In comparison to their native forms, glass filled polymers are substantially more robust. When employing glass filled polymers, the attributes of rigidity, strength, and hardness are greatly enhanced. One of the first polymers to include small glass fibers into the matrix of the polymer material was glass filled nylon.
- Considerably harder
- Superior tensile strength
- Greater stiffness
- Substantially less thermal expansion rate
- Increased stability when exposed to temperature fluctuation
- Lower creep rate
- Good fatigue strength
- High mechanical damping properties
- Ideal material for use in parts requiring high static loads in high temperatures
Nylon is significantly stronger when glass is added. Glass filled nylon has a lower lubricated wear property than extruded, or cast nylon, but its strength is improved many times over when compared to general purpose nylon grades. Glass filled nylon is highly and can abras various surfaces. M Glass Filled Nylon any small technical parts are made from glass filled nylon as it is a much harder material.
In 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and other processes where stiffness, strength, and load-bearing capacity are required, glass filled nylon is frequently employed.