Materials
Discover our materials
Each item is produced in the most suitable material, in order to guarantee its correct technical functionality.
NYLON 6 – NYLON 6.6
PA6 – PA6.6
- High mechanical strength
- Excellent rigidity
- Outstanding toughness even at sub-zero temperatures
- Good fire resistance
- Good resistance to oils, fats, and solvents
- Good dyeability
Nylon absorbs 2.5% of its weight to reach the exact equilibrium point. The difference between 'humidified' and 'dry' Nylon is crucial for the strength tests, which are conducted under balanced humidity conditions.
POLYESTER
PBT
- High rigidity and hardness of materials
- Low creep tendency
- High short-term distortion temperature up to 200°
- Good abrasion resistance
- Good insulating properties
- Minimal water absorption
- Good chemical resistance
- Good low-temperature impact resistance
POLYPROPYLENE
PP
- Excellent chemical resistance, including to acids
- Balanced ratio of toughness, rigidity, and hardness
- Low water absorption
ACETAL
POM
- High rigidity
- High mechanical strength
- Good elastic properties
- Excellent impact resistance
- Good resistance to oils, fats, and solvents
- Low water absorption
Comparative table of materials
Below is an analysis of the technical properties of the most used materials for our accessories.
| PROPERTY | UNIT | NYLON | ACETAL | POLYESTER | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MECHANICAL | PA 6 | PA 6.6 | PA FR | POM | PBT | |
| TENSILE STRESS AT YIELD | Mpa | 80 | 85 | 80 | 65 | 60 |
| TENSILE MODULUS | Mpa | 3200 | 3200 | 3400 | 2900 | 2700 |
| TENSILE STRAIN AT BREAK | % | 40 | 35 | 15 | 25 | >15 |
| FLEXURAL MODULUS | Mpa | 2800 | 2800 | 3200 | 2800 | 2650 |
| CHARPY NOTCHED IMPACT STRENGHT | kJ/m2 | 4,5 | 4,5 | 4 | 6,5 | <10 |
| THERMAL | ||||||
| MELTING POINT | °C | 221 | 263 | 221 | 166 | 225 |
| FLAMMABILITY - UL 94 | CLASS | V2 | V2 | V0 | HB | HB |
| PHYSICAL | ||||||
| DENSITY | g/cm2 | 1,1 | 1,14 | 1,2 | 1,41 | 1,31 |
| WATER ABSORPTION 24 Hrs at 24 °C | % | 1,3 | 1,2 | - | 0,65 | 0,2 |
NOTES: Values shown are indicative and refer to the raw materials we use.
Test un at 23°, at DAM state (dry as moduled).
Special Materials
ECONABLE – 100% regenerated nylon from in-house production waste
ECONABLE is our most sustainable solution: a regenerated nylon made entirely from our own production waste, with no compromise on performance. Unlike generic recycled plastic, ECONABLE retains all the technical properties of virgin material, ensuring strength, durability and reliability.
Available exclusively in black, it is ideal for manufacturers seeking to combine environmental responsibility with high technical standards.
Technical datasheet available upon request.
Unlike many recycled materials on the market, ECONABLE is the result of a fully controlled internal process that allows us to reintroduce waste into the production cycle, delivering a high-performance material with a significantly lower environmental impact.
This material is ideal for:
- technical components in demanding industrial applications
- companies adopting circular economy practices
- products requiring eco-sustainable and durable plastics
POLYGLIDE – Low-friction plastic for high-performance components
POLYGLIDE is specifically engineered to deliver high technical performance, as in the case of our quick release system ROC, where fast sliding and immediate opening are essential.
This high-performance plastic ensures excellent mechanical resistance and a low-friction response, making it ideal for components subjected to frequent dynamic stress.
Technical datasheet available upon request.
POLYGLIDE is the right material for:
- fast-opening and closing mechanisms
- sliding parts in constant motion
- any application requiring durable and low-wear engineering plastics
It helps reduce mechanical wear, increases product lifespan, and improves operational reliability — even under critical or repetitive use conditions.
THERMA-SHIELD – High-performance material for heat-resistant applications
THERMA-SHIELD is a technical material developed for applications that require high resistance to heat, such as industrial washings and processes involving elevated thermal exposure.
It ensures excellent mechanical stability and maintains its properties even under extreme temperature variations, making it ideal for demanding environments.
Technical datasheet available upon request.
THERMA-SHIELD is suitable for:
- components exposed to frequent thermal cycles
- parts used in industrial cleaning systems
- any technical application that requires consistent performance under high heat
Its special formulation provides long-term durability, helping extend component lifespan while maintaining reliability in environments where heat tolerance is essential.
FIREBREAK – Flame-retardant nylon certified UL94 V0
FIREBREAK is our flame-retardant nylon material, Category V0, designed for technical applications where heat resistance and low flammability are essential. It complies with UL94 certification standards, ensuring that the material does not continue to burn or drip once the flame is removed.
This makes FIREBREAK an ideal solution for components requiring high fire protection performance in demanding environments.
Technical datasheets and test reports available upon request.
2M Italia also manufactures its products using additional flame-retardant materials based on nylon. The primary material used is Polyamide V0, tested according to the UL94 standard, suitable for industrial components as well as technical garments.
Compared to standard materials, this flame-retardant polyamide ensures that once removed from heat sources, the sample will no longer burn or drip, as required by certification.
These materials are specifically developed to reduce the flammability of plastic materials (in our case, nylon) by interfering with the combustion process through various mechanisms:
- Gas release
- Intumescence
- Melting (absorbs heat that fuels the flame)
- Action on the chemical reaction (slows down the rate)