MC nylon (Monomer Casting Nylon, also known as cast nylon) sheet has multiple significant advantages in industrial applications due to its unique manufacturing process and material properties. The following is a detailed analysis of its main advantages:
1. Excellent mechanical performance
-High strength and wear resistance: MC nylon has a higher molecular weight than ordinary nylon (such as PA6, PA66), outstanding tensile strength, impact resistance, and wear resistance, especially suitable for high load and high friction environments (such as gears, bearings, rails, etc.).
-Self lubrication: With a low coefficient of friction, it can reduce wear and maintenance costs without the need for additional lubrication.
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2. Chemical corrosion resistance
-It has good resistance to chemical substances such as oils, weak acids, alkalis, and alcohols, and is suitable for corrosive environments such as chemical equipment and marine environments.
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3. Dimensional stability
-Low water absorption rate: Compared to ordinary nylon, MC nylon has a lower water absorption rate (about 0.5%~1.5%), is less affected by humidity, and has a more stable size.
-Creep resistance: Small deformation under long-term stress, suitable for precision mechanical components.
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4. High temperature resistance performance
-Long term use temperature can reach 80-120 ℃ (short-term up to 150 ℃), which is superior to many engineering plastics and suitable for high temperature environments.
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5. Processing flexibility and large-scale molding
-Advantages of Casting Process: It can be directly cast into large thick walled parts (such as large gears and rollers), avoiding the size limitations of traditional nylon injection molding.
- No need for complex equipment : Low mold cost, suitable for small batch customized production.
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6. Electrical insulation
-High resistance and arc resistance, suitable for electrical insulation components such as insulation gaskets and terminal boards.
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7. Lightweight
-The density is about 1.15-1.16 g/cm ³, which is lighter than metal and can reduce equipment weight while maintaining high strength.
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8. Economic viability
-Low cost processing: The casting process has low energy consumption and is suitable for large-scale production.
- Long lifespan : Wear resistant and fatigue resistant, reduces replacement frequency, and has low overall cost.
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9. Environmental Protection and Safety
-Non volatile additives, meeting food grade and medical grade requirements (some models), suitable for food processing equipment.
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Typical application scenarios
-Industrial components: gears, bearings, pulleys, and guide rails.
- Transmission system : drum, conveyor belt roller.
-Chemical equipment: corrosion-resistant valves and seals.
-Energy sector: turbine blades, insulation brackets.
