Product Overview & Key Features
UBE Nylon 1030B is a high-viscosity, unmodified general-purpose polyamide 6 (PA6 / Nylon 6) homopolymer resin in pellet form, manufactured by UBE Corporation (Japan). Offering outstanding toughness, mechanical strength, and thermal stability, this grade delivers an optimal balance of high melt viscosity processing characteristics, excellent melt flowability, and self-lubricating properties.
Core Performance Advantages:
- Exceptional Mechanical Rigidity & Impact Resistance: Features a tensile modulus of 2800 MPa and a flexural strength of 110 MPa, while maintaining robust impact performance in dry-as-molded state.
- High Barrier & Chemical Resistance: Exhibits superior barrier performance against oils, greases, common organic solvents, and gases, along with favorable wear resistance.
- Thermal Deflection Stability: Reaches a heat deflection temperature (HDT) of 145 °C under 0.45 MPa load, making it suitable for industrial components subjected to moderate thermal loads.
- Reliable Electrical Insulation: Achieves a Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) rating of PLC 0 and maintains a dielectric constant of 3.50, meeting industrial-grade electrical insulation requirements.
Suitable Processing Methods: Engineered specifically for extrusion molding (e.g., single/multi-layer blown film, cast film, tubing, rods, and monofilaments) and injection molding (thick-walled or structurally complex industrial parts).
Technical Specifications
Physical Properties
| Property | Value | Unit | Test Method |
| Density | 1.14 | g/cm³ | ISO 1183 |
| Mold Shrinkage, Normal | 1.2 | % | Internal Method |
| Mold Shrinkage, Parallel | 1.2 | % | Internal Method |
| Water Absorption, Equilibrium50 % RH, 23 °C | 2.5 | % | Internal Method |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value | Unit | Test Method |
| Tensile Modulus | 2800 | MPa | ISO 527-2 |
| Tensile Strength at Yield | 80 | MPa | ISO 527-2 |
| Tensile Strain at Break | > 50 | % | ISO 527-2 |
| Flexural Modulus | 2700 | MPa | ISO 178 |
| Flexural Strength | 110 | MPa | ISO 178 |
| Charpy Notched Impact Strength | 5 | kJ/m² | ISO 179 |
Thermal Properties
| Property | Value | Unit | Test Method |
| Heat Deflection Temperature, Unannealed0.45 MPa | 145 | °C | ISO 75-2/B |
| Heat Deflection Temperature, Unannealed1.8 MPa | 60 | °C | ISO 75-2/A |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (CLTE), Parallel | 8.00E-05 | cm/cm/°C | ISO 11359-2 |
Electrical Properties
| Property | Value | Unit | Test Method |
| Dielectric Constant | 3.5 | — | IEC 60250 |
| Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) | PLC 0 | — | UL 746 |
Disclaimer: The technical specifications for UBE Nylon 1030B presented herein are derived from data issued by UBE Corporation or certified third-party testing institutions. While we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, we assume no liability for any consequences arising from the use of 1030B based on these data. Given the variables involved in processing conditions, we strongly recommend conducting thorough trials of 1030B under your specific operational environment prior to final material selection.
Applications & Processing Guidelines
Recommended Applications
- Packaging & Film Engineering: High-barrier single/multi-layer blown films for food packaging, cast films, and moisture-proof pharmaceutical packaging layers.
- Extruded Profiles & Tubing: Industrial pressure hoses, automotive fuel lines, custom profiles, and extruded nylon rods and sheets.
- Automotive & Industrial Components: Wiring harness protective sleeves, wear-resistant gears, bushings, mechanical seals, and protective housings.
- Electrical & Electronics: Cable ties, insulated connector housings, switch covers, and industrial socket enclosures.
Pre-Drying & Processing Considerations
- Crucial Pre-Drying: PA6 is highly hygroscopic. Although moisture content remains low in unopened original packaging, pellets exposed to air must be dried in a desiccant dryer at 80 °C – 90 °C for 4–6 hours to reduce moisture content below 0.1% prior to processing, preventing depolymerization and surface splay.
- Injection Molding Guidelines:
- Barrel Temperatures: Rear 230 °C – 240 °C; Center 240 °C – 250 °C; Front 250 °C – 260 °C; Nozzle 250 °C – 255 °C.
- Mold Temperature: Recommended between 40 °C – 80 °C. Higher mold temperatures enhance crystallinity, surface finish, and rigidity; lower temperatures shorten overall cycle times.
- Extrusion Processing Guidelines: Maintain melt temperature between 240 °C – 260 °C. Precise screw shear heat management is necessary to avoid localized thermal degradation of high-viscosity melt.
Logistics, Packaging & Compliance
Packaging Specifications:
25 kg/bag: Multi-layer paper bags with a high-barrier aluminum foil / PE moisture-proof inner liner.
Palletized: 1000 kg (40 bags/wooden pallet), secured with stretch wrapping and strapping for ocean freight transit.
Hazardous Cargo Status:
Non-hazardous general cargo; not subject to dangerous goods transport regulations.
Delivery & Shipping Options:
Lead Time: Ready stock ships within 3–7 business days upon receipt of deposit or Letter of Credit (L/C); forward orders ship in 14–21 days post-deposit confirmation.
FCL/LCL Shipping: Supports Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) ocean freight, with desiccants and fumigated pallets provided.
Compliance & Technical Documentation:
Technical Documentation: Factory Certificate of Analysis (COA) corresponding to production batches, Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS) accompany each shipment.
Regulatory Compliance: Fully compliant with EU REACH and RoHS directives; select batches comply with FDA / EU food contact regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is pre-drying mandatory before processing UBE Nylon 1030B?
A1: Yes. Polyamide 6 (PA6) is a strongly hygroscopic polymer. Even if original packaging is undamaged, pellets absorb atmospheric moisture rapidly upon opening. Processing moist resin triggers high-temperature hydrolytic degradation, impairing mechanical strength and causing surface splay or nozzle drooling. Drying in a desiccant dryer with a dew point down to -40 °C at 80 °C for at least 4 hours is strongly recommended.
Q2: What is the primary difference in material selection between 1030B and standard injection-grade PA6?
A2: UBE Nylon 1030B is a high-viscosity PA6 homopolymer grade. Compared to lower-viscosity, high-flow standard injection grades, 1030B exhibits higher melt strength and superior sag resistance, delivering outstanding process stability in extrusion film blowing, large-diameter pipe, and rod extrusion. For injection molding, it is best suited for thick-walled parts or structural components requiring enhanced tensile and flexural modulus.
Q3: What quality documentation accompanies shipments of this grade?
A3: TaiKuo provides an original manufacturer COA (Certificate of Analysis) matching the lot/batch number with every shipment, covering test metrics such as melt viscosity, density, and moisture content. Complete REACH, RoHS, and SDS compliance documentation can also be provided for customs clearance and quality audits.
