A PA12 technical data sheet (TDS) provides material data that supports engineering evaluation and material selection.
Knowing how to interpret these figures helps engineers compare grades and determine which properties require further verification.
Check the exact grade listed on the TDS before reviewing its properties. Different PA12 formulations may have different mechanical, thermal, and physical characteristics.
For example, the official PA12 technical data sheet lists typical values for SAM639 and TN-90. Always refer to the document that matches the material being evaluated.
Test methods, units, and conditions determine how material properties should be interpreted. When comparing grades, make sure the reported values were obtained using comparable methods and conditions.
It is also important to distinguish typical values from guaranteed specifications. Typical values describe results under defined testing conditions and should not automatically be treated as production acceptance limits.
Tensile strength, tensile modulus, and flexural modulus help explain how a material responds to applied forces. Tensile strength indicates the stress a specimen withstands during a tensile test, while tensile modulus describes stiffness. Flexural modulus measures stiffness under bending.
The following figures are taken from the official TDS for uncolored material tested at 23°C.
| Property | Test Method | SAM639 | SAM980 |
| Tensile strength | ISO 527-1 | 70 MPa | 60 MPa |
| Tensile modulus | ISO 527-1 | 1600 MPa | 1600 MPa |
| Flexural modulus | ISO 178 | 1700 MPa | 1700 MPa |
| Density | ISO 1183 | 1.03 g/cm³ | 1.03 g/cm³ |
These figures provide a starting point for comparing the two grades. The PA12 properties and specifications guide provides additional information about the properties of different PA12 grades.
Heat deflection temperature (HDT) and glass transition temperature (Tg) describe different aspects of polymer behavior. They should not be used interchangeably when evaluating temperature requirements.
HDT measures deformation under a specified load and test condition, while Tg indicates a change in polymer behavior as temperature increases. Neither value alone establishes the continuous service temperature of a finished component.
Depending on the application, engineers may also need to review impact strength, hardness, electrical properties, chemical resistance, and transparency. Focus on the parameters that directly affect component performance rather than treating every value in a TDS as equally important.
The PA12 material specifications page provides further information about available grades and their typical properties.
Compare the listed properties with the component's mechanical loads, operating temperatures, chemical exposure, dimensional requirements, and appearance needs.
Laboratory results do not necessarily predict performance in every application. Prototype testing under representative conditions can help verify suitability when performance requirements are critical.
Before selecting a material, confirm the grade designation and check that the TDS is current. If an essential parameter or test condition is missing, request clarification rather than estimating the value from another grade's data.
Understanding PA12 TDS data helps engineers compare grades and assess their suitability for specific applications. All values should be treated as reference data under the stated test conditions.
Actual performance and processing requirements may vary by grade and application, so confirm the latest specifications before making a final selection. Contact us for further technical information and material recommendations.
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