...

Polyamide 6 (PA6) Material Polyamide 6 (PA6) has chemical and physical properties very similar to PA66. However, differences in molecular structure lead to distinct performance characteristics. PA6 features a lower melting point and a wider processing temperature window, offering better impact resistance and solubility resistance than PA66, while also exhibiting higher moisture absorption. Since many quality characteristics of plastic parts are affected by hygroscopicity, molding shrinkage is largely influenced by crystallinity and moisture absorption. Therefore, these factors must be carefully considered when designing PA6 products. Fiber-reinforced PA6 effectively reduces shrinkage and mitigates issues caused by moisture absorption. Its high crystallinity and excellent flowability contribute to improved dimensional stability and overall part performance. Datasheet Nylon products should be used with attention to dimensional deviation caused by thermal expansion and moisture absorption. Conventional PA6 also shows limited acid resistance and UV resistance. Long-term exposure to high temperatures may cause thermal oxidation, resulting in discoloration and eventual material degradation. Therefore, unmodified nylon is generally not recommended for outdoor applications. Carbon fiber reinforced modified PA6 significantly improves creep resistance, rigidity, wear resistance, and mechanical strength, enabling stable performance in outdoor and demanding environments. *Tip: Poor compatibility between carbon fiber and PA6 may lead to fiber floating and reduced mechanical properties. Xiamen LFT’s PA6 composites feature excellent fiber–matrix compatibility, effectively avoiding these issues. Advantages Strength & Durability: Excellent balance of rigidity and heat resistance Optimized Design: Superior surface appearance suitable for complex structures Excellent Processability: High flowability and thermal stability for precision molding High Thermal Stability: Reliable performance under elevated temperatures Stable Electrical Properties: Consistent insulation across wide temperature and frequency ranges Applications Long carbon fiber reinforced PA6 enhances strength, heat resistance, impact resistance, and dimensional stability, making it suitable for both industrial and consumer applications. With trends toward lightweight and compact automotive design, under-the-hood temperatures continue to rise. Carbon fiber reinforced PA6 meets these demanding requirements and is widely used in automotive engine components, electrical systems, body structures, and airbag-related parts. Due to its excellent mechanical properties, dimensional stability, heat resistance, and aging resistance, carbon fiber reinforced PA6 is also commonly applied in mechanical parts and aerospace equipment components. Long carbon fiber reinforced PA6 features high flowability, high rigidity, excellent mechanical strength, low shrinkage, creep resistance, thermal stability, wear resistance, oil resistance, uniform fiber dispersion, and good surface gloss. Typical applications include power tools, fishing equipment, automotive parts, machinery components, and office accessories. Certifications ISO 9001 & IATF 16949 Quality Management System Certification National Laboratory Accreditation Certificate Modified Plastics Innovation Enterprise REACH & RoHS Heavy Metal Compliance Factory Contact Us