High-performance extrusion polyamide Examid PA610E

Description

Examid® PA610 E is a high-viscosity extrusion grade of polyamide 6.10 with heat stabilization. The PA610 base molecule is ~40 % bio-based (sebacic acid derived from castor oil) — an environmental bonus for brands with ESG labelling. Its high melt viscosity is optimized for continuous extrusion of tubing, hoses, monofilaments, profiles and cable insulation.

Compared with extrusion PA6, PA610 E wins on water absorption (~3 % vs ~10 % at saturation) — a tube or hose retains its original diameter and stiffness in humid environments and in contact with water. Compared with extrusion PA12, PA610 E is less expensive and has a higher melting temperature (Tm ~220 °C vs ~178 °C for PA12), but it is less flexible at low temperatures.

Service temperature: up to 90 °C continuously, up to 130 °C for short periods (without excessive wall loading). Not intended for pressures above the design rating for a specific size — pressure rating requirements are specified individually.

Key advantages

• Low water absorption (~3 % at saturation, ~1 % at 50 % RH) — dimensional and mechanical stability in humid environments
• High resistance to hydrolysis in hot water and steam
• Good resistance to fuels, oils, glycols, brake fluids, dilute acids and alkalis
• High impact strength, including at low temperatures (down to −40 °C)
• Resistance to abrasion and repeated flexing — durability under cyclic loads
• Inherent UV resistance — the long aliphatic sebacic acid chain reduces photodegradation compared with PA6/PA66; suitable for outdoor use within nominal ranges without additional stabilization
• Additional heat stabilization — property retention during long extrusion runs and long service life
• Partially bio-based origin (~40 % of carbon from renewable feedstock)

Applications

• Cable insulation and sheathing: outer jackets for communication, power and signal cables, cables in vehicles and trains — low water absorption plus the material's inherent UV resistance
• Technical monofilaments: fishing lines, trimmer lines, brush filaments, braided ropes
• Pneumatic and hydraulic hoses: compressor lines, cooling hoses, medium-pressure brake lines
• Automotive fuel and coolant lines: low water absorption and glycol resistance matter for post-EU6 systems
• Extruded profiles: conveyor guides, edge insulation, housings for food and packaging machinery
• Technical sheets and films: barrier packaging, release films for composites

The values indicated are measured using internal methods close to the corresponding ISO and GOST standards. This information is provided for reference only and does not constitute an official technical data sheet for a batch. Please request the TDS and MSDS for the specific batch before industrial use.