DESCRIPTION

Ascend Vydyne® PA66:

Ascend Performance Materials manufactures hundreds of grades of Vydyne® PA66 and PA6 resins and compounds, including neat resin, impact-modified, mineral-filled, glass-filled and outdoor weatherable products.

The manufacturing processes are entirely vertically integrated, allowing to maintain tight quality control standards. Vydyne® is used around the world in automobiles, cable ties and fasteners, consumer goods, electrical and electronic products and industrial equipment.

Resins

Ascend Performance Materials is the largest fully integrated manufacturer of nylon 6,6 resins. Owning the manufacturing process
from start to finish ensures quality and reliable production for our customers.

Compounding feedstock
Feedstock grades are formulated individually to obtain the optimal balance between the desired mixing level and integration of additives to the polymer backbone without sacrificing the flow characteristics and mechanical properties needed for the final application.

Fibers
The fiber spinning industry served by Ascend products includes the producers of fine and micro denier fibers for apparel, heavy denier fibers for tires and other industrial products, high-tech fibers for automotive airbags and parachutes, producers of carpet, tow and staple fibers and a wide range of monofilament fiber makers.

Vydyne 21SPC1 is a general purpose, improved flow, lubricated PA66 resin available in natural color. 21SPC1 features high strength, rigidity, good toughness, high melting point, good wear resistance, good surface lubricity, and resistance to a wide range of chemicals. Vydyne 21SPC1 resin features an external lubricant for improved machine feed and an internal lubricant for improved mold release. Typical Applications/End Uses: End uses for Vydyne 21SPC1 include terminal blocks, bearings, bushings, control cams, electrical connectors, housings, cable ties, fasteners, switch components, and industrial parts requiring chemical resistance, stiffness, wear resistance, and rigidity.