The Zytel product line is based mostly on nylon 66, but also includes grades based on nylon 6 as a matrix, long chain nylons such as nylon 610 (if based on at least one renewable monomer they are branded Zytel RS), and copolymers including a transparent resin called Zytel 330.
Where is Zytel used?
Zytel® is used in sporting goods applications such as ski bindings due to its high stiffness and dimensional stability. Due to its stiffness and toughness, Zytel® RS can be used in a variety of applications, such as industrial fans, whilst also contributing to the sustainability profile of products.
Where is Zytel manufactured?
Fluor served as a full-service contractor providing engineering, procurement, and construction management services for this $90-million DuPont Nylon / Zytel® chemical manufacturing facility in Pulau Sakra Island, Singapore.
What is Zytel filament?
DuPont™ Zytel® 3D1000FL NC010 Nylon Resin 3D Filament 1kg Zytel® 3D filament is a modified long-chain nylon material that features excellent printing characteristics including good printing speeds and lower moisture absorption than PA 6 copolyamide, so you'll get less variability during printing operations.
Is Zytel nylon?
DuPont™ Zytel® is a portfolio of nylon resin materials proven in a wide range of applications. Zytel® products deliver high-performance benefits ranging from stiffness to heat resistance.
Where is Zytel made?
DuPont Zytel® Manufacturing Facility: Fluor EPCM Project in Singapore.
Does DuPont still make nylon?
As nylon production waned over the years, DuPont sold its textile business to Koch Industries for $4.2 billion in 2004. DuPont kept its engineering plastics unit, which still produces nylon.16 Oct 2015
What is Zytel used for?
Zytel is used for a number of different high strength, abrasion, and impact resistant thermoplastic polyamide formulations. The high-performance polyamide resin helps resists aging in high-heat automotive engine parts or hand-held electronics.
What is Zytel HTN?
Zytel® HTN is widely used to replace metal parts that must withstand high temperature tolerances (such as engine cooling, handheld devices, and non-halogenated connectors), while reducing cost and weight.
Who manufactures Zytel?
Zytel is a trademark owned by DuPont and used for a number of different high strength, abrasion and impact resistant thermoplastic polyamide formulations of the family more commonly known as nylon.