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GEHR PA 6.6™ Nylon Natural

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General Info

GEHR PA 6.6™ Natural Extruded Nylon Plastic Rod is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic designed for structural and mechanical applications requiring high strength, rigidity, and wear resistance. This material adheres to ASTM D4066, the Standard Classification System for Nylon (Polyamide) Molding and Extrusion Materials.

Manufactured by GEHR and offered by Boedeker, this nylon is known for its low moisture absorption, increased surface hardness, and excellent dimensional stability, especially compared to standard PA 6 materials.

With a continuous operating temperature range of -22°F to +212°F (-30°C to +100°C), GEHR PA 6.6™ maintains performance in thermally demanding environments. It also offers abrasion resistance and good chemical resistance, making it ideal for parts exposed to mechanical friction, heat, and moderate chemical exposure.

While slightly less tough than PA 6 XT, GEHR PA 6.6™ provides enhanced rigidity and long-term wear performance, making it a preferred choice for precision-machined components, gears, bushings, rollers, and structural parts used in industrial equipment, automotive systems, and material handling applications.

Its natural (unpigmented) color ensures material purity and consistency during machining. The material's combination of mechanical strength and stability under load makes it ideal for high-performance applications where tight tolerances and durability are critical.

Note:

  • FDA Compliance:
    • FDA Compliant.
  • ASTM Specification:
    • D6779 / D4066
  • NSF Certification: GEHR PA 6.6™ rod materials are listed to NSF Std 51 (food zone), and NSF Std 61 (health effects testing for drinking water).
  • Note: This does not certify a finished part made from this material for the NSF specification; that is the responsibility of the customer, who will work directly with NSF on certifying the part.

    Key Properties

    • Abrasion Resistance
    • Toughness
    • Mechanical Strength
    • Rigidity

    Limitations

    • High Moisture Absorption
    • Limited Resistance to Strong Acids & Alkalies Note - Nylons can absorb up to 7% (by weight) water under high humidity or submerged in water. This can result in dimensional changes up to 2% and a corresponding reduction of physical properties. Proper design techniques can frequently compensate for this factor.

    Applications

    • Automotive Components
    • Bearings and Bushings
    • Industrial Machinery
    • Material Handling
    • Precision Machined Parts
    • Structural Parts

    Resin Trade Names

    Manufacturer Trade Names

    • GEHR PA 6.6™

    Boedeker Plastics, Inc. stocks & supplies plastic sheet, rod, tube, film and custom profiles and machine parts from these shapes that are produced from plastic resin. In many cases the manufacturer of the shape has their own product trade name. If your specification calls for a specific resin grade or manufacturer trade name, we can supply a shape made from that resin to meet your specification or suggest an equal. If you require a specific resin or brand it must be specified at the time of order.

    Available Sizes

    Important Note: Some sizes will require minimum quantity runs and longer lead times. Contact us for your specific size requirement. Rod Only Rod Sizing 120 Inch Length 0.500 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 0.625 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 0.750 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 1.000 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 1.250 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 1.500 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 1.750 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 2.000 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 2.250 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only 2.500 Inch x 120.000 Inch- Natural Only

    Available Colors

    • Natural

    Safety Data Sheet

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    Typical Properties of GEHR PA 6.6™ Nylon Natural

    DETAIL
    Description Value
    Material Type Semi-Crystalline Thermoplastic
    Chemical Name PA Polyamide Type 6/6
    Trade Name GEHR PA 6.6™
    Additives Unfilled
    Color Natural
    Manufacturer GEHR Plastics Inc.
    PHYSICAL
    Property Test Unit of Measure Value
    Density ASTM D792 g/cm³ 1.14
      ASTM D792 lb/in³ 0.042
    Water Absorption, Saturation, Immersion ASTM D570 % by wt. 8.5
    MECHANICAL
    Property Test Unit of Measure Value
    Tensile Strength ASTM D638 psi 12,180
    Tensile Modulus ASTM D638 psi 503,000
    Tensile Elongation at Break ASTM D638 % 70
    Flexural Strength ASTM D790 psi 15,950
    Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 psi 503,000
    Hardness ASTM D785 Rockwell R R165
    THERMAL
    Property Test Unit of Measure Value
    Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion ASTM D696 x 10-5 in./in./°F 6.1
    Heat Deflection Temp ASTM D648 °C at 264 psi 100
      ASTM D648 °F at 264 psi 212
    Melting Point Temp ASTM D3418 °C 260
      ASTM D3418 °F 500
    Max Continuous Operating Temp °C 100
      °F 212
    Minimum Operating Temp °C -30
      °F -22
    Flammability Rating UL94 NA HB
    ELECTRICAL
    Property Test Unit of Measure Value
    Dielectric Strength ASTM D149 V/mil 760
    Surface Resistivity ASTM D257 ohm/square > 10^13
    COMPLIANCE
    Description Value
    FDA Yes
    USDA Yes
    NSF Yes
    3-A Dairy No
    Canadian Food Inspection Agency No
    USP Class VI No
    OTHER
    Description Value
    ASTM Shape Spec D6779 / D4066
    UV Resistant No
    Relative Cost $$$
    Machinability 1

    Relative cost based on a scale of one dollar sign ($) as the lowest to ten dollar signs ($$$$$$$$$$) as the highest. Machinability based on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the easiest and 10 being the most difficult to machine. NOTE: All information contained on www.boedeker.com, downloadable documents and printed literature is intended for technical reference only and considered to be accurate for reference purposes only. Boedeker Plastics, Inc. makes no guarantee and offers no warranty for fitness in use and strongly recommends the user validate any plastic, machined part, or product in a specific application for fitness in use.

    GEHR Nylon 6.6™ is a registered trademark of GEHR Plastics Inc.

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