Nylon Tubing
Nylon Tubing (PA 6 & PA 12) for Pneumatic Systems
What is Nylon Tubing?
Nylon Tubing, also commonly referred to as Nylon Air Hose, Nylon Tube or PA Tubing, is widely known in the market by its chemical name: Polyamide Tubing. It is one of the most common tubing used across various industries for pneumatic systems.When we talk about "nylon", we are actually referring to "polyamide (PA)", which has evolved into numerous grades since its invention in 1935, including Nylon 6, 66, 11, and 12—each with distinct properties and suited to different applications. At SHPI, we offer Nylon 6 (Polyamide 6 tubing, PA 6) and Nylon 12 (PA 12 tubing), the most suitable materials for industrial and automated pneumatic systems.
Key Differences: Nylon 6 (PA6) vs Nylon 12 (PA12)
To help you quickly identify the right tubing before browsing the catalogue, we've illustrated the key differences between Nylon 6 and Nylon 12 below. This ensures you can select the most appropriate tubing specification based on your industry, operating environment, and equipment requirements.Quick Comparison Table: Nylon 6 vs Nylon 12
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Feature / Property |
Nylon 6 (PA6 Tubing) |
Nylon 12 (PA12 Tubing) |
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Moisture Absorption |
★☆☆☆☆ (High absorption) |
★★★★★ (Very low absorption) |
|
Abrasion Resistance |
★★★★★ |
★★★★★ |
|
Chemical Resistance |
★★★★☆ |
★★★★★ |
|
UV Resistance |
★★★☆☆ |
★★★★★ |
|
Anti-Hydrolysis |
★★★☆☆ |
★★★★★ |
|
Pressure Resistance |
★★★★★ |
★★★★★ |
|
Recommended Environment |
Dry & indoor |
Humid, outdoor, long-term use |
Typical Applications of Nylon Tubing
- Pneumatic systems and automation equipment
- CNC machinery and robotic lines
- Automotive braking and fuel systems
- Food and beverage processing lines
- Outdoor mist cooling or vacuum lines
Why Choose SHPI Nylon Tubing?
Whether your priorities are pressure resistance, durability, or long-term stability, the SHPI nylon tubing series (PA6 and PA12 tubing) offers a full range of sizes and standard packaging lengths to meet your needs. We are committed to providing the optimal solutions to help you enhance equipment efficiency and ensure stable operation.
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Nylon Tubing PA 12
ㆍSuperior weather resistance
ㆍExcellent chemical and fuel resistance
ㆍExcellent abrasion resistance
ㆍExcellent hydrolysis resistance
ㆍLow moisture absorption
ㆍConforms to RoHS/Reach/California Prop 65
ㆍMeets UL 94HB Requirements
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Nylon Tubing PA 6
ㆍExcellent tensile strength and rigidity
ㆍExcellent abrasion resistance
ㆍConforms to RoHS/Reach/California Prop 65
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