0113 249 2222
Natural Nylon 6 Sheets - Cut To Size
A primary engineering material, suitable for virtually any plain bearing application this unmodified grade, Nylon 6 sheets have similar characteristics to Nylon 66 sheets but with significantly lower stress levels combined with high strength, good creep and wear resistance, heat ageing properties and machinability. The Black sheets offer great dimensional accuracy when machining, improved sliding properties, wear resistance, lower surface friction and enhanced UV resistance over natural. Natural & Black Nylon 6 has a plus tolerance of +0.5mm - + 2.5mm.
We cut our nylon sheets to the exact size you need. Simply enter your measurements above. You can inform us of any requests you may have in the Special Comments box at the checkout. If you have other special requirements please see below.
How To Order Your Cut To Size or Shape Nylon
- We cut our nylon sheets to the exact size you need. Simply enter your measurements in our Quote Calculator above.
- We also cut our nylon sheets to shape. Access this service via the Cut To Shape tab which you'll find at the top of our Quote Calculator.
- If you'd like to send us a drawing of your requirements you can also upload it using our Quote Calculator. It will arrive with our team once you have placed your order through our checkout.
- Something else to tell us? If you have any other special comments, you can let us know in the Comments box as you checkout.
That's it. If we have any questions, we'll be in touch.
Alternatively, email us a drawing of your requirements for a quote. We're happy to help.
If you'd like to speak with our friendly team they can reached on 0113 249 2222.
Key Benefits of Nylon
- Universally acknowledged as the primary engineering polymer.
- Excellent mechanical, thermal and chemical resistance properties.
- Good PV and load bearing capabilities.
- Improved characteristics over extruded polyamides.
- Excellent wear and abrasion resistance.
- Good dimensional stability, largely free from internal stresses.
- FDA compliance.
- Available in a wide range of colours to order.
Typical Uses
- High mechanical strength, stiffness and hardness
- Good fatigue resistance
- High mechanical damping ability
- Good sliding properties
- Excellent wear resistance
- Good electrical insulating properties
- Good resistance to high energy radiation (gamma- and X-rays-)
- Good machinability
- Example Applications
- Sleeve and slide bearings, wear pads, support and guide wheels, conveyor rollers, tension rollers, sleeves for wheels and rollers, pulleys and pulley-linings, cams, buffer blocks, hammer heads, scrapers, gear wheels, sprockets seal-rings, feed screws, star wheels, cutting and chopping boards.
Looking for our extruded Nylon 6 sheets? You can find them here.
Nylon FAQs
Does nylon have good wear resistance?
Nylon 6 and 66 are classed as high wear resistant plastics, as are:
- Acetal
- Delrin
- Oilon
- HDPE
- Polypropylene
- Polyurethane
- PEEK
- RG1000
- Whale Tufnol
- UHMWPE
- PET
Does nylon offer high chemical resistance?
Nylon is not considered good for chemical resistance. The following plastics are:
- Acetal
- HDPE
- Polypropylene
- PTFE
- PEEK
- PVC
- RG1000
- UHMWPE
Is nylon considered easy to machine?
Nylon is generally considered easy to machine, as are:
- Acetal
- Delrin
- Oilon
- HDPE
- PEEK
- PVC
- RG1000
- Tufnol
- UHMWPE
Is nylon easy or difficult to bond?
Nylon is considered easy to bond. The following plastics are also considered easy to bond:
- Nylon 6
- Nylon 6.6
- PEEK
- PVC
- Polyurethane
- Tufnol
- Acrylic
- Polycarbonate
- ABS
These plastics are considered difficult to bond:
- Acetal
- Delrin
- Oilon
- HDPE
- Polypropylene
- PTFE
- RG1000
- UHMWPE
- PVDF
What are the differences between Nylon 6 and Nylon 6.6?
Nylon 6.6 has a 6% higher operating temperature, is 13% harder, 10% more rigid and has a tensile strength that is 8% greater. Nylon 6, on the other hand, has a greater size range but the main difference is it can be around 30% cheaper.
What is the operating temperature of nylon 66?
Nylon 66 has an operating temperature of 100 °C long term and 170 °C short term.
Long term typically means between 5,000 and 20,000 hours operating at this temperature without losing more than 50% of its performance. Short term typically means up to 2 hours at any one time.
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Yes. Just contact us if you have a VAT exemption certificate, or are ordering from outside the UK.
Yes, callers are welcome at any of our trade counters in Leeds.
We keep our prices as low as possible by providing a web service. If you need some advice about choosing plastic our sales team will be able to help you on 0113 249 2222 or via email service@theplasticpeople.co.uk. However, to benefit from the low prices on our site you will need to place your order online.
Our standard delivery service operates through mainland UK and is free for orders over £100. If your order cannot be delivered using our standard service we will advise you. If you live outside of mainland UK your delivery charge will be shown before you checkout: it will be either £20 or £25 depending on the size of your order.
We send out orders once payment has been received. For Cut To Size orders this is next day; for Orders with optional extras this is around 5-7 business days.
As soon as we despatch your order we will email to let you know and tell you which courier is bringing it. We normally use either UK Mail or TNT. You can track your order via their websites by entering your Order Reference number and postcode:
Track and Trace - UK Mail
Track and Trace - TNT
Our couriers will also email you to let you know delivery details.
Our trade counters in Leeds and Newcastle are open Monday - Friday 08:00 – 16:00. Callers are welcome – you can view our materials before buying or come to collect. If you come to collect your order we will make no packing / delivery charge.
Protective Films
All plastic sheet products will have a Clear, Blue or White protective film on both sides or a combination of all three. This is to protect during transit and needs removing before usage. Sometimes it can be difficult to peel off but use a thumbnail gently on any corner to lift and peel. Alternatively gently wet any corner with a cloth to separate film and peel.
Adhesives & Sealants
When using any adhesives or sealants with your plastic sheet product great care must be taken in ensuring its compatibility. Some products can react adversely and either not bond/seal properly or would cause the acrylic to cloud or become white at the bond line. Refer to our web pages for advice if unsure. Check your sealant/adhesives ‘use by date’ to ensure its still current for best performance in your project.
Delivery Damages
You have 14 days from receiving your order to report any visible damages. Please email a photograph of the damage along with your order number and contact details as soon as possible to service@theplasticpeople.co.uk. We'll arrange a refund or replacement for you as soon as we receive this. Please keep your packaging and do not use the damaged goods, so they can be collected and returned to us if necessary.
