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A3K

BASF · Origin: Germany · Injection
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1.14Density g/cm³
82Tensile MPa
6Impact kJ/m²
80HDT °C
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About A3K (BASF PA66)

A3K is a PA66 grade from BASF, regularly exported by Ningbo Xianxunhe New Materials. Typical characteristics: High flow · Heat resistant. Typical applications: Thin-wall technical part, connector, clip.

Key typical values of A3K: density 1.14 g/cm³ · and tensile strength 82 MPa. All figures are manufacturer typical values for material selection reference — request the original TDS/COA before using them as purchase specifications.

We supply A3K on FOB Ningbo terms with a 1-ton MOQ and free samples (0.5–2 kg) for lab validation. In-stock grades are dispatched within 48 hours.

Physical properties

Density1.14 g/cm³ASTM D792 / ISO 1183
Water absorption1.5 %ASTM D570 / ISO 62

Mechanical properties

Tensile strength82 MPaASTM D638 / ISO 527
Elongation at break40 %ASTM D638 / ISO 527
Flexural modulus3000 MPaASTM D790 / ISO 178
Flexural strength122 MPaASTM D790 / ISO 178
Izod impact, notched6 kJ/m²ASTM D256 / ISO 180
Charpy impact7.5 kJ/m²ISO 179
HardnessR 119 ASTM D785

Thermal properties

HDT (0.45 MPa)80 °CASTM D648 / ISO 75
Vicat softening point230 °CASTM D1525 / ISO 306
Melting point258 °CISO 11357

Processing Guide for A3K (PA66)

Drying temperature80 °C
Drying time4–8 h
Melt temperature260–300 °C
Mold temperature70–110 °C

⚠ Hygroscopic material — drying is mandatory; residual moisture causes hydrolytic degradation and silver streaks.

Values above are industry-typical starting points — fine-tune according to part geometry, wall thickness and equipment.

FAQ about A3K

What is the density of A3K?

A3K has a typical density of 1.14 g/cm³ (ISO 1183).

What is the tensile strength of A3K?

The tensile strength of A3K is 82 MPa (ISO 527).

How impact resistant is A3K?

The notched impact strength of A3K is approximately 6 kJ/m² (ISO 180/179).

What is the heat deflection temperature of A3K?

The HDT of A3K (1.8 MPa, unannealed) is 80 °C (ISO 75).

What is the Vicat softening point of A3K?

The Vicat softening temperature of A3K is 230 °C (ISO 306).

Who manufactures A3K?

A3K is produced by BASF (origin: Germany). Xianxunhe supplies it as a trading partner with complete export documentation (COA, TDS on request).

What is A3K used for?

Typical applications of A3K: Thin-wall technical part, connector, clip.

What is the MOQ and lead time for A3K?

MOQ is 1 ton, FOB Ningbo. In-stock grades dispatch within 24–48 hours; free samples (0.5–2 kg) are available for testing.

Datasheet values are compiled from manufacturer data sheets and third-party test reports, for reference only and without warranty of any kind. Please request the official TDS/COA from the manufacturer and test sufficiently before material selection. The COA of the shipped lot prevails.. Note: MFR test conditions may differ between grades and manufacturers, so MFR values are not directly comparable.

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