How to improve TPR shoe sole wear resistance

TPR (thermoplastic rubber) shoe soles have relatively good wear resistance.

The specific degree of wear resistance still needs to consider multiple factors:

Firstly, TPR material is popular for its strong anti-abrasion, which can withstand daily walking, running, and friction on different surfaces, making shoes more durable and extending their service life. This wear resistance makes TPR shoe soles an ideal choice for making sports shoes, slippers, and other shoes that require high wear resistance.

However, anti-abrasion is not absolute and is influenced by various factors. For example, the wear of TPR shoe soles may vary on different surfaces, and prolonged walking on surfaces with high wear may accelerate the wear of the shoe soles. In addition, the wear resistance of TPR shoe soles may also be affected by factors such as material quality, processing technology, and usage environment.

Compared to rubber soles, TPR shoe soles may have slightly lower anti-abrasion. The rubber sole is famous for its excellent anti-abrasion and anti-aging performance, which can withstand long-term wear and use. But rubber soles are relatively heavy, which may affect the comfort of the shoes, while TPR shoe soles are relatively light, providing a better wearing experience.

Silicone masterbatch can indeed improve the wear resistance of TPR shoe soles.

Silicone masterbatch is a functional masterbatch that uses various thermoplastic materials as carriers and organic polydimethylsiloxane as active ingredients. It has various excellent properties, including improved wear resistance.

Specifically, the application of silicone masterbatch wear-resistant agents in TPR shoe soles can bring the following benefits:

1.Improve wear resistance:

The polysiloxane component in silicone masterbatch has excellent lubricity and wear resistance. When added to TPR sole material, it can effectively enhance the wear resistance of the sole and extend the service life of the shoe.

2.Improve processing performance:

Silicone masterbatch can also improve the processing performance of TPR materials, such as increasing fluidity, reducing energy consumption in extrusion injection molding, etc., thereby making the production of shoe soles more efficient and energy-saving.

3.Enhance surface performance:

Silicone masterbatch can give TPR shoe soles a unique smooth feel and reduce surface friction coefficient, making the shoe sole more comfortable and durable during use.

In practical applications, the amount of silicone masterbatch added needs to be adjusted according to the specific formula and process. Generally speaking, a small amount of addition can achieve significant modification effects without much consideration of its reactivity with the matrix material.