

PA12 Nylon Tubing
Product overview
PA12 tubing is the nylon 12 tubing family in the AIR PASSAGE portfolio. Review its own model data rather than transferring a PA6 or PU specification to the same nominal size.
Key features
Virgin material
Extruded from selected virgin material; no recycled or reprocessed material is added (data sheet).
Low moisture absorption
Water and moisture absorption of approx. 0.3%–0.7% and good dimensional stability (data sheet).
Colors and marking
Milky white, dark blue, black and red; custom colors available. Brand logos, model identification and continuous meter markings can be customized.
Temperature range
-40°C to +120°C
Working pressure
10 bar (145 psi) – 29 bar (426 psi) at 23°C, depending on the model (data sheet). Burst pressure is not working pressure.
Sizes
10 listed models, outside diameter 4–16 mm. Inch sizes are listed where the data sheet gives them.

How the tubing is made and checked
Tubing is produced on extrusion and coiling lines and checked with dimensional, pressure-hold, burst-pressure and tensile equipment listed in the company inventory. Product requirements are reviewed against the drawing and order.
- IncomingCheck supplier documents, material identity, specification, quantity and packaging.
- In processDrawing and route-sheet revision checks, measurement-equipment status and inspection records.
- Finished tubingIdentity, surface and tube-end condition, dimensions, marking, cleanliness and packaging.
Supply terms
MOQ
Standard specifications: 500 m per specification. Custom specifications: from 3,000 m per specification.
Lead time
Standard product: 5–12 working days. Custom product: 10–20 working days. Lead time starts after the technical specification is confirmed and the agreed payment is received.
Samples
Standard specifications: 1–3 m. Sample fee and shipping are paid by the customer; the sample fee can be credited against the first bulk order within 6 months, shipping is not credited.
Final MOQ and lead time are confirmed by material, specification, color, packaging and order quantity.
Selection notes and conditions
Selection at a glance
- Product family: PA12 Nylon Tubing.
- Media / application scope in the supplied data sheet: Compressed air, mineral/hydraulic oil, diesel, petrol and antifreeze. Other industrial media require compatibility and service-condition validation.
- Dimensions: select ID, OD and the stated model values from the table below.
- Inquiry details: include model, dimensions, quantity, fittings and the intended operating conditions.
Confirm the complete specification
Identify PA12 explicitly in your drawing or inquiry, together with dimensions, fittings and service conditions. Ratings are set per model within each nylon family.
Pressure and temperature conditions
Pressure and temperature ratings are listed separately; send your operating point for a combined-condition check. Working pressure is the design rating; burst pressure is a test value. Confirm the model-specific limits, test conditions and complete fitting assembly before use.
Related selection information
Nylon 12 tubing: identify the exact model
PA12 nylon tubing inquiries should include material designation, model, ID, OD, required length and fitting information. Compare the selected PA6 model separately; ratings are set per model.
Specifications & available sizes
Specifications: TDS-PA12-2026-V5. Model designations and table values below follow the 2026 technical data sheet for this product.
Dimensions and pressure tables are specified at 23°C. Pressure values are in bar (psi) as stated in the data sheet. Working pressure is the design rating and burst pressure is a test value; pressure and temperature ratings are listed separately, so send your operating point for a combined-condition check.
Tolerance, metric/inch size system and, where applicable, layer construction are identified in each row. Physical properties are reference values from the data sheet; test methods and application-specific compliance are reviewed against your requirements.
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| Media / application scope (supplied data sheet) | Compressed air, mineral/hydraulic oil, diesel, petrol and antifreeze. Other industrial media require compatibility and service-condition validation. |
|---|---|
| Density | Approx. 1.01 g/cm³ |
| Hardness | 65 ± 5 Shore D |
| Tensile stress at yield | Dry: >48 MPa; conditioned: >38 MPa |
| Tensile modulus | Dry: approx. 1600-1700 MPa; conditioned: approx. 1100-1250 MPa |
| Water/moisture absorption | Approx. 0.3%-0.7% |
| Melting temperature | Approx. 180°C |
| Pneumatic operating temperature range | -40°C to +120°C |
| Standard colors / packaging | Standard colors: milky white, dark blue, black and red (custom colors available). Example of meter-marked printing: AIR PASSAGE PA12 8X5 001M. Customer brand logos, model identification and continuous meter markings can be customized. Packaging: stretch-film wrapping. |
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| Model / nominal inch size | ID (mm) | OD (mm) | Standard roll length (m) | Working pressure at 23°C | Burst pressure at 23°C | Bend radius (mm) | Size system / tolerance / construction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YN-PA12 0425 | 2.5 | 4.0 | 200 | 29 bar (426 psi) | 64 bar (928 psi) | 20 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 0640 | 4.0 | 6.0 | 200 | 27 bar (398 psi) | 83 bar (1209 psi) | 30 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 0850 | 5.0 | 8.0 | 100 | 29 bar (426 psi) | 86 bar (1251 psi) | 30 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 0855 | 5.5 | 8.0 | 100 | 19 bar (266 psi) | 57 bar (798 psi) | 45 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 0860 | 6.0 | 8.0 | 100 | 17 bar (256 psi) | 49 bar (711 psi) | 50 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 1065 | 6.5 | 10.0 | 100 | 24 bar (355 psi) | 83 bar (1209 psi) | 80 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 1080 | 8.0 | 10.0 | 100 | 14 bar (213 psi) | 31 bar (455 psi) | 85 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 1280 | 8.0 | 12.0 | 100 | 16 bar (241 psi) | 48 bar (696 psi) | 93 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 1410 | 10.0 | 14.0 | 100 | 12 bar (174 psi) | 48 bar (696 psi) | 75 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA12 1612 | 12.0 | 16.0 | 100 | 14 bar (213 psi) | 39 bar (568 psi) | 95 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| 1/8″ | 1.58 | 3.175 | 200 | 20 bar (290 psi) | 80 bar (1160 psi) | 25 | Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| 1/4″ | 4.35 | 6.350 | 200 | 14 bar (203 psi) | 56 bar (812 psi) | 30 | Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| 3/8″ | 6.35 | 9.525 | 100 | 14 bar (203 psi) | 56 bar (812 psi) | 80 | Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| 1/2″ | 9.60 | 12.70 | 100 | 10 bar (145 psi) | 40 bar (580 psi) | 125 | Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
Technical downloads
Application considerations

