Technical datasheet

Staramide® A40

Supplied byAscend Performance Materials- Last Updated on Oct 25, 2025

Staramide® A40 by Ascend Performance Materials is a water insoluble, odorless, high viscosity polyamide (PA) 66 grade. Offers strength, stiffness, shrinkage, dimensional stability and impact. It is suitable for processing by extrusion. Staramide® A40 by Ascend Performance Materials complies with ISO 9001, ISO/ TS 16949:2009, ISO 14001:2004 certification for environment, water regulatory certifications like WRAS, KTW, ACS and UL 94 HB flame rating.
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Staramide® A40 properties

Electrical properties

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Flammability properties

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Mechanical properties

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Physical properties

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Thermal properties

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Staramide® A40 Processing Guidelines

Extrusion Processing Guidelines

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