DuPont™ Zytel® is the trade name for high-performance polyamide (nylon) composites manufactured by DuPont. This material is known for its high strength, thermal resistance, and chemical stability, making it an ideal choice for demanding applications, including the firearms industry, airsoft, automotive manufacturing, and aerospace engineering. Premium PTS magazines made from DuPont Zytel can also be found in our e-shop.

Key Features of DuPont™ Zytel®:

• High strength and toughness: Combines the strength of plastic with flexibility, ensuring resistance to cracking and deformation.
• Chemical resistance: Does not dissolve in common solvents, oils, and fuels.
• Lightweight: Lower weight than metals while maintaining high mechanical durability.
• High-temperature resistance: Retains its properties even at temperatures above 100 °C.
• Reinforcement with glass fibers: Zytel® can be strengthened with glass fiber additives, further increasing its strength.

Applications of DuPont™ Zytel®:

• Firearms industry: Pistol frames, stocks, grips, and magazines (e.g., Glock, SIG Sauer, FN use Zytel® in polymer constructions).
• Airsoft: Durable stocks, magazines, and other airsoft gun accessories.
• Automotive industry: Engine structural components, covers, interior vehicle parts.
• Aerospace industry: Lightweight and strong components in aircraft interiors.
• Electronics: Connectors, wire insulation, highly durable plastic components.

Advantages of DuPont™ Zytel® over other materials:

• More durable than standard polymers: Offers better mechanical strength and longer lifespan compared to ABS plastics.
• Lighter than metal: Provides similar durability to aluminum but at a significantly lower weight.
• High shape stability: Does not deform even under long-term stress.
• Resistant to moisture and weather conditions: Ideal for outdoor use.

Disadvantages of DuPont™ Zytel®:

• Higher cost: More expensive to manufacture compared to standard plastics.
• Lower heat resistance than metals: Can deform under extremely high temperatures.
• More challenging machining: The hardness of the material makes modifications difficult with standard tools.

Use in airsoft:

• Frames of gas blowback pistols: Many airsoft GBB replica manufacturers (e.g., WE, KJ Works) use Zytel® for durable polymer frames.
• Stocks and handguards: Durable, lightweight, and resistant to weather conditions.
• Magazines: Thanks to its high strength and low weight, it is ideal for long-term use.

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