PA10T
PA10T is a bio-based semi-aromatic high-heat polyamide supplied unfilled and in 15/30/50% glass, 30% carbon, mineral/glass, flame-retardant V-0, heat-stabilized, impact-modified, white-reflective, ESD and copolymer variants.
Reference datasheet — PA10T is not in the instant-quote catalog. Upload your part and an engineer will quote it in this grade or suggest the closest stocked equivalent.
PA10T grades and fills
PA10T is supplied in 11 conditions, soft to hard.
Compare all 11 grades and fillsHide
| Grade · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Impact-modified (toughened) PA10T | For snap fits, clips and parts needing ductility and cold-impact resistance at the cost of stiffness and HDT. | 60 | 65 | 60 | 72 Shore D |
PA10T copolymer | Copolymerized versions with a lower melting point for easier molding and better toughness where 315 °C processing is impractical. | 85 | 90 | 35 | 80 Shore D |
Mineral / glass-mineral filled | Pick when flatness and isotropic shrinkage matter more than absolute strength — flat covers, LED housings, laser-markable parts. | 120 | 3 | 88 Shore D | |
High-reflectance white (LED reflector) grade | TiO2-loaded, glass-reinforced grade for LED reflector cups and SMD housings needing >90 % initial reflectance and reflow stability. | 130 | 2 | 90 Shore D | |
15 % glass-fiber reinforced | Moderate stiffness boost with better surface appearance and lower warpage than GF30; thin-wall electrical parts. | 140 | 4.5 | ||
ESD / static-dissipative grade | Carbon-black or CF/CNT loaded for electronics trays, burn-in sockets and fuel-contact parts needing charge dissipation at high temperature. | 150 | 2 | 89 Shore D | |
FR GF30 | For connectors, relays and breakers needing UL 94 V-0 at 0.4–0.8 mm with high CTI and reflow survivability. | 160 | 2 | ||
Heat-stabilized GF30 | Use for long-term 150–180 °C air ageing (charge-air ducts, motor parts) where standard GF30 loses tensile strength. | 185 | 2.4 | 90 Shore D | |
30 % glass-fiber reinforced | The workhorse grade: high stiffness and ~290 °C HDT for SMT connectors and under-hood parts surviving lead-free reflow. | 190 | 2.5 | 100 HRM | |
50 % glass-fiber reinforced | Maximum stiffness/creep resistance for metal-replacement brackets and load-bearing housings; poorest surface and toughest to mold. | 230 | 1.8 | ||
30 % carbon-fiber reinforced | Choose for highest specific stiffness, low warpage and static-dissipative behaviour in lightweight structural or handling parts. | 230 | 1.8 |
Supply forms, finishes and certifications
Ways PA10T is supplied — form, process route, surface or paperwork — without a datasheet of their own. The property values above apply.
| Option | What it is | Type |
|---|---|---|
UnfilledDefault | Unfilled / natural PA10T | Standard supply |
What is PA10T?
PA10T is a bio-based semi-aromatic high-heat polyamide supplied unfilled and in 15/30/50% glass, 30% carbon, mineral/glass, flame-retardant V-0, heat-stabilized, impact-modified, white-reflective, ESD and copolymer variants. Its high melting point near 316 C, 140 C service temperature and low moisture uptake allow metal replacement in hot electrical and thermal-management parts; unfilled stock is 1.11 g/cm3 with 95 MPa tensile strength and 25% elongation. Molding requires 315-345 C melt, hot runners and thoroughly dried feed. PA9T and PPA are the closest alternatives. PA10T has a density of 1.11 g/cm³ (0.0401 lb/in³), lighter than 65% of polymer grades. Its glass-transition temperature is 125°C (257 °F). PA10T has a yield strength of 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) and a tensile strength of 95 MPa (13.8 ksi) — stronger than 91% of polymer grades. Elongation at break is 25% and the elastic modulus is 2.8 GPa (0.406 Msi).
What is PA10T used for?
- automotive thermal management parts
- electrical connectors
- LED housings
Advantages
- High strength — 90 MPa (13.1 ksi), better than 91% of polymer grades
- High service temperature — 140°C (284 °F), better than 76% of polymer grades
PA10T properties
Typical room-temperature values; bars are the position among polymer grades.
Physical5
PA10T has a density of 1.11 g/cm³ (0.0401 lb/in³), lighter than 65% of polymer grades. Its glass-transition temperature is 125°C (257 °F).
Mechanical11
PA10T has a yield strength of 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) and a tensile strength of 95 MPa (13.8 ksi) — stronger than 91% of polymer grades. Elongation at break is 25% and the elastic modulus is 2.8 GPa (0.406 Msi).
