Why choose a TPE doll?
NPG is not a common material for making dolls. It refers to neopentyl glycol, an organic compound mainly used in the production of unsaturated resins, oil-free alkyd resins, polyurethane foam, and other chemical products. It is not suitable for making realistic dolls. However, TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) is one of the mainstream materials for solid in the market. The following is an introduction to why choose a TPE doll from multiple dimensions:
Basic characteristics of TPE dolls
Touch performance: The softness is close that of human fat, the rebound speed after squeezing is slow, and the fineness of the skin texture is moderate.
Physical properties: High density, good tensile strength better elongation at break, and temperature resistance range of -50℃-150℃.
Safety certification: Environmentally friendly, non-toxic, and, but some small manufacturers may use recycled materials for production, which poses certain safety hazards.
Advantages and disadvantages of TPE dolls
Advantages
Affordable price: It to the cost-effective choice for beginners. The price is mostly in the $700-$1000 range, and the full-body version can be purchased for $1000-$2000, which is in line with the general consumer level.
Lightweight: The weight is usually relatively light, making it easy to transport store, and suitable for people who rent and value portability.
High malleability: It supports customizing skeleton movements and can achieve a variety of poses.
Strong performance: It can withstand pulling and is quite tough. It is not easy to get damaged in daily use due to slight pulling.
Low repair cost: If there is skin damage it can be repaired with a special repair agent. The repair difficulty is low and the cost is not high.
Disadvantages
Easy to oxidize and oily: It show color difference after being exposed to the air for about 3 months, and the oiling phenomenon is obvious. It needs to be powdered weekly for maintenance, otherwise, it easy to adsorb dust.
Limited simulation: It cannot be painted, and the texture and detail display are poor, lacking a sense of reality visually. Also, the soft is consistent all over the body, unlike the different softness of different parts of the human body.
Easy to stain: The material molecules are active and have strong adsorption. cannot wear dark clothes. Once stained, it needs to be treated with a professional decolorizing cream, which increases the maintenance cost and difficulty.
Slight odor: There be a smell of glue or added fragrance, and some users who are sensitive to smell may find it difficult to accept.
Poor weather resistance: It is not resistant to high, and the aging resistance is not as good as silicone and other materials. It is easy to deform under long-term high-temperature conditions, and the service life is relatively short
Scenarios suitable for TPE dolls
Suitable for new players with limited budgets, short-term experience users, and people who value portability. Most store owners will a TPE body with a silicone head with hair implantation to balance cost and experience.
