Avoid Pitfalls! 5 Common Misconceptions about MC Nylon
2025-07-25

Intro
At many quotation meetings, eager newcomers hear “MC Nylon is light and wear‑resistant” and green‑light it on the spot—only to discover during mass production that temperatures run too high or parts come out undersized. The issue usually isn’t the material itself but five widespread misunderstandings. Let’s clear them up with a simple “Myth → Reality → Tip” format.
Myth 1|MC Nylon can handle any high temperature
Reality: Continuous service is about 120 °C; short spikes top out around 150 °C. Anything hotter demands premium materials like PEEK.
Tip: Verify your equipment’s peak operating temperature first, then decide whether MC Nylon fits.
Myth 2|Low density = low strength
Reality: MC Nylon weighs only one‑seventh as much as steel, yet its tensile strength is roughly 20 % higher than standard PA6. Light doesn’t mean weak.
Tip: Apply a proper safety factor in your design—no need to over‑thicken parts just because they’re light.
Myth 3|Self‑lubricating means zero lubricant
Reality: Medium‑to‑heavy‑load gears or bearings last 25 % longer when given a thin film of oil.
Tip: Run dry under light loads; add a light lubricant under heavier loads for maximum life at minimal cost.
Myth 4|Different colors = different properties
Reality: Natural, black, and blue MC Nylon have nearly identical mechanical performance; color mainly helps batch ID or aesthetics.
Tip: Choose color for visibility or branding, not because you think “the pricey color is stronger.”
Myth 5|One‑shot casting guarantees perfect dimensions
Reality: Cast‑in shrinkage is about 0.5–1 %. Large parts that skip shrink compensation end up undersized, and critical holes still need finish machining.
Tip: Add shrink allowances in the mold, and re‑machine key datum holes if you need tolerances tighter than ±0.05 mm.
Conclusion & CTA
Master these five keys—temperature limits, strength planning, lubrication strategy, color facts, and shrink‑allowance—and MC Nylon will perform exactly as promised.
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