Here is the professional English translation of the BASF Ultramid T6000 technical document:

Key applications include high-voltage connectors, miniature circuit breakers (MCBs), and e-powertrain system components. For instance, the grade T6340G6, used in EV high-voltage connectors, ensures secure power transmission at elevated temperatures.

Developed as part of BASF's PPA portfolio following its acquisition of Solvay's polyamide business, T6000 utilizes tailored flame retardants and pigments to prevent electrochemical corrosion. Globally available in over 50 variants, it contributes to the development of lighter and more miniaturized E&E components.

BASF Ultramid T6000: The Optimal Engineering Plastic Bridging the Performance Gap Between PA66 and PPA  

BASF has developed Ultramid T6000 (PA66/6T) specifically for micro-sized electrical and electronic (E&E) components, delivering high flow efficiency, processing convenience, and long-lasting vivid coloring. This material bridges the performance gap between polyamide 66 (PA66) and polyphthalamide (PPA).  

Ultramid T6000 features exceptional UL-certified RTI and CTI values, superior flame retardancy, and is available as pre-colored compounds in black, gray, and durable orange (RAL 2003). This enhanced upstream-integrated PA66/6T material is now globally available.  

When PA66’s strength and stiffness fall short for E&E components, Ultramid T6000 provides tailored solutions. As a high-temperature polyamide, it exhibits superior mechanical and dielectric properties over PA66 under humid and high-temperature conditions. Its lower moisture absorption ensures dimensional stability, filling a gap in BASF’s Ultramid Advanced (PPA) portfolio. Processable at low mold temperatures similar to standard PA66, it offers excellent colorability (including durable orange, gray, and white shades). All flame-retardant grades use halogen-free flame retardants. Ultramid T6000 was developed following BASF’s acquisition of Solvay’s polyamide business in 2020.  

Key Applications  

Thanks to its outstanding flowability, Ultramid T6000 is ideal for manufacturing micro and complex E&E components such as:  

High-voltage connectors & miniature circuit breakers (MCBs)  

E-powertrain systems  

Consumer electronics parts  

Example: Grade Ultramid T6340G6 is used in EV high-voltage connectors, ensuring safe and reliable connections between:  

- Battery ↔ Inverter  

- Distribution unit ↔ Motor  

Even under high temperatures, it enables:  

Efficient & safe power transmission  

Reliable handling of high current surges (e.g., during rapid acceleration)  

Compact design with weight/cost optimization  

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Performance Validation (Ultramid T6340G6 UL Yellow Card Data)  

| Property                | Value                          | Significance                              

| Flame Retardancy    | UL 94 V-0 @ 0.4 mm             | Industry’s highest thin-wall FR rating     |  

| CTI                 | 600 V (IEC 60112)              | Enables miniaturization vs. standard PA66  |  

| Electrical RTI      | 150°C @ 0.4 mm                 | High-temperature operational reliability  |  

| GWFI                | 960°C @ 0.8 mm                 | Resistance to glowing-wire ignition       |  

Expert Insight  

Andreas Stockheim (PPA Business Development, BASF):  

"Ultramid T6000 bridges the E&E performance gap between PA66 and PPA. Tests confirm that mold temperatures of 90°C–110°C show negligible impact on mechanical properties or surface appearance. Manufacturers can thus reuse existing molds (even water-cooled) with lower energy consumption than PPA. We collaborate with customers to unlock its potential for innovative multi-color E&E components."  

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BASF’s Competitive Edge  

As a polyamide market leader, BASF is among the few suppliers offering long-term color-stable orange (RAL 2003) pre-colored PA66/6T compounds – critical for high-voltage safety markings. Custom pigments and halogen-free FR additives prevent electrochemical corrosion in humid/hot environments. Beyond standard colors (black/gray/orange/white), customers may use UL-certified masterbatches. For fuel cell components, non-FR grade Ultramid T6300HG7 (high purity) is available.  

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BASF’s PPA Portfolio  

Based on six polymers:  

1. Ultramid Advanced N (PA9T)  

2. Ultramid Advanced T1000 (PA6T/6I)  

3. Ultramid Advanced T2000 (PA6T/66)  

4. Ultramid T KR (PA6T/6)  

5. Ultramid T6000 (PA66/6T)  

6. Ultramid T7000 (PA/PPA)  

This portfolio delivers next-gen lightweight high-performance plastics for:  

Automotive | E&E Equipment |  Mechanical Engineering | Consumer Goods  

Global Offerings:  

- 50+ injection/compression molding grades (FR/non-FR)  

- Colors: Natural → Laser-markable black  

- Reinforcements: Short/long glass fibers, mineral fillers  

- Thermal stabilizer options  

- Ultrasim simulation tools for application development  

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Terminology Consistency:  

- PA66/6T: Maintained chemical notation  

- RTI/CTI/GWFI: Standardized test abbreviations  

- Halogen-free: Industry-compliant term  

- Pre-colored compounds: Technical phrasing for ready-to-use materials  

- E-powertrain: Standard automotive term  

- Miniaturization: Key technical benefit of high CTI