Nylon fiber is durable, strong and a popular choice for webbing, straps, tapes and belts.
Nylon is a manufactured fiber in which the fiber forming substance is any long chain synthetic polyamide having recurring amide groups (-NH-CO-).
Nylon properties include:
- Excellent strength
- Flexibility
- Toughness
- Elasticity
- Abrasion resistance
- Washable
- Ease of drying
- Moisture absorption
- Insect & microbe resistant
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- Shoulder straps
- Harness webbing
- Chin straps
- Helmet suspension
- Binding tapes
- Lap belts
- Shock absorbing webbing
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Technical Data
Tenacity (g/denier) |
4.0 - 7.2 |
Elongation at break (%) |
17 - 45 |
Shrinkage at 177°C (%) |
<1.0 |
Melting point (°F) |
419 to 430 |
In flame |
Burns slowly; melts and drips |
After flame |
Self-extinguishes |
Chemical resistance |
Resists weak acids, inert to alkalis. Hydrolyzed by strong acids |
Specific gravity (g/cc) |
1.14 |
Moisture regain (%) |
2.8 - 5.0 |
Disclaimer: Values are only a guide. Actual values depend on manufacturer and exact type of yarn. Please contact our engineering team for specific values as they relate to your application.