BASF ULTRAMID B3GK24
Plastic Granules
BASF ULTRAMID B3GK24 Nylon PA66 Resin
Ultramid® B3GK24 is a cutting-edge PA66 resin reinforced with 10% glass fiber and 20% glass beads. Designed as an injection molding grade with superior dimensional stability and remarkable oil resistance, it is perfect for demanding applications in automotive, electronics, and industrial sectors.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Polymer abbreviation: PA6-(GF10+GB20)
- Density: 1340 kg/m³ (ISO 1183)
- Water absorption (saturation at 23°C): 6.3 – 6.9% (similar to ISO 62)
- Moisture absorption (equilibrium at 23°C/50% r.h.): 1.9 – 2.3% (similar to ISO 62)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile modulus (dry/conditioned): 6000 / 3000 MPa (ISO 527-1/-2)
- Stress at break (dry/conditioned): 110 / 60 MPa (ISO 527-1/-2)
- Strain at break (dry/conditioned): 3.5% / 15% (ISO 527-1/-2)
- Flexural strength (dry/conditioned): 175 / 100 MPa (ISO 178)
- Tensile creep modulus (1000 h, strain ≤ 0.5%): 2000 MPa at 23°C (ISO 899-1)
Impact Properties
- Charpy unnotched impact strength at 23°C (dry/conditioned): 40 / 90 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eU)
- Charpy notched impact strength at 23°C (dry/conditioned): 5 / 11 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
- Izod notched impact strength at 23°C (dry/conditioned): 5 / 8.5 kJ/m² (ISO 180-A)
- Izod notched impact strength at 23°C (dry/conditioned): 30 / 80 J/m (ASTM D256)
Thermal Properties
- Melting temperature (DSC): 220°C (ISO 11357-1/-3)
- Deflection temperature under load (1.8 MPa HDT A): 200°C (ISO 75-1/-2)
- Deflection temperature under load (0.45 MPa HDT B): 215°C (ISO 75-1/-2)
- Thermal conductivity: 0.34 W/(m*K) (DIN 52612-1)
- Coefficient of linear thermal expansion (23-55°C longitudinal/transverse): 48 / 79 (E-6/K) (ISO 11359-1/-2)
Electrical Properties
- Relative permittivity (1 MHz): 3.9 / 4.6 (IEC 62631-2-1)
- Dissipation factor (1 MHz): 200 / 700 (E-4) (IEC 62631-2-1)
- Volume resistivity (dry/conditioned): 1E13 / 1E10 Ohm*m (IEC 62631-3-1)
- Surface resistivity (dry/conditioned): 1E12 / 1E10 Ohm (IEC 62631-3-2)
- Comparative tracking index (CTI): – / 425 (test liquid A) (IEC 60112)
Flame Characteristics
- UL94 flammability rating at 1.5 mm thickness: HB (IEC 60695-11-10)
- UL94 flammability rating at 3.2 mm thickness: HB (IEC 60695-11-10)
Processing Guide
- Melt temperature (injection moulding): 270-290°C
- Mould temperature (injection moulding): 80-90°C
- Pre-drying temperature: 80°C for 4 hours
Features & Benefits
Superior Dimensional Stability
Reinforced with 10% glass fiber and 20% glass beads, Ultramid® B3GK24 reduces warping, ensuring reliable precision in molded parts under stress.
Excellent Oil and Chemical Resistance
Engineered to resist oils and chemicals, it provides extended durability for industrial equipment and automotive components.
Exceptional Impact Strength
It maintains excellent toughness in varied temperatures, ensuring durable performance for structural and load-bearing applications.
Use & Applications
- Automotive Industry
- Electronics and Appliances
- Industrial Equipment