Applications of EMS-Grivory Grilamid® L 20 HL black 9563 Nylon 12, Dry in Industrial Manufacturing

EMS-Grivory Grilamid® L 20 HL black 9563 Nylon 12, Dry, manufactured in-house with traceable polymerization and black masterbatch integration, delivers targeted performance in demanding sectors with precise standards. Below we present verified industrial applications, with focus on real-world downstream requirements, processings, and end usages.

1. Automotive Fuel Line and Fluid Handling Systems

Automotive OEMs and system suppliers use this material for extruding flexible fuel lines, vapor-return tubing, and hydraulic conduits requiring hydrocarbon resistance and dimensional stability. Our compound meets critical regulatory testing for permeation and compatibility, ensuring function in biodiesel and gasoline blends. Suppliers often utilize it in co-extrusion or monolayer constructions where anti-static properties and temperature resistance address evolving engine bay demands.

Industry compliance standards

• SAE J2260 (Non-metallic Fuel System Tubing)
• US EPA 40 CFR Part 1060 (Permeation Emission Standards)
• ISO 7628 (Road Vehicles – Fuels and Cooling Tubes)
• OEM-specific material approval (VW TL 52641, GM GMW14841, etc.)

Typical usage ratio

• Single-layer tubes: 100% resin for extrusion
• Multi-layer constructions: 60-80% in core/fuel-contact layer, with possible adhesive tie layers
• Fillers or impact modifiers are adjusted per vibration and chemical exposure needs

Downstream process integration

• Direct feed into high-speed extrusion with precision die controls
• Integrated with in-line quality testing for permeability and dimensional analysis
• Possible post-extrusion annealing for stress relief

Final product types

• Biodiesel fuel lines
• Vapor return hoses
• AdBlue/DEF fluid transport tubes
• Brake booster vacuum lines

2. Electrical and Electronic Wire & Cable Sheathing

Processors manufacturing cable jacketing for data transmission, EV charging, and sensors specify this black Nylon 12 for its UV stability, low dielectric constant, and flexibility over temperature cycles. The compounded grade enables continuous production runs in high-speed extrusion and excels in jacketing applications that demand abrasion resistance and flame-retardancy when paired with compliant additives.

Industry compliance standards

• UL 1581 (Reference Standard for Electrical Wires, Cables, and Flexible Cords)
• IEC 60332 (Flame Retardance of Cabled Material)
• RoHS 2011/65/EU & REACH (Heavy Metal & SVHC Content)
• EN 50290-2-27 (Polyamide Sheathing Compounds)

Typical usage ratio

• 100% of insulation/sheath layer for specialized high-flex wire
• 70–95% for co-blended jacketing with impact or flame retardant fillers
• Ratio varies based on desired flexibility and environmental exposure tolerance

Downstream process integration

• Single or twin-screw extrusion for cable jacketing
• Pre-drying to ensure minimum moisture for insulation properties
• Post-extrusion water-quench and laser marking integration

Final product types

• EV charging cables
• Outdoor telecom fiber-optic sheaths
• Railway control system cables
• Sensor wiring for engine compartments

3. Pneumatic and Hydraulic Tube Systems in Industrial Automation

Specialist manufacturers use the material for producing tubes and hoses supplying compressed air, vacuum, or lubricants in robotics and automated assembly lines. Our compound delivers kink-resistance, impact strength, and stable mechanical properties under repeat bending, which is critical for pneumatic actuator lines in automotive assembly, packaging, and material handling installations.

Industry compliance standards

• ISO 8030 (Thermoplastic Tubing for Pneumatic Fluid Power)
• DIN 74324 (Plastic Tubing for Vehicles – Pneumatic Controls)
• RoHS and WEEE Directives for electrical integration zones
• UL 94HB (Flame Resistance for Industrial Tubing)

Typical usage ratio

• 100% material for high-purity pneumatic tubes
• 80–90% with 10-20% plasticizers or anti-static agents for dynamic applications
• Ratio tuned according to required flexural modulus and system pressure

Downstream process integration

• Continuous extrusion with in-process cut-to-length automation
• Co-extrusion for multilayer tubes with colored ID layers for coding
• Hot stamping or laser marking for system identification

Final product types

• Pneumatic actuator hoses
• Robotic vacuum lines
• Automated lubrication system tubes
• Material handling conveyor air lines

4. Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) Filaments

Producers of high-performance industrial 3D printing consumables feed the nylon pellets into filament extrusion and compounding lines. The polymer’s low moisture absorption, chemical resistance, and black pigmentation enable repeatable performance in finished parts for prototyping, fixtures, and series end-use components, serving aerospace, machine building, and custom tooling markets.

