PA6 GF30 is Nylon 6 with a nominal 30% glass-fiber reinforcement by weight. A useful PA6 GF30 datasheet identifies the exact commercial grade and the conditions behind each property. This page provides the WanHan PA6 WHG30A PDF, explains what its numbers mean, and shows what to confirm for material selection or a production quote.
PA6 GF30 Datasheet: Quick Answer
WanHan PA6 WHG30A lists density of 1.36 g/cm³, tensile strength of 165 MPa and flexural modulus of 6,000 MPa. The PDF does not identify specimen conditioning. These are named-grade typical values, not minimum specifications for every PA6 GF30 formulation.
What Does PA6 GF30 Mean?
PA6 identifies Polyamide 6; GF identifies glass fiber; 30 identifies the nominal reinforcement percentage by weight. The designation does not specify the manufacturer, stabilizers, impact modifiers, color, flame rating or approval status.
Two compounds marked PA6 GF30 can have different strength, flow, shrinkage and heat-aging behavior. An injection-molding compound is also different from an extruded rod or plate for CNC machining. Confirm the form, full grade name and intended process before comparing data or requesting a replacement material.
PA6 WHG30A Manufacturer Datasheet
WanHan is the manufacturer of PA6 WHG30A. Nylon Plastic supports the selection and supply request, including related custom part manufacturing. The PDF hosted here matches the PA6 GF30 document in WanHan’s download library.
The following table transcribes that document. Methods are retained as printed so a buyer can check the source rather than assuming an undocumented correction.
| Property | Value | Unit | Method in TDS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 165 | MPa | ISO 527-2 |
| Tensile strain at break | 9 | % | ISO 527-2 |
| Flexural strength | 230 | MPa | ISO 527-2* |
| Flexural modulus | 6,000 | MPa | ISO 178 |
| Notched impact, labeled “Izod” | 17 | kJ/m² | ISO 179* |
| Deflection temperature under load | 175 | °C | ISO 75-2/B |
| “Melting index” | 20 | g/10 min | ISO 1183* |
| Density | 1.36 | g/cm³ | ISO 1183 |
| Molding shrinkage | 0.6 | % | ISO 2577 |
| Flammability | Not specified | — | UL 94; result shown as “-” |
Read before qualification: the TDS does not state specimen conditioning, a processing window or shrinkage direction. Its starred rows pair flexural strength with a tensile method, the “Izod” label with the Charpy method ISO 179, and “melting index” with the density method ISO 1183. Confirm the intended methods and conditions with the manufacturer before using those results for approval. A blank UL 94 result does not establish HB or V-0.
Need a commercial grade or sample evaluation? Review the PA6 GF30 product page and use the existing datasheet or sample request. Identify the application and exact formulation so the document matches the material being considered.
How to Read PA6 GF30 Property Data
A property table is useful only when the method and specimen condition fit the decision. Use tensile strength to screen load requirements, modulus to screen stiffness, and the relevant impact test for impact-sensitive features. Creep, weld-line strength and finished-part geometry can still control performance even when a tensile value looks acceptable.
| Property group | Confirm in the selected TDS | What this changes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical properties | Dry or conditioned state, temperature, specimen and test method | Strength, stiffness, deflection and impact interpretation |
| Physical properties | Density, moisture uptake, shrinkage direction and measurement conditions | Part weight, fit, warpage and dimensional approval |
| Thermal properties | HDT method and test load, melting point, heat-aging or long-term data | Heat selection without confusing different temperature ratings |
| Electrical properties | Conditioning, frequency, specimen thickness and required electrical rating | The suitability of connectors, housings and supports |
| Flammability | Exact grade and color, rating, tested thickness and applicable documentation | Whether the specific formulation meets the project requirement |
PA6 GF30 Density and Estimated Part Weight
The PA6 WHG30A TDS reports 1.36 g/cm³ under ISO 1183. For an initial mass estimate, multiply the solid CAD volume by the selected grade’s density. For example, a solid volume of 20 cm³ at 1.36 g/cm³ gives an estimated material mass of 27.2 g. This is a calculation example, not a part-weight guarantee.
Use the final grade and geometry for the estimate. Inserts, cavities, gates and runners, process variation and any quoted scrap allowance affect manufacturing material use. A flame-retardant compound, a polymer blend or a porous printed part can have a different density; its value should not be used as a universal PA6 GF30 figure.
HDT, Melting Point and Service Temperature
PA6 WHG30A lists 175°C under ISO 75-2/B. Method B uses the lower HDT load of 0.45 MPa; a result measured at 1.8 MPa is a different comparison. The test records a defined deformation under a specified load. It does not certify that a finished component can carry its working load continuously at 175°C.
The PDF does not report a melting point or a long-term service-temperature rating. Request the heat-aging, creep or application test data needed for the part. When comparing PA6 with PA66, keep the load, conditioning state and test method consistent.
Electrical and Flame Requirements
For electrical housings, connectors or supports, identify the required electrical properties and the applicable flame test. Glass reinforcement by itself does not establish flame retardancy. A PA6 GF30 FR grade is reviewed separately from a standard grade.
