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For a well-known reason – the worldwide pandemic, vinyl, latex, and nitrile gloves have become one of the most popular protective equipment since 2020 (Google Trends Data). But, as life returns to normal, the fevers of those gloves slowly subsided. Nowadays, inquiries into a new kind of gloves have begun to grow, which is TPE gloves.
What are TPE Gloves Made Of?
TPE gloves are made of thermoplastic elastomer, a class of copolymers or a physical mix of polymers (usually a plastic and a rubber) that consist of materials with both thermoplastic and elastomeric properties.
TPE shows advantages typical of both rubbery materials and plastic materials. The benefit of using TPE is the ability to stretch to moderate elongations and return to its near-original shape creating a longer life and better physical range than other materials.
How TPE Gloves are Produced?
- Make the thermoplastic elastomer into TPE film blow molding
- Cut the TPE film into TPE gloves
What are the Characteristics TPE Gloves Offer?
TPE gloves are thinner and more durable than common CPE or PE gloves, and more smooth, soft, stretchy, and elasticized than PVC or vinyl gloves.
When to Use TPE Gloves?
TPE gloves are more durable and fit better than CPE gloves, meanwhile more stretchy than PVC or vinyl gloves. So, TPE gloves can be widely used in our daily life, food industry, and beauty industry, like food handling and preparation, hair salons, and home cleaning.
What are the Differences between PE(HDPE & LDPE), CPE, and TPE Gloves?
Disposable gloves include CPE, TPE, vinyl, latex, and nitrile gloves. Latex and nitrile gloves are widely used in medical and industrial manufacturing, such as used in hospitals for medical or surgical procedures, biopharmaceutical manufacturing, and precision machining.
The so-called disposable plastic gloves usually include PE(HDPE & LDPE), CPE, and TPE gloves, which are much cheaper than latex and nitrile gloves. So, they can often be used in the food industry. These disposable gloves are latex-free, for those who are allergic to latex, PE/CPE/TPE gloves are the perfect alternative in many places.
By understanding the unique characteristics and applications of TPE gloves, consumers and businesses can make informed decisions about their protective equipment needs. For more information on TPE gloves or to purchase high-quality gloves, contact us today.
