Effect of untreated Cenosphere on Mechanical properties of Nylon-6

Abstract

Untreated CS-PA 6 composites were prepared with different loading (10, 20 and 30 % w/w) of CS (5-100 µm) by co-rotating twin screw extruder. Injection molded specimens were prepared to evaluate mechanical properties of developed composites. Mechanical properties like Flexural strength, Flexural modulus, Tensile strength, Impact strength, and Hardness and Abrasion resistance were evaluated for these composites. Addition of Cenosphere improves flexural modulus, flexural strength, and hardness and abrasion resistance besides reducing cost of the final product. As Cenospheres are generated from fly ash in thermal power plant, they are environment friendly, eco-friendly and help to preserve natural virgin filler. The results suggest application of Cenosphere filled Nylon-6 in light weight automotive parts instead of glass filled Nylon-6.
DOI: 10.17762/ijritcc2321-8169.150764