The selected documentation should identify the exact grade, color and tested thickness. Do not convert the blank flammability row in WHG30A’s PDF into an HB or V-0 claim. Moisture conditioning also belongs in the electrical comparison where it affects the test result.
Dry vs Conditioned PA6 GF30
PA6 absorbs moisture. The dry state at molding and the conditioned state in service can give different mechanical behavior and dimensions. Glass fibers improve stiffness but do not remove the nylon matrix’s moisture response.
Request the same conditioning basis for the incumbent and proposed grades. For a tight-fit part, define when dimensions will be measured and what humidity or liquid exposure the part will encounter. Test assemblies under the expected conditions rather than applying a fixed percentage reduction to every datasheet value.
As an example of a clearly identified comparison format, KERN’s PA6 GF30 V0 material sheet separates dry and moisture-conditioned results. That is a different flame-retardant material, not a specification for WanHan WHG30A.
PA6 GF30 Processing: Confirm the Grade’s Molding Instructions
Drying and molding settings belong to the exact compound, machine and part. The WHG30A PDF above does not give a processing window. Obtain the manufacturer’s instructions before using a general PA6 GF30 temperature range as a production recipe.
Drying and Material Handling
Confirm drying temperature and time, dryer performance, acceptable pellet moisture and exposure between drying and molding. Record the grade and lot. Wet pellets can affect the molding result; a drying-time entry alone does not show that the required moisture condition was reached.
Melt, Mold and Process Settings
Review the supplier’s melt and mold temperatures together with fill, packing, cooling and residence time. During trials, examine short shots, surface defects, weld lines, flash and dimensional variation. Use the findings to establish the processing window for the actual tool.
Mold Design and Inspection
Review gate location, flow direction, wall transitions, venting, draft, ejection and wear surfaces. Reinforcement can make shrinkage direction-dependent; one shrinkage number is insufficient for every dimension. Define sample inspection and any conditioning step before mold approval.
PA6 GF15, GF30, GF40 or PA66 GF30?
Compare reinforcement choices against the part’s stiffness, impact, flow, appearance and dimensional requirements. Moving to more glass fiber can change several properties at once, including density, flow orientation and tooling wear. There is no universal cost or performance multiplier between these families.
- PA6 GF15: review when a lower reinforcement level may satisfy the part’s load and finish requirements.
- PA6 GF30: compare the exact grade against the required stiffness, moisture exposure and process.
- PA6 GF40: review a higher reinforcement option when stiffness is still insufficient, with flow and impact checks.
- PA66 GF30: compare a different nylon matrix under matched test conditions for the heat and load requirement.
Can Another Supplier’s PA6 GF30 Replace an Approved Grade?
A family designation is not an automatic equivalence statement. Send the incumbent grade and TDS, required approvals and the criteria used to accept production. Compare conditioned properties, shrinkage, processing, color and sample performance. Our BASF Ultramid B3EG6 alternative guide explains the review tasks for that specific comparison.
Where PA6 GF30 Is Used
PA6 GF30 is considered for structural components where stiffness, strength and resistance to deformation matter. The grade still has to meet the application’s impact, heat, moisture, chemical, appearance and documentation requirements.
Automotive and Transport
Fan shrouds, structural housings, brackets and selected under-hood components. Review the temperature cycle, vibration, fluids and weld-line loading.
Industrial Equipment
Pump bodies, impellers, machine housings and load-bearing supports. Identify sustained load, exposure time, fluid contact and the required dimensional stability.
Electrical Equipment
Housings, connectors and supports when the selected grade meets the required electrical and flammability ratings. The material family alone does not establish approval.
Power Tools and Appliances
Rigid housings, frames and mechanical components where fiber orientation, surface finish and impact behavior are reviewed together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there one standard PA6 GF30 datasheet?
No. PA6 GF30 identifies the polymer and nominal glass-fiber content. Use the complete commercial grade name, formulation and current manufacturer TDS.
What is the density of PA6 GF30?
WanHan PA6 WHG30A lists 1.36 g/cm³ under ISO 1183. Use the selected grade’s value for weight estimates and state the CAD volume and material assumptions.
Is PA6 GF30 flame retardant?
Not automatically. Select a separate flame-retardant grade and check the exact rating, specimen thickness and documentation. The WHG30A PDF does not state a flammability result.
What does the PA6 WHG30A datasheet leave to confirm?
Confirm conditioning, shrinkage direction, processing settings and the method-label inconsistencies identified above. Request additional data relevant to the load, heat, moisture and approval requirements of the finished part.
Can you review material supply and custom molded parts?
Yes. State whether you need compound supply, a grade replacement review or finished components. For parts, add CAD or drawings, critical dimensions, sample and production quantities, and inspection requirements.
Data Sources and Related Guides
Manufacturer data: WanHan PA6 WHG30A TDS. Its typical values have been transcribed with the method labels and omissions identified. Third-party grades are references for comparison, not certificates for the material being quoted.
- PA6 GF30 FR grade selection
- PA6 mineral-filled options for warpage review
- Custom plastic parts: process and quotation guide
Content updated October 5, 2026. For approval, use the selected grade’s current documentation and representative part testing.
