Tai Hing Nylon Filament Products Co.,Ltd

Tai Hing Nylon Filament Products Co.,Ltd

Which Has Better Elasticity: PA6 or PA66 Brush Filament?

2026 04/11

PA6 and PA66 are the two most common nylon brush filament materials, with distinct elasticity characteristics.

 

Conclusion: PA6 offers better soft elasticity, while PA66 excels in fatigue-resistant rebound.

 

  • PA6 Filament

Features flexible molecular chains, high toughness and softness, with gentle bending recovery.

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Ideal for household brushes, cosmetic brushes and other light‑to‑medium duty applications requiring a mild touch.

 

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Cost-effective, but rigidity decreases significantly at high temperatures and may fatigue under long‑term heavy load.

 

PA66 Filament

 

High crystallinity and tight molecular structure provide outstanding rigidity, strength and wear resistance.

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Heat-resistant up to approximately 150°C, with crisp, powerful rebound.

 

Suitable for industrial brushes, road sweeping brushes, precision instrument brushes and other heavy‑duty, high‑temperature, high‑abrasion environments, with minimal deformation or flattening over time.

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Selection Guide:

Choose PA6 for soft elasticity and cost performance.

Choose PA66 for high durability and consistent, strong rebound.