Reduced Friction. Extended Wear Life.
PA6 MOLY is a molybdenum-disulfide-filled nylon designed to reduce friction and improve wear resistance.
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| Short Description | Color | Diameter | Length | Stock | Price | Add to quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA6 MOLY - 0.188" dia x 120 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.188″ | 120″ | Out of stock | $6.27per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.250" dia x 120 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.250″ | 120″ | Out of stock | $7.75per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.312" dia x 120 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.312″ | 120″ | Out of stock | $7.26per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.312" dia x 60 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.312″ | 60″ | Out of stock | $5.12per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.375" dia x 120 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.375″ | 120″ | Out of stock | $12.71per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.375" dia x 60 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.375″ | 60″ | Out of stock | $6.35per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.438" dia x 120 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.438″ | 120″ | Out of stock | $15.84per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.438" dia x 60 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.438″ | 60″ | Out of stock | $7.92per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.500" dia x 12 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.500″ | 12″ | Out of stock | $1.20per rod | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.500" dia x 120 Grey Rod | Grey | 0.500″ | 120″ | Out of stock | $17.16per rod |
| Short Description | Color | Thickness | Width | Length | Stock | Price | Add to quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA6 MOLY - 0.312" 24 x 36 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.312″ | 24″ | 36″ | Out of stock | $176.70per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.312" 24 x 48 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.312″ | 24″ | 48″ | Out of stock | $336.57per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.375" 12 x 12 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.375″ | 12″ | 12″ | Out of stock | $47.57per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.375" 12 x 24 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.375″ | 12″ | 24″ | Out of stock | $95.12per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.375" 24 x 24 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.375″ | 24″ | 24″ | Out of stock | $190.24per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.375" 24 x 48 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.375″ | 24″ | 48″ | Out of stock | $380.49per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.375" 48 x 120 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.375″ | 48″ | 120″ | Out of stock | $1,902.78per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.500" 12 x 12 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.500″ | 12″ | 12″ | Out of stock | $57.44per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.500" 24 x 36 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.500″ | 24″ | 36″ | Out of stock | $344.72per sheet | |
| PA6 MOLY - 0.500" 24 x 48 Grey Sheet | Grey | 0.500″ | 24″ | 48″ | Out of stock | $459.61per sheet |
Material Overview
PA6 MOLY is a molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂)-filled nylon plastic built on a PA6 base. The addition of MoS₂ — a solid lubricant — lowers the coefficient of friction and reduces surface wear compared to unfilled PA6, extending component service life in applications that involve continuous sliding contact or dynamic motion. Ready Plastics stocks PA6 MOLY sheet for precision machining into bushings, guides, wear liners, and bearing surfaces.
MoS₂ acts as a boundary lubricant embedded throughout the material, providing consistent friction reduction even in applications where external lubrication is absent, inconsistent, or undesirable. This makes PA6 MOLY a dependable choice for material handling systems, automation equipment, industrial machinery, and mechanical assemblies where prolonged dry-running performance is required without the added cost and complexity of lubrication systems.
The MoS₂ filler maintains the core mechanical strength and machinability of the PA6 base — parts machine cleanly on conventional equipment and hold tight tolerances. The dark gray color of PA6 MOLY also provides quick visual identification on the shop floor and in assembled systems.
Related grades. PA6 MOLY is part of the PA6 nylon family at Ready Plastics. For oil-based internal lubrication offering smoother, quieter operation, see PA6 OIL. For the unfilled base grade, see PA6. Explore the full polyamide range at the nylon materials overview.
Frequently Asked Questions
PA6 MOLY is a molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂)-filled nylon material based on PA6. The MoS₂ filler acts as a solid lubricant, reducing friction and surface wear in sliding contact applications. It is used for bushings, guides, wear liners, and bearing surfaces that require extended dry-running performance.
Both are lubricated variants of PA6, but they use different lubricant types. PA6 MOLY uses molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂), a solid lubricant that excels at reducing friction under load and in sliding contact. PA6 OIL uses internal oil lubricants that provide smooth, quiet operation and are particularly effective in assemblies requiring low noise. The choice depends on the specific tribological demands of the application.
Yes. The MoS₂ filler in PA6 MOLY provides built-in boundary lubrication, allowing components to run dry in many applications. This reduces maintenance requirements and is an advantage in systems where applying external lubricants is impractical or undesirable.
PA6 MOLY is well suited for bushings, guide rails, wear liners, and bearing surfaces in material handling systems, automation equipment, industrial machinery, and mechanical assemblies. It is particularly effective where continuous sliding contact occurs and external lubrication cannot be reliably maintained.
Ready Plastics stocks PA6 MOLY in sheet form for precision machining. Contact Ready Plastics for current thickness ranges, dimensions, and availability.
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