PA12 is versatile, slightly stiffer and often cheaper; PA11 is more flexible and more impact-resistant (higher elongation at break), making it a better fit for snap-fits, hinges and dynamic loads.
Netsheipas engineers · updated 2026-10-03 · 1 min read
| PA12 | PA11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 48 MPa | 52 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 15–20 % | 35–50 % |
| Tensile modulus | 1700–1800 MPa | 1800 MPa |
| Operating temperature | up to ~175 °C | up to ~185 °C |
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