PA1010 vs PA11
Polymer · grade comparison
PA1010 and PA11 are both polymer grades. PA1010 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 48 MPa (6.96 ksi) against 40 MPa (5.8 ksi) for PA11, about 20% more; tensile strength follows at 52 MPa (7.54 ksi) vs 48 MPa (6.96 ksi). PA1010 is the more ductile: elongation 180% versus 45% for PA11. PA11 is stiffer (1.6 GPa vs 1.5 GPa).
PA1010Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
PA1010 vs PA11: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Shear Strength
Hardness, Shore D
Hardness, Rockwell R
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Same in both: Shear Modulus 0.55 GPa0.08 Msi · Flexural Modulus 1.4 GPa0.2 Msi · Izod Impact, Notched 55 J/m1 ft·lbf/in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Temperature (Tm)
Glass Transition (Tg)
Water Absorption (24 h)
Water Absorption (Saturation)
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Vicat Softening Point (B50)
Limiting Oxygen Index
Max Service Temperature (short-term)
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Dielectric Strength
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Dissipation Factor (1 MHz)
Comparative Tracking Index (CTI)
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 1×10¹² Ω·m3.94×10¹⁹ µΩ·in · Volume Resistivity 1×10¹⁴ Ω·cm · Surface Resistivity 1×10¹³ Ω
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
UV / Weathering Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Mold Shrinkage
Same in both: Processing Melt Temperature (typ.) 235°C455 °F · Mold Temperature (typ.) 60°C140 °F
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Same in both: Thermal Diffusivity 0.1 mm²/s · Thermal Shock Resistance Index 0
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every polymer grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | PA1010 | PA11 |
|---|---|---|
| 3D printing | — | Yes |
| Default condition | — | Unfilled |
| Relative cost | $$$ Premium | $$$ Premium |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
| Conductive Coating | — | Yes |
| Dyeing (Nylon) | — | Yes |
| EMI Shielding Coating | — | Yes |
| Painting | — | Yes |
| Primer Coating | — | Yes |
| Soft Touch Coating | — | Yes |
| Tinted Coating | — | Yes |
| UV Coating | — | Yes |
| Vacuum Metallization | — | Yes |
| Waterproof Coating | — | Yes |
PA1010 vs PA11 — frequently asked
Is PA1010 stronger than PA11?
Yes. PA1010 has a typical yield strength of 48 MPa (6.96 ksi) against 40 MPa (5.8 ksi) for PA11 — about 20% more. Tensile strength is 52 MPa (7.54 ksi) vs 48 MPa (6.96 ksi).
Which is cheaper, PA1010 or PA11?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$, premium); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, PA1010 or PA11?
PA1010. Its machinability rates very good (70/100) against good (65/100) for PA11; for welding the order is PA1010 first (very good, 75/100) then PA11 (very good, 70/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in PA1010 and PA11 side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.