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PA6 Nylon Tubing
Product overview
PA6 nylon tubing is the nylon 6 tubing family in the AIR PASSAGE portfolio. Keep PA6 separate from PA12 and PA66 when comparing dimensions, operating limits and fitting requirements.
Key features
Virgin material
Extruded from selected 100% virgin material; no recycled or reprocessed material is added (data sheet).
Fixed industrial routing
Intended for industrial pneumatic connections and fixed equipment routing. Dynamic use is reviewed per application.
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 +130°C
Working pressure
10 bar (145 psi) – 41 bar (592 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: PA6 Nylon Tubing.
- Media / application scope in the supplied data sheet: Compressed air, lubricating oil, mineral oil, fuels and ethylene-glycol antifreeze.
- 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.
Review PA6 as its own candidate
Interchangeability with PA12 or PU is checked against the model data. Compare the exact model and confirm the complete connection under the intended operating conditions.
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 6 tubing: confirm the material designation
Specify PA6 or nylon 6 together with the model, ID and OD. Nylon 6/6 and nylon 66 are different designations and are not alternative names for this PA6 range. Use the polyurethane vs nylon tubing checklist to organize a model-specific comparison.
Specifications & available sizes
Specifications: TDS-PA6-2026-V4. 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, lubricating oil, mineral oil, fuels and ethylene-glycol antifreeze. |
|---|---|
| Density | Approx. 1.13 g/cm³ |
| Hardness | 75 ± 5 Shore D |
| Tensile stress at yield | Dry: >65 MPa; conditioned: >35 MPa |
| Tensile modulus | Dry: approx. 2500-3200 MPa; conditioned: approx. 800-1500 MPa |
| Melting temperature | Approx. 215°C |
| Equilibrium moisture absorption | Approx. 2.5%-3.5% |
| Pneumatic operating temperature range | -40°C to +130°C |
| Standard colors / packaging | Standard colors: milky white, dark blue, black and red (custom colors available). Example of meter-marked printing: AIR PASSAGE PA6 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-PA6 0425 | 2.5 | 4.0 | 200 | 41 bar (592 psi) | 122 bar (1777 psi) | 40 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 0640 | 4.0 | 6.0 | 200 | 35 bar (512 psi) | 105 bar (1536 psi) | 35 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 0850 | 5.0 | 8.0 | 100 | 28 bar (412 psi) | 85 bar (1237 psi) | 45 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 0855 | 5.5 | 8.0 | 100 | 28 bar (412 psi) | 85 bar (1237 psi) | 47 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 0860 | 6.0 | 8.0 | 100 | 23 bar (341 psi) | 70 bar (1024 psi) | 48 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 1065 | 6.5 | 10.0 | 100 | 31 bar (455 psi) | 94 bar (1365 psi) | 65 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 1080 | 8.0 | 10.0 | 100 | 18 bar (265 psi) | 54 bar (796 psi) | 80 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 1280 | 8.0 | 12.0 | 100 | 22 bar (331 psi) | 68 bar (995 psi) | 70 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 1410 | 10.0 | 14.0 | 100 | 25 bar (363 psi) | 77 bar (1123 psi) | 140 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| YN-PA6 1612 | 12.0 | 16.0 | 100 | 22 bar (327 psi) | 67 bar (981 psi) | 160 | Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| 1/8″ | 1.58 | 3.175 | 200 | 20 bar (290 psi) | 80 bar (1160 psi) | 32 | Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| 1/4″ | 4.35 | 6.35 | 200 | 14 bar (203 psi) | 56 bar (812 psi) | 65 | Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| 3/8″ | 6.35 | 9.525 | 100 | 14 bar (203 psi) | 56 bar (812 psi) | 100 | Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
| 1/2″ | 9.60 | 12.70 | 100 | 10 bar (145 psi) | 40 bar (580 psi) | 130 | Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm |
Technical downloads
Application considerations

Tubing for Pneumatics & Industrial Automation
Compare PU, PA6 and PA12 tubing for pneumatic and industrial automation equipment, including robot and tool connections. Prepare circuit, dimension and pressure details.

Tubing for Packaging & Production Machinery
Compare PU, PA6 and PA12 tubing for packaging and production machinery air lines. Prepare machine zone, circuit, OD × ID and contact requirements.

Tubing for High-Pressure & Equipment Lines
Review flexible high-pressure composite tubing for equipment lines, with PA6 and PA12 nylon as candidates where rated working pressure is confirmed. Prepare medium, pressure and fitting details.

Tubing for Agricultural Machinery & Sprayer Systems
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Tubing for Automotive Components & Oil Transfer
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Tubing for Lubrication & Oil-Transfer Lines
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Product FAQ
Which PA6 nylon tubing sizes should I match when replacing a nylon 6 tube?
Match the material designation, tube ID and OD, units, tolerance and fitting interface against the selected model. Include the routing and operating conditions. PA6 and PA12 are separate families; service performance is checked per model.
Can PA6 and PA12 tubing be substituted directly?
Treat them as distinct product families. Compare the selected models and confirm dimensional, installation and operating requirements before approving a substitution.
What installation information helps a PA6 review?
Share the route, connection points, available bend space, movement and service conditions, together with the required dimensions and any drawing.
What are the specifications of PA6 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 41 bar (145 to 592 psi) depending on the model, and the supplied data sheet gives a pneumatic operating range of -40°C to +130°C. Check the exact model in the specifications table.
Is PA6 the same as nylon 6/6 (PA66)?
No. PA6 is polyamide 6, while nylon 6/6 is polyamide 66, a different polymer. Keep the two designations separate when you compare dimensions, pressure ratings and fittings, and confirm the exact material on the model data before ordering.
What colors does PA6 nylon tubing come in?
The standard colors in the supplied data sheet are milky white, dark blue, black and red, and custom colors are available. Brand logos, model identification and continuous meter markings can be customized. Confirm color, marking and order quantity when you request a quote.
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