BASF Ultramid® B3ZG3
Plastic Granules
BASF ULTRAMID B3ZG3 Nylon PA66 Resin
Ultramid® B3ZG3 is a 15% glass fiber-reinforced, impact-modified, injection-molding grade polyamide resin with excellent oil resistance, offering unmatched durability for demanding industrial and consumer applications.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Density: 1220 kg/m³ (ISO 1183)
- Water absorption (saturation in water at 23°C): 7.2–7.8% (similar to ISO 62)
- Moisture absorption (equilibrium at 23°C/50% RH): 2.1–2.7% (similar to ISO 62)
- Viscosity number: 160 cm³/g (ISO 307, 1157, 1628)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile modulus: 5100 MPa (dry) / 2900 MPa (conditioned) (ISO 527-1/-2)
- Stress at break: 100 MPa (dry) / 60 MPa (conditioned) (ISO 527-1/-2)
- Flexural modulus: 4500 MPa (dry) / 2500 MPa (conditioned) (ISO 178)
- Flexural strength: 150 MPa (dry) / 80 MPa (conditioned) (ISO 178)
- Strain at break: 5.3% (dry) / 18% (conditioned) (ISO 527-1/-2)
Impact Properties
- Charpy unnotched impact strength (23°C): 75 kJ/m² (dry) / 110 kJ/m² (conditioned) (ISO 179/1eU)
- Charpy notched impact strength (23°C): 16 kJ/m² (dry) / 30 kJ/m² (conditioned) (ISO 179/1eA)
- Izod notched impact strength (23°C): 180 J/m (dry) / 370 J/m (conditioned) (ASTM D 256)
Thermal Properties
- Melting temperature: 220°C (ISO 11357-1/-3)
- Deflection temperature under load (HDT A, 1.8 MPa): 180°C (ISO 75-1/-2)
- Deflection temperature under load (HDT B, 0.45 MPa): 200°C (ISO 75-1/-2)
- Coefficient of thermal expansion (longitudinal, 23-55°C): 35 E-6/K (ISO 11359-1/-2)
- Thermal conductivity: 0.34 W/(m·K) (DIN 52612-1)
Electrical Properties
- Relative permittivity (1 MHz): 3.7 (dry) / 6.2 (conditioned) (IEC 62631-2-1)
- Volume resistivity: 1E13 / 1E10 (IEC 62631-3-1)
- Surface resistivity: 1E13 / 1E10 (IEC 62631-3-2)
- Comparative tracking index (CTI): 600 (IEC 60112)
Flame Characteristics
- Flammability rating (at thicknesses of 1.5mm and 0.73mm): HB (IEC 60695-11-10)
- UL 94 rating at 3.05mm thickness: HB (UL 94, IEC 60695-11-10)
Processing Guide
- Typical processing temperatures:
- Melt temperature: 270–290°C
- Mold temperature: 80–90°C
- Pre-drying: 80°C for 4 hours
- Molding shrinkage (parallel): 0.60% (ISO 294-4)
- Molding shrinkage (normal): 0.70% (ISO 294-4)
- MVR (275°C/5kg): 35 cm³/10min (ISO 1133)
Features & Benefits
Impact-Modified Durability
Ultramid® B3ZG3 boasts exceptional toughness, even under harsh conditions, ensuring long-lasting performance and reduced material failure.
Superior Chemical Resistance
Engineered to resist oil, grease, and industrial fluids, Ultramid® B3ZG3 protects parts from chemical wear and ensures longevity.
User-Friendly Processability
This polyamide resin offers easy injection molding with optimized shrinkage control, allowing precision in complex designs.
Use & Applications
- Automotive Industry: Ideal for under-the-hood parts such as air intake manifolds, engine covers, and other oil-exposed components.
- Industrial Goods: Perfect for gears, housing, and machinery components.
- Consumer Products: Reliable for durable products like power tools, haircare accessories, and sports equipment.