{"id":5382,"date":"2026-05-07T03:46:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T03:46:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nylonplastic.com\/nylon-vs-polycarbonate\/"},"modified":"2026-06-17T09:09:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T09:09:35","slug":"nylon-vs-polycarbonate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nylonplastic.com\/pt\/nylon-vs-polycarbonate\/","title":{"rendered":"Nylon vs Policarbonato: For\u00e7a, resist\u00eancia ao calor e custo comparados"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Nylon
Nylon and polycarbonate are both engineering plastics but excel in different areas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nylon and polycarbonate are two of the most specified engineering thermoplastics. Both offer excellent mechanical properties, but their unique characteristics\u2014impact resistance for polycarbonate, wear resistance for nylon\u2014make each better suited for specific applications.<\/p>\n

Mechanical Properties Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Im\u00f3veis<\/th>\nNylon (PA6)<\/th>\nPolicarbonato (PC)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Resist\u00eancia \u00e0 tra\u00e7\u00e3o (MPa)<\/td>\n70-85<\/td>\n55-75<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
M\u00f3dulo de flex\u00e3o (GPa)<\/td>\n2.5-3.0<\/td>\n2.2-2.4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Notched Izod Impact (kJ\/m\u00b2)<\/td>\n5-15<\/td>\n60-80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Densidade (g\/cm\u00b3)<\/td>\n1.14<\/td>\n1.20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
\"Impact
Polycarbonate offers dramatically higher impact resistance than nylon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Impact Resistance: Polycarbonate’s Signature Strength<\/h2>\n

Polycarbonate is legendary for its impact resistance\u2014it’s used in bulletproof glass and safety goggles. With notched Izod impact values of 60-80 kJ\/m\u00b2, PC is virtually unbreakable under normal use.<\/p>\n

Thermal and Optical Properties<\/h2>\n
\"Optical
Polycarbonate’s optical clarity is a key differentiator<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Polycarbonate is naturally transparent with light transmission of 88-90%. Nylon is naturally translucent to opaque.<\/p>\n

Resist\u00eancia qu\u00edmica<\/h2>\n

Nylon holds a distinct advantage here. Polycarbonate has poor chemical resistance\u2014it’s attacked by hydrocarbons, ketones, and many cleaners. Nylon offers excellent resistance to oils, greases, fuels, and many organic solvents.<\/p>\n

Moisture and Environmental Resistance<\/h2>\n
\"Moisture
Polycarbonate resists moisture but is susceptible to UV degradation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Polycarbonate absorbs negligible moisture (0.15-0.35%). Nylon’s moisture absorption (2.5-3.0%) can cause dimensional changes. However, PC is susceptible to UV degradation.<\/p>\n

Application Guide<\/h2>\n

Choose Nylon When:<\/h3>\n
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  • Chemical resistance to oils and fuels is needed<\/li>\n
  • Wear resistance matters<\/li>\n
  • Parts must survive dynamic loading<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Choose Polycarbonate When:<\/h3>\n
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    • Optical clarity is required<\/li>\n
    • Exceptional impact resistance is critical<\/li>\n
    • Dimensional stability under varying humidity is needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      As nossas capacidades<\/h2>\n

      Com mais de 300 m\u00e1quinas CNC<\/strong>, produzimos mais de 10.000 pe\u00e7as por dia<\/strong> com toler\u00e2ncias t\u00e3o apertadas como \u00b10,005mm<\/strong>. Aceitamos MOQ a partir de 1 pe\u00e7a<\/strong>, com prazos de entrega que variam entre 24 horas a 15 dias<\/strong>. We machine both nylon and polycarbonate. Obter um or\u00e7amento no prazo de 24 horas.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      FAQ<\/h2>\n
      \nHow do you know whether Nylon vs Polycarbonate: Strength, Heat Resistance, and Cost Compared fits a part?<\/summary>\n
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      Nylon vs Polycarbonate: Strength, Heat Resistance, and Cost Compared fits a part when its load capacity, temperature range, moisture exposure, wear behavior, and processing method match the real service conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

      \nWhat properties should be checked for Nylon vs Polycarbonate: Strength, Heat Resistance, and Cost Compared?<\/summary>\n
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      Verificar a resist\u00eancia, a rigidez, a resist\u00eancia ao impacto, a resist\u00eancia ao calor, a absor\u00e7\u00e3o de humidade, a estabilidade dimensional, a fric\u00e7\u00e3o, o desgaste e a compatibilidade qu\u00edmica.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

      \nWhat is the biggest selection risk for Nylon vs Polycarbonate: Strength, Heat Resistance, and Cost Compared?<\/summary>\n
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      O maior risco \u00e9 escolher a partir de um valor da folha de dados sem considerar o ambiente real, o m\u00e9todo de processamento, a geometria da pe\u00e7a e a utiliza\u00e7\u00e3o a longo prazo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

      \nWhen should Nylon vs Polycarbonate: Strength, Heat Resistance, and Cost Compared be tested before production?<\/summary>\n
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      Recomenda-se a realiza\u00e7\u00e3o de ensaios quando a pe\u00e7a \u00e9 sujeita a carga, calor, produtos qu\u00edmicos, humidade, toler\u00e2ncias apertadas, requisitos regulamentares ou um novo ambiente de funcionamento.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t

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