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PA6 OIL is an internally lubricated nylon offering reduced friction and improved wear resistance.
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Material Overview
PA6 OIL is an internally lubricated nylon material based on PA6, formulated with oil-based lubricant additives that migrate to the surface during operation and create a low-friction boundary layer. The result is reduced friction, lower surface wear, and quieter operation compared to standard PA6 — without requiring external lubrication systems. Ready Plastics stocks PA6 OIL for machining into wear components, automation parts, and mechanical assemblies demanding smooth, consistent motion.
The internal oil lubricant provides ongoing surface lubrication throughout the material's service life, making PA6 OIL particularly effective in enclosed assemblies, food-safe environments, or cleanroom-adjacent applications where grease or oil contamination must be avoided. Components exhibit reduced stick-slip behavior and quieter operation — properties that matter in precision automation systems, conveyors, and mechanical assemblies where noise is a concern.
PA6 OIL retains the mechanical strength and machinability of the PA6 base. Parts machine cleanly on standard equipment, holding tight tolerances for precision wear components, bushings, and guide elements. The material performs well across a range of loads and speeds in both continuous and intermittent motion applications.
Related grades. PA6 OIL is part of the PA6 nylon family at Ready Plastics. For MoS₂-based solid lubrication under heavy sliding loads, see PA6 MOLY. For the unfilled base grade, see PA6. Browse all polyamide grades at the nylon materials overview.
Frequently Asked Questions
PA6 OIL is an internally lubricated nylon based on PA6, containing oil-based additives that reduce surface friction and improve wear performance during operation. It provides smooth, quiet movement in moving assemblies without requiring external lubrication, making it suited for wear components, automation systems, and mechanical assemblies.
PA6 OIL uses oil-based internal lubricants that provide smooth, quiet operation and reduce stick-slip behavior. PA6 MOLY uses molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂), a solid lubricant that is especially effective at reducing friction under heavier sliding loads. PA6 OIL is preferred for quiet, smooth motion; PA6 MOLY for high-load sliding contact.
Yes. The internal oil lubricant in PA6 OIL allows components to operate without external grease or oil in many applications. The lubricant migrates to the surface during use, providing consistent lubrication throughout the part's service life.
Ready Plastics stocks PA6 OIL in sheet and rod. Contact Ready Plastics for current dimensions and availability, or request a cut-to-size quote.
PA6 OIL is used in automation and robotics, material handling equipment, industrial machinery, and mechanical assemblies. Its quiet operation and self-lubricating properties make it a strong choice wherever smooth, low-maintenance motion is required.
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