Industry compliance standards

• ISO/ASTM 52900 (Additive Manufacturing – General Principles)
• EN ISO 178:2019 (Testing Flexural Properties of Thermoplastic Additive Materials)
• REACH Annex XVII (Limit on hazardous chemicals in filaments)
• OEM end-user mechanical property specifications

Typical usage ratio

• 100% pure resin for single-material filaments
• 70–95% with strengtheners such as glass/carbon fibers for structural filaments
• Adjustment according to layer adhesion and warpage control needs

Downstream process integration

• Pre-dried pellets processed in twin-screw extrusion for filament pullers
• Tight diameter and ovality control using digital laser micrometers
• Quality control protocols for color, tensile, and moisture content

Final product types

• Black industrial 3D printing filaments (1.75 mm/2.85 mm)
• End-use 3D printed jigs and fixtures
• Print-on-demand replacement machine components
• Customized rapid tooling inserts

5. Sports Equipment and Safety Component Injection Molding

We supply this material to manufacturers of precision-molded sports and safety gear subject to recurrent impact and outdoor exposure. The grade’s toughness, UV stability, and retained flexibility at low temperatures make it the preferred choice for dynamic molded parts such as ski binding elements, bicycle frame inserts, and protective joint guards in professional gear.

Industry compliance standards

• EN 1077 (Helmets for Alpine Skiers – Impact and Construction)
• ISO 4210-5 (Bicycle Safety – Frame Integrity)
• REACH and PAH content limitation for wearable parts
• NF S72-305 (Protective Equipment Materials – Mechanical Testing)

Typical usage ratio

• 100% nylon for high-impact applications
• 70–90% in blends with elastomeric impact modifiers or UV absorbers for outdoor gear
• Ratio tailored based on drop-test category and color stability requirements

Downstream process integration

• Injection molding with precision mold temperature and pressure controls
• Secondary operations such as vibration welding or insert moulding for multi-part assemblies
• Strict batch traceability for end-customer certification

Final product types

• Ski/snowboard binding bases
• Bicycle frame inserts and guards
• Protective wrist and knee pads
• Winter sports safety buckles and clips

6. Fluid Connector and Quick Coupling Manufacture for Industrial Use

Industrial fluid handling system suppliers rely on this raw material to mold and machine connectors, couplers, and valves for aggressive chemicals in chemical processing, instrumentation, and analytical lab set-ups. The grade supports repeated assembly/disassembly cycles, retains seal integrity, and defends against corrosion and permeation failure in process lines handling solvents and cleaning chemicals.

Industry compliance standards

• EN ISO 1179 (Connections for Hydraulic Fluid Power and General Use)
• DIN EN 14420 (Hose Fittings with Clamps for Industrial Purposes)
• FDA 21 CFR §177.1500 (Nylon Resin Use in Food Contact for Labware, when required)
• RoHS/REACH compliance for equipment in electrical or analytical environments

Typical usage ratio

• Pure resin for machined connectors and injection molded couplings
• Partial blends (60–90%) with structural reinforcements for load-bearing connector types
• Ratio adapted to specific coupling stress and chemical contact durations

Downstream process integration

• Injection molding of connector bodies, precision machining of sealing faces
• Ultrasonic welding, overmolding with elastomeric seals for quick-fit applications
• QC protocols to test dimensional tolerance and chemical compatibility

Final product types

• Chemical hose quick connectors
• Laboratory solvent couplings
• Analytical instrument adaptors
• Industrial pneumatic and hydraulic thread fittings