PRESENTATION ON NYLON66

IUPAC NAME
Poly[imino(1,6dioxohexamethylene)iminohexamethylene]

OTHER NAME

Poly(hexamethyleneadipamide), poly(N,N-hexametheleneadipinediamide)
CONTENTSPhysical

properties Synthesis of Nylon-66 Applications Advantages & Disadvantages

o Molecular formula : (C12H22N2O2)n o Density : 1.14 g/ml o Melting point : 542K o Crystalline,polar molecules o Insoluble in hydrocarbons solvents but soluble in solvents like formic acid,phenols,cresols etc. o Oil resistant o Have a good tensile strength and self lubricating properties

Nylon 6-6 is synthesised by plycondensation of hexamethylenediamine and adipic acid. Hexamethylenediamine and adipic acid are combined with water in a reactor. This produces nylon salt. The nylon salt further on dehydration gives monomer of nylon 66 which further polymerises to nylon66

1.In continuous or extended exposure (UV stabilized N66)

2. Nylon cable ties containing specially formulated heat stabilizers provide additional thermal endurance. Heat stabilized nylons are engineered for continuous exposure to temperatures above 185 degrees Fahrenheit, which meets UL standard for electrical applications.

3 used as fibres in textile industries- shirting, sarees, shawls,bed covers etc.

4. in making ropes and fishing nets. 5. Due to their chemical resistance Nylon-66 is used in paints and coatings.

6.As reinforcement materials in plastics and rubbers

7. In making all kinds of brushes and scrubbers

1. It can operate at a very slightly higher temperature 2. Nylon 66 Sheet is also that it is slightly harder as an engineering plastic.

1. On long exposure to sunlight they become brittle. 2. With aging, white nylons turn yellowish & coloured nylons fade out 3. Nylon 66 Sheet which are firstly that the size range availability is slightly more limited than Nylon 6 Sheet 4. It is also very slightly more costly, the other reason is that it is also very slightly less impact resistant but as with the advantages, these differences between the two Nylon Sheet grades are minimal.

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