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PA12 Nylon Tubing

PA12 Nylon Tubing

PA12 nylon tubing for pneumatic, hydraulic-oil and fuel lines. 14 models from 2.5 x 4 mm to 12 x 16 mm and 1/8″ to 1/2″, in 100 m or 200 m rolls.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

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.

Tubing extrusion and coiling line in the Hefei factory

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.

  1. IncomingCheck supplier documents, material identity, specification, quantity and packaging.
  2. In processDrawing and route-sheet revision checks, measurement-equipment status and inspection records.
  3. 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.

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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

PA6 nylon tubing →.

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.

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TECHNICAL DATA

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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Technical specifications
Media / application scope (supplied data sheet)Compressed air, mineral/hydraulic oil, diesel, petrol and antifreeze. Other industrial media require compatibility and service-condition validation.
DensityApprox. 1.01 g/cm³
Hardness65 ± 5 Shore D
Tensile stress at yieldDry: >48 MPa; conditioned: >38 MPa
Tensile modulusDry: approx. 1600-1700 MPa; conditioned: approx. 1100-1250 MPa
Water/moisture absorptionApprox. 0.3%-0.7%
Melting temperatureApprox. 180°C
Pneumatic operating temperature range-40°C to +120°C
Standard colors / packagingStandard 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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Size specifications at 23°C — pressure: bar (psi), source values
Model / nominal inch sizeID (mm)OD (mm)Standard roll length (m)Working pressure at 23°CBurst pressure at 23°CBend radius (mm)Size system / tolerance / construction
YN-PA12 04252.54.020029 bar (426 psi)64 bar (928 psi)20Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 06404.06.020027 bar (398 psi)83 bar (1209 psi)30Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 08505.08.010029 bar (426 psi)86 bar (1251 psi)30Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 08555.58.010019 bar (266 psi)57 bar (798 psi)45Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 08606.08.010017 bar (256 psi)49 bar (711 psi)50Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 10656.510.010024 bar (355 psi)83 bar (1209 psi)80Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 10808.010.010014 bar (213 psi)31 bar (455 psi)85Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 12808.012.010016 bar (241 psi)48 bar (696 psi)93Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 141010.014.010012 bar (174 psi)48 bar (696 psi)75Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PA12 161212.016.010014 bar (213 psi)39 bar (568 psi)95Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
1/8″1.583.17520020 bar (290 psi)80 bar (1160 psi)25Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
1/4″4.356.35020014 bar (203 psi)56 bar (812 psi)30Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
3/8″6.359.52510014 bar (203 psi)56 bar (812 psi)80Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
1/2″9.6012.7010010 bar (145 psi)40 bar (580 psi)125Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
QUESTIONS

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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