3DXTech WearX Wear-Resistant Nylon Low-Friction PA6 for Bushings, Gears & Sliding Wear Parts — USA-Made
Low-Friction PA6 for Bushings, Gears & Sliding Wear Parts — USA-Made
A USA-made PA6 copolymer engineered for parts that move, slide, and endure repeated contact. WearX delivers 3× the wear resistance of unfilled nylon along with a low coefficient of friction, a harder surface, and improved dimensional stability — ideal for net-shape bushings, gears, guides, and wear parts previously machined from filled-nylon stock. Full specifications →
Made in the USA — ships from Rev1. Need larger reels, a different diameter, or bulk pricing? Call (248) 707-2950.
USA-made wear-resistant nylon, with a real datasheet behind it.
3DXTech compounds WearX PA6 in Grand Rapids, Michigan at its 68,000 sq ft facility, with published mechanical, thermal, and tribological data — no mystery filament. Rev1 Technologies is your authorized 3DXTech reseller and US support partner, Auburn Hills, Michigan.
Nylon that keeps running where standard nylon wears out.
WearX is a PA6 copolymer that 3DXTech modified specifically for enhanced wear resistance — a 3× improvement over unfilled nylon. When friction is present, ordinary nylon is not enough: it abrades, loses tolerance, and fails. WearX answers with a harder surface, a low coefficient of friction, and improved dimensional stability, letting you 3D-print net-shape or near-net-shape tribological parts that were previously machined from stock shapes such as MoS2-filled cast nylons. It prints with a clean matte finish and behaves like a well-mannered nylon on the plate — no exotic hotend, no abrasive filler.
Print the bushing, the guide, the pivot — not a blank to machine.
A harder, low-friction surface straight off the print bed.
WearX was formulated for enhanced wear resistance under dry conditions, delivering triple the wear life of unmodified PA6 in sliding and rotational contact. That means functional bushings, guides, pivots, and wear pads can be printed to net shape instead of subtractively machined from filled-nylon stock. The result is a dimensionally stable part with a matte, low-friction working surface — and for elevated temperatures or high pressure-velocity (PV) service, adding an external lubricant extends wear life even further.
Low friction, high wear life, dimensional stability.
WearX is built for tribological, engineering-grade applications where sliding and rotational wear matter most. Numbers below are from the published property data (ISO-tested).
Three times the wear resistance of unfilled PA6 (ISO 7148-2) in sliding and rotational contact.
A low coefficient of friction (ISO 7148-2) for smooth-running bushings, guides, and slides.
Strong at break (ISO 527) with 18% elongation — tough enough for load-bearing wear parts.
Rigid in bending (ISO 178) with a 2215 MPa flexural modulus — holds its shape under load.
Deflection temperature keeps parts stable in warm service; rated for continuous use to 120°C.
A harder surface and improved dimensional stability with a clean matte appearance.
Prints like a well-behaved nylon — no exotic hardware.
These are 3DXTech's recommended print settings. WearX is an unfilled wear-modified copolymer, so a standard hotend and nozzle are fine — just dry it first, because nylon is hygroscopic.
Prints on a standard high-quality hotend at normal nylon temperatures — no high-temp upgrade needed.
A heated bed with a nylon-friendly adhesive for a flat, well-anchored first layer.
A heated or enclosed chamber is recommended to minimize warping on larger nylon parts.
Runs through a standard 0.2 mm or larger nozzle — no hardened nozzle required (no abrasive fillers).
Print 0.15 mm layers or thicker for strong, consistent wear surfaces and reliable flow.
Nylon absorbs moisture — dry the filament, keep it dry, and run with the cooling fan off.
Built for parts that slide, roll, and take repeated contact.
Because it is wear-resistant, low-friction, and dimensionally stable, WearX is a go-to for tribological components that actually go into service. It shines anywhere a moving surface meets another surface — and it lets you print net-shape parts that used to be machined from expensive filled-nylon stock.
Matte black — a working finish for working parts.
WearX ships in a single, purpose-built color: a deep matte black that suits functional, in-service wear parts and hides the sheen that friction surfaces don't need. It is available in 1.75 mm on a 500 g reel; choose it in the buy-box, or ask us about larger reels, alternate diameters, and bulk or standing-order pricing.