Thermal11
PA10T is rated for continuous service to 140°C (284 °F). It conducts heat at 0.25 W/m·K (0.144 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 72% of polymer grades. Thermal expansion is 80 µm/m·K (44.4 µin/in·°F).
Electrical7
PA10T is an electrical insulator with a dielectric strength of 28 kV/mm (711.2 V/mil) and a resistivity of 1×10¹³ Ω·m.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is very good (80/100), worse than 52% of polymer grades. UV resistance is fair.
Sustainability3
Producing a kilogram of PA10T takes about 100 MJ of energy and emits 5 kg of CO₂ — less than 61% of polymer grades. Typical recycled content is 0%.
Manufacturability7
PA10T's machinability is good (60/100, better than 51% of polymer grades); weldability good (55/100); formability poor (30/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Certified mill or lot data ships with every FabDigit order on request.
Strength versus weight in the polymer family
Yield strength against density for every polymer grade FabDigit runs. PA10T is highlighted; hover a dot for its name, or open the interactive family chart.
Working with PA10T
Is PA10T easy to machine?
Machines like a stiff nylon — sharp carbide/PCD tools, high speed and light feed; glass/carbon-filled grades are abrasive and dull HSS quickly.
Can PA10T be welded?
Joins well by ultrasonic, laser and vibration welding; hot-plate welding is awkward because of the ~316 °C melt point, and adhesive bonding needs surface activation.
Can PA10T be formed, bent or molded?
Dry to <0.05 % moisture (80–100 °C, 4–8 h), melt 315–345 °C with hot runners, mold 120–155 °C for crystallinity and surface; keep residence time short to avoid degradation.
PA10T chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| 1,10-decanediamine (bio-based, castor oidiamine residue, wt % of repeat unit | 50 – 58 | 56 |
| terephthalic aciddiacid residue; partially replaced by isophthalic/adipic acid in copolymers | 42 – 50 | 44 |
| glass fiber0 in the unfilled default grade; 15–50 % in reinforced variants | 0 – 50 | 0 |
| heat stabilizer / lubricant / pigment adcompounder dependent | 0.3 – 3 | 1 |
What surface finishes work on PA10T?
Accepts laser marking, pad printing and paint after plasma/flame pretreatment; glass-filled grades show fiber read-through unless a high mold temperature or mineral filler is used.
How much does PA10T cost?
PA10T is a premium-cost polymer ($$$), cheaper than about 51% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
PA10T — frequently asked
What is PA10T used for?
PA10T is typically used for automotive thermal management parts, electrical connectors and LED housings. In short: bio-based high-heat nylon; 140 C service temperature; low moisture uptake.
What is the yield strength of PA10T?
PA10T has a typical yield strength of 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) and a tensile strength of 95 MPa (13.8 ksi) — stronger than 91% of polymer grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 11 listed tempers.
Is PA10T easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (60/100, better than 51% of polymer grades). Machines like a stiff nylon — sharp carbide/PCD tools, high speed and light feed; glass/carbon-filled grades are abrasive and dull HSS quickly.
Can PA10T be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated good (55/100). Joins well by ultrasonic, laser and vibration welding; hot-plate welding is awkward because of the ~316 °C melt point, and adhesive bonding needs surface activation.
What surface finishes work on PA10T?
Accepts laser marking, pad printing and paint after plasma/flame pretreatment; glass-filled grades show fiber read-through unless a high mold temperature or mineral filler is used.
Can PA10T be formed, bent or molded?
Dry to <0.05 % moisture (80–100 °C, 4–8 h), melt 315–345 °C with hot runners, mold 120–155 °C for crystallinity and surface; keep residence time short to avoid degradation.
What is the maximum service temperature of PA10T?
PA10T is rated for continuous use to about 140°C (284 °F), and briefly to 220°C. Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
How much does PA10T cost?
PA10T is a premium-cost polymer ($$$), cheaper than about 51% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Sources
- VESTAMID HTplus (PA10T) product and processing data — Evonik (2022)
- CAMPUS / UL Prospector polyphthalamide (PPA) datasets — CAMPUS Consortium (2023)
- Handbook of Polyamides / semi-aromatic polyamide property surveys — Hanser (2019)
- ISO 527, ISO 178, ISO 75, ISO 306, UL 94 — ISO / UL (2020)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison; hardness values on non-Brinell scales are converted approximately for charting only. Manufacturability limits are FabDigit quote-engine defaults and may be relaxed by engineering review. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.