News - Knife handle encapsulation: an innovation to improve experience and safety

How much do you know about innovative materials for knife handles?

How much thought do you put into your knife handles? When you get right down to it, a knife consists of two different parts that are equally important. The blade has a sharp edge for cutting and slicing. But without the handle, the blade would be difficult to hold and use.

The cutting ability of a blade depends on a variety of factors, from the type of steel to the geometry to the grind. Similarly, the comfort and ease of use of a knife handle depends on the shape and material of the handle. Knife handle wrapping has become an increasingly popular design trend in today's knife market. This technology has emerged to provide a more comfortable, safe and durable user experience with better Hand And Power Tools Solutions.

As the demand for comfort and safety in tool use continues to increase, traditional tool handle materials such as wood and metal are no longer sufficient. Sustainable Overmolding Techniques for tool handles have emerged. By covering the handle surface with a layer of special overmolding materials, it not only improves the grip, but also increases friction, preventing the tool from accidentally slipping off in the process of use, and improving the safety of use.

In terms of commonly used materials, TPE Overmolding, TPR Overmolding and Silicone Overmolding are currently the most commonly used materials for overmolding tool handles. They have many advantages, such as some materials are easy to recycle, reduce costs, and production process waste and scrap can be directly returned to reuse, some materials are wear-resistant and scratch-resistant and so on. These Soft Overmolded Material also has a good soft touch and non-slip, good elasticity and tactility, through the formula can be adjusted to have a different hardness and physical properties, and PP, ABS, PA, PC and other hard rubber overmolded, good adhesion, aging resistance, chemical resistance, electrical insulation, UV resistance, weather resistance, acid and alkali resistance, resistance to low temperatures and other properties are also more excellent, the material Environmentally friendly and non-toxic materials. Of course, they also have some shortcomings, such as in the high-temperature environment may be precipitated out of the sticky, long-term use of tactile deterioration, etc., affecting the use of performance, and compared with some high-performance materials, its strength and rigidity is relatively low.

Si-TPV silicone-based thermoplastic elastomer material——Advanced TPU Grip Solutions

This is a new type of TPU Formulations for Enhanced Grip that gives knife handle designers a high degree of design freedom, including more color options, Soft Slip Coating Technology and visual appeal. The vermolded material can be injection molded or extruded, providing a long-lasting, skin-friendly feel without the need for secondary treatments, and without the risk of precipitation and sticking in the long term. Thanks to its elasticity, the handle can be used as a shock absorber and cushion to protect hands from injury when cutting hard objects. In addition, this material is characterized by excellent chemical resistance, corrosion resistance, hydrophobicity and dirt resistance, as well as good weathering, abrasion and scratch resistance, and is well adapted to the environment and has a suitable weight. It is ideal for soft touch overmoulding on handle grip.

Si-TPV silicone-based thermoplastic elastomer material has a wide range of applications. In daily life, all kinds of kitchen knives, scissors, hobby knives, etc. can be designed with this handle overmoulding material, whose long-lasting soft touch provides users with a comfortable grip and non-slip properties to reduce hand fatigue. Similarly, in the industrial field, Si-TPV silicone-based thermoplastic elastomer material can improve the comfort and safety of power tools and hand tools operated by workers, and reduce the risk of accidents caused by hand slippage. In addition, in the field of outdoor sports and gardening, Si-TPV silicone-based thermoplastic elastomer material's waterproof and anti-slippery performance allows the user to maintain a firm grip on the tool and use it even in wet or harsh environments.

In short, Si-TPV silicone-based thermoplastic elastomer material with its unique advantages, can make manufacturers of knives (tools) in various fields to get a wide range of applications and recognition, for the user to bring a more comfortable, safe experience, but also for the development of the knife (tool) industry has injected new vitality.

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Post time: Dec-20-2024