General info

TECHNYL STAR™ PA6

Rhodia TECHNYL STAR™ PA6 is from the polyamide 6 range which provides productivity while offering design freedom and a perfect surface finish.

On average TECHNYL STAR™ PA6 delivers a minimum 10% reduction in injection cycle time, 20% decrease in injection pressure, a clamping force reduction of 30% and a processing temperature reduction of 40˚C, against traditional polyamide 6 grades. This gives processors and moulders significant cost time and energy saving advantages.

TECHNYL STAR™ PA66

TECHNYL STAR™ PA66 is from the high flow polyamide 6.6 range. Combining superior flow together with a currently unmet level of reinforcement (up to 60%), Technyl Star™ AFX offers unequalled stiffness, temperature resistance and incomparable processability.

TECHNYL STAR™ PA66 bridges the gap between standard polyamides and more costly high performance plastic or metal solutions.

Main properties of TECHNYL STAR™ PA6 and TECHNYL STAR™ PA66 grades:

• Productivity
  • Reduced mould filling time
  • Energy cost saving
  • Reduced clamping force
• Process optimisation
  • Maintenance cost reduction
  • Increased number of cavities
  • Injection machines downsizing
• Design freedom in tools and parts
  • Fewer injection points and smaller runner
  • Less scrap
• Excellent thermal & mechanical properties
  • High stiffness
  • High mechanical property retention after ageing at elevated temperatures
• Attractive surface aspect
  • Excellent surface finish
  • Scrap rate reduction for post-surface treatment

Typical Technyl Star™ applications

Automotive: engine covers, gear lever housings, door handle and lock applications.

Electricals & electronics: appliance and industrial controls, such as control switchgear, rotary switches and timers thanks to products being halogen and red phosphorous free.

Consumer & industrial goods: power tools, machine components such as bearing cages, pumps, pneumatic connectors or cable chains.

Portfolio

Technyl Star™ PA6 high flow grades

• Technyl Star™ SX 218 V50 50% glass reinforced
• Technyl Star™ SX 218 V60 60% glass reinforced
• Technyl Star™ S 216/S 218 V30 30% glass reinforced
• Technyl Star™ S 216/S 218 V35 35% glass reinforced
• Technyl Star™ S 218 MT40 40% mineral reinforced
• Technyl Star™ SX 218 MZ20 V10 30% glass + mineral reinforced

Technyl Star™ PA66 high flow grades

• Technyl Star™ AFX 218 V50 50% glass reinforced
• Technyl Star™ AFX 218 V60 60% glass reinforced