Synthetic Brush Filament: The Cost-effective Natural Bristle Replacement
The latest innovation from Yangzhou Jingju Brush, branded JD SMART A, is a synthetic filament developed specifically as an imitation of natural white bristles. JD SMART A has quickly gained popularity for its remarkable performance and cost efficiency compared to traditional natural bristles.
Comparative Performance Testing: JD SMART A vs Natural Bristle
To scientifically compare JD SMART A synthetic filament against natural bristle, a detailed comparative study was performed using identical materials and standardized procedures.
Step 1: Weight Density Test
Two identical carton rings (70mm diameter) were separately filled—one with natural white bristle (Product A) and the other with JD SMART A synthetic filament (Product B).
Product A: Natural White Bristle (83mm size) weighed 232.8 grams.
The diameter of the carton is 70mm.
Product B: JD SMART A Synthetic Filament (83mm size) weighed 201.1 grams.
The diameter of the carton is 70mm.
Initial Conclusion:
JD SMART A filament exhibits lower specific weight density, making it lighter than natural bristle, enabling more filaments per kilogram and reducing material costs.
Step 2: Ferrule Filling Test
Identical stainless steel ferrules and wooden inserts were selected and weighed. JD SMART A synthetic filaments and natural bristles were separately weighed and placed into the ferrules to evaluate the filling effect.
1. Choose the same size of stainless steel and the same size of wooden inserts
2. Weigh the ferrule separately
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16.9 grams |
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17.1 grams |
3. Choose enough JD SMART A (Product B) (Imitation Natural White Bristle) to fill the Stainless-Steel Ferrule and weighed them.
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66.9 grams |
4. Choose the same weight of Product A (Natural White Bristle) to fill the Stainless-Steel Ferrule to see the effects.
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49.9 grams |
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66.9 grams |
Step 3: Evaluate The Final Effect
Observation:
With the same weight of filament, JD SMART A provided a visibly fuller and more plump brush head compared to natural bristle. To achieve similar fullness, natural bristle required additional material, raising overall production costs
Key Advantages of JD SMART A Synthetic Filament:
