Nylon 11 & 12 Tubing
Semi-flexible, ideal for hydraulics,
robotics, vacuum, fuel, vapor, air, brake lines, etc. We discontinued this material in favor of Tygon®
which provides superior properties in many specialized environments.
Nylon 11 advantages: Low water absorption for a Nylon ( c. 2.5% at saturation ). Reasonable UV resistance compared to other Nylons. Higher strength and better heat resistance than Nylon 12. Excellent resistance to corrosion, Chemical resistance to organic acids, salts, alkalis, solvents, hydrocarbons, etc.
Nylon 11 Disadvantages: More expensive than Nylon 6 or Nylon 6/6. Low impact strength.
Nylon 12 Advantages: Good retention of mechanical properties following exposure to sunlight/UV radiation. It a weatherable Nylon
Nylon 12 disadvantages: Slightly increased cost and reduced electrical characteristics.