Wear-resistant nylon vs. unfilled nylon vs. machined filled-nylon stock.
Approximate positioning for tribological parts — confirm exact figures against the technical data sheet.
3DXTech's published property chart.
The quick-reference numbers, straight from the manufacturer.
3DXTech publishes a property chart for WearX PA6. For the complete mechanical, thermal, and tribological data with test methods, request the full technical data sheet in the resources below.
| WearX PA6 | Unfilled Nylon (PA6) | Machined Filled Nylon | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wear resistance | 3× unfilled PA6 | Baseline | High |
| Sliding friction | Low (0.35–0.55) | Higher | Low |
| Surface hardness | Harder | Standard | Hard |
| Production | Printed net-shape | Printed | Machined from stock |
| Complex geometry | Yes (printed) | Yes | Limited (subtractive) |
| Lead time & cost | Low — print on demand | Low | High — stock + machining |
| Best for | Printed bushings, gears, guides, wear parts | General-purpose nylon parts | Legacy machined bushings |
Qualitative comparison for tribological parts; confirm exact properties against the TDS. Prices vary by reel size, quantity, and date.
3DXTech WearX PA6 Technical Data
Check the reel fits your printer.
Standard spool dimensions — confirm it fits your AMS or dry box.
3DXTech ships WearX on consistent, standard reels.
Before you buy, check the outer diameter, width, and center bore against your printer's spool holder, automated material system, or drybox. Open the full 3DXTech reel infographic for the exact dimensions of the 500 g spool.
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Datasheet & Print Support
Everything you need to qualify and print WearX PA6.
WHY REV1 TECH
Authorized 3DXTech Reseller. Engineering-Materials Specialists.
Rev1 Technologies is an authorized 3DXTech reseller in Auburn Hills, MI, supplying genuine USA-made engineering filament with real print support.
We help you pick the right engineering polymer, dial in the profile, and keep production running.
FAQ
3DXTech WearX PA6 — Common Questions
What makes WearX different from regular nylon?
WearX is a PA6 copolymer that 3DXTech modified specifically for wear resistance — about 3× the wear life of unfilled nylon in sliding and rotational contact, plus a harder surface, lower friction, and improved dimensional stability. Standard nylon abrades and loses tolerance where WearX keeps running.
Do I need a special printer or nozzle?
No. WearX is an unfilled, wear-modified copolymer, so it prints on a standard high-quality hotend at 260–275°C through a normal 0.2 mm or larger nozzle — no high-temp hotend and no hardened nozzle required. A heated chamber is recommended to reduce warping on larger parts.
Do I have to dry it?
Yes. Like all nylon, WearX is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture from the air. Dry the filament at 90°C for 4–6 hours before printing and keep it in a dry box for the best surface finish and strength. Print with the cooling fan off.
What is WearX best used for?
Tribological, moving-contact parts: bushings, plain bearings, gears, cams, rollers, guides, slides, wear pads, and liners. It's ideal for printing net-shape parts that were previously machined from filled-nylon stock such as MoS2-filled cast nylons.
How hot can WearX parts run?
The material has a 143°C heat deflection temperature and is rated for continuous operating temperatures up to 120°C. Wear resistance gradually diminishes as in-use temperatures rise, so this formulation is limited to about 120°C in service.
Can I improve wear life further?
Yes. WearX is formulated for enhanced wear under dry conditions, but adding an external lubricant extends wear life — especially at elevated temperatures and under increased loading and/or speeds (high pressure-velocity values).
What sizes and colors are available?
WearX comes in matte black, 1.75 mm diameter, on a 500 g reel. Need a larger reel, a different diameter, or bulk pricing? Call (248) 707-2950 and we'll sort it out.
Is it made in the USA?
Yes — 3DXTech manufactures WearX PA6 at its 68,000 sq ft facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with published data and lot traceability.
How does WearX compare to machined Nylatron?
WearX targets the same tribological jobs as MoS2-filled cast nylons like Nylatron GS — low friction and good wear life — but you print parts to net shape on demand instead of buying stock and machining it. That means complex geometries, faster turnaround, and less waste for bushings, guides, and wear parts.