Semi-Aromatic Polyamides
When Typical Nylons Are Not Enough 

Solvay offers two families of semi-aromatic polyamides that deliver significantly higher performance than typical nylons. They are generally compounded with additives such as glass, minerals and impact modifiers to achieve exacting results.
Amodel® polyphthalamide (PPA) is a high-temperature nylon that’s stronger, stiffer and less sensitive to moisture than typical nylons. It retains its excellent mechanical properties – including fatigue and creep resistance – over a broad temperature range in humid and chemically aggressive environments.

Ixef® polyarylamide (PARA) is specialty high-performance nylon for structural applications where aesthetics are an important consideration. Compounds typically contain 50-60% glass fiber reinforcement, making them remarkably strong and rigid. The smooth, resin-rich surface creates a high-gloss, glass-free surface suitable for painting, metallization or producing a naturally reflective shell.

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