PA1010 Nylon Raw Material for Nylon Tubes & New Energy Cooling Lines

2026-03-19 
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PA1010 is an ideal long-chain nylon base material for new energy cooling lines. Its core advantages include low water absorption, dimensional stability, low-temperature resistance, coolant resistance, high toughness, and bio-based origin, meeting the long-term reliability requirements of battery/motor/electronic control cooling systems.
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1. Core Properties of PA1010 (for Cooling Lines)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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1.1 Physical & Mechanical Properties (Essential for Tubing)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Low water absorption: ~0.25%–0.5% (only 1/5–1/10 of PA66), ensuring stable dimensions and minimal mechanical property fluctuations in wet conditions.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Strength & toughness: Tensile strength ≥50 MPa, elongation at break ≥200%; remains non-brittle at -60°C and resists bending fatigue.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Density: 1.03–1.05 g/cm³, offering lightweight advantages over metals and rubbers.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Creep resistance: No long-term stress relaxation under pressure, suitable for clips and quick-connect fittings.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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1.2 Thermal & Weather Resistance (New Energy Operating Conditions)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Melting point: 200–210°C; long-term service temperature range: -60°C to 120°C, with short-term heat resistance up to 150°C.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Thermal stability: Stable long-term below 100°C; antioxidants and heat stabilizers are required for high-temperature applications.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Hydrolysis/coolant resistance: Superior to PA6/PA66, compatible with ethylene glycol/water mixtures.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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1.3 Chemical Resistance (Cooling Media)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Resistant to ethylene glycol, antifreeze, engine oil, weak acids, and weak bases; not resistant to strong acids, phenol, or formic acid.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Oil and solvent resistant, adapting to the surrounding environment of motors and battery packs.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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1.4 Processing & Environmental FriendlinessXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Processable via extrusion, blow molding, and injection molding, suitable for corrugated pipes and multi-layer composite tubes.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Bio-based origin (derived from castor oil), meeting the low-carbon requirements of automakers.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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2. PA1010 Modification Schemes for New Energy Cooling LinesXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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2.1 Base Pure Resin (Low Pressure / Room Temperature)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Formula: Pure PA1010 resin + Antioxidants 1098/168 + LubricantXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Performance: High toughness, easy molding, low costXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Application: Low-pressure, room-temperature, non-critical cooling circuitsXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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2.2 Glass Fiber Reinforced (High Pressure / High Temperature / Large Diameter)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Formula: PA1010 + 20%–35% short glass fiber + Compatibilizer (MAH-g-POE) + Heat stabilizerXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Performance: Tensile strength 100–140 MPa, flexural modulus 5–8 GPa; HDT 180–210°C; shrinkage 0.2%–0.4%XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Application: High-pressure circuits, engine compartment/motor peripherals, long-term high-temperature environmentsXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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2.3 Hydrolysis/Coolant Resistant (Core Modification)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Formula: PA1010 + 30% GF + Carbodiimide-based hydrolysis stabilizer + Long-acting antioxidantXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Performance: Inhibits hydrolysis in ethylene glycol/water systems; ≥80% strength retention after 1000h thermal agingXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Application: Battery pack/motor water cooling, long-term immersion conditionsXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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2.4 Toughened / Low-Temperature (Northern / Frigid Regions)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Formula: PA1010 + 10%–15% POE-g-MAH + 10%–20% GFXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Performance: Non-brittle impact at -40°C, no cracking after repeated bendingXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Application: Frigid regions, frequently disassembled pipelinesXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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2.5 Multi-Layer Composite (High-End Solution)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    Structure: PA1010 inner layer (coolant resistance) + adhesive layer + PA/PP outer layer (oil/weather resistance)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    Advantages: Balances media resistance, weather resistance, lightweight design, and cost-effectivenessXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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3. Key Processing Parameters (Extrusion / Blow Molding)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    1.Drying: 100–120°C for 4–6h, moisture content ≤0.05% (≤0.03% for glass fiber-reinforced grades)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    2.Extrusion temperature: 210–240°C (pure resin); 230–260°C (glass fiber-reinforced)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    3.Mold temperature / cooling: 40–60°C; water/air cooling to control crystallization and shrinkageXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    4.Post-treatment: Annealing at 80–100°C for 1–2h to release internal stress and stabilize dimensionsXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
    5.Fittings/clips: Pair with modified PA1010 clips for optimal sealing and clamping force.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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4. Comparison with PA6/PA66/PA12 (Cooling Line Selection)XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
 
Property PA1010 PA66 PA12
Water absorption Very low (0.25%–0.5%) High (3%–4%) Low (0.5%–1%)
Low-temperature toughness Excellent (-60°C) Fair Good
Coolant resistance Excellent Fair Excellent
Cost Medium Low High
Bio-based Yes No No
Processability Good Good Good
5. Design & Selection RecommendationsXdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
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    5.1 Select based on pressure/temperature/media: Use pure PA1010 for low-pressure/room-temperature conditions; 30% GF reinforcement for high-pressure/high-temperature conditions; toughened modification for frigid regions/frequent disassembly; hydrolysis stabilizer is mandatory for long-term coolant immersion.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
   5.2 Design: Avoid sharp corners, optimize rib placement, add fillets at clip roots, and reserve moisture expansion margins.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer
   5.3 System compatibility: PA1010 tube + modified PA1010 clip is recommended for optimal compatibility and sealing.XdcANIXT NYLON China Manufacturer