Tubing for Pneumatics & Industrial Automation
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Tubing for Automotive Components & Oil Transfer
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Tubing for Packaging & Production Machinery
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Tubing for High-Pressure & Equipment Lines
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Tubing for Agricultural Machinery & Sprayer Systems
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Tubing for Lubrication & Oil-Transfer Lines
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Product FAQ
What should a PA12 nylon tubing specification include?
Identify the nylon 12 material designation and model, tube ID and OD, tolerances, fittings and installation requirements. Request the applicable pressure and temperature conditions and any project-specific documents. Match each document to the ordered model rather than relying on the material name alone.
Is a PA12 product name sufficient for a vehicle project?
No. Specify the actual duty, drawing, interfaces and required standards. Each vehicle use is reviewed individually.
What should I compare between PA12 and PA6 options?
Compare each selected model against the same drawing, fitting, operating and acceptance requirements. Do not compare source pressure numbers without matching their conditions.
What are the specifications of PA12 nylon tubing?
The 14 listed models cover metric sizes from 2.5 x 4 mm to 12 x 16 mm and inch sizes from 1/8" to 1/2", supplied in 100 m or 200 m rolls with a tolerance of ±0.10 mm. Working pressure at 23°C runs from 10 to 29 bar (145 to 426 psi) depending on the model, and the supplied data sheet gives a pneumatic operating range of -40°C to +120°C. Standard colors are milky white, dark blue, black and red, with custom colors available. Check the exact model in the specifications table.
How does PA12 differ from PA6 in the supplied data sheets?
PA12 shows lower equilibrium moisture absorption (approx. 0.3%-0.7% versus approx. 2.5%-3.5% for PA6) and lower hardness (65 ± 5 versus 75 ± 5 Shore D). The pneumatic operating range is -40°C to +120°C for PA12 and -40°C to +130°C for PA6. Pressure ratings differ by model and size, so compare the exact models in the tables before substituting one for the other.
Is PA12 the same as nylon 12, and is it the same as PA11?
PA12 is the polyamide designation for nylon 12. PA11 (nylon 11) is a different polymer, and PA6 is different again. This page covers PA12 models only, so keep the designations separate when you compare dimensions, pressure ratings and fittings.
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