BASF Ultramid® A3WG10
Plastic Granules
BASF ULTRAMID A3WG10 PA66-GF50 Heat Aging Resistance
Ultramid® A3WG10 is a 50% glass fiber reinforced, heat-aging-resistant nylon PA66 resin with exceptional stiffness and oil resistance. This high-performance thermoplastic is engineered for demanding industrial and automotive applications, offering superior mechanical and thermal stability.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Density: 1560 kg/m³ (ISO 1183)
- Moisture Absorption (Equilibrium, 23°C/50% RH): 1−1.4% (similar to ISO 62)
- Water Absorption (Saturation in Water at 23°C): 3.7−4.3% (similar to ISO 62)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Modulus (dry / conditioned): 16800/12500 MPa (ISO 527-1/-2)
- Stress at Break (dry / conditioned): 240/180 MPa (ISO 527-1/-2)
- Strain at Break (dry / conditioned): 2.5%/3.5% (ISO 527-1/-2)
- Flexural Modulus (dry / conditioned): 15000/13500 MPa (ISO 178)
- Flexural Strength (dry / conditioned): 360/300 MPa (ISO 178)
Impact Properties
- Charpy Unnotched Impact Strength (23°C): 95/100 kJ/m295 / 100 \, \mathrm{kJ/m^2} (ISO 179/1eU)
- Charpy Unnotched Impact Strength (-30°C): 90/103 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eU)
- Charpy Notched Impact Strength (23°C): 18/25 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
- Charpy Notched Impact Strength (-30°C): 13/12.6 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
- Izod Notched Impact Strength (23°C): 13/14.5 kJ/m² (ISO 180/A)
Thermal Properties
- Melting Temperature: 260°C260°C (ISO 11357-1/-3)
- Deflection Temperature under Load (HDT-A, 1.8 MPa): 250°C250°C (ISO 75-1/-2)
- Max. Service Temperature (Short-cycle Operation): 240°C
- Thermal Conductivity: 0.37 W/(m⋅K) (DIN 52612-1)
- Specific Heat Capacity: 1300 J/(kg⋅K)
Electrical Properties
- Relative Permittivity (1 MHz): 3.8/6.6 (IEC 62631-2-1)
- Dissipation Factor (1 MHz): 150×(E-4)/3000×(E-4) Ohm*m (IEC 62631-2-1)
- Volume Resistivity: 1E13/1E10 (IEC 62631-3-1)
Flame Characteristics
- UL94 Flammability Rating (1.5 mm): HB (IEC 60695-11-10)
- UL94 Flammability Rating (0.8 mm): HB (IEC 60695-11-10)
- Oxygen Index: 24% (ISO 4589-1/-2)
Processing Guide
- Melt Temperature (Recommended): 290−310°C
- Mould Temperature (Recommended): 80−100°C
- Pre-Drying Temperature/Time: 80°C,4 h
- Moulding Shrinkage (Constrained): 0.42%
Features & Benefits
Extreme Rigidity and Durability
With 50% glass fiber reinforcement, Ultramid® A3WG10 excels in mechanical strength and stiffness. This makes it perfect for structural components like automotive brackets and industrial housings.
Exceptional Heat Aging Resistance
Ultramid® A3WG10 retains its properties even in hostile operating environments. Ideal for automotive engine compartments or other high-heat applications.
Outstanding Oil and Chemical Resistance
Ultramid® A3WG10 resists oil, grease, and various chemicals. It’s a trusted choice for gear systems, pumps, and other applications requiring exposure to oils and lubricants.
Use & Applications
- Automotive Components:
- Electrical & Electronics
- Industrial Engineering
- Consumer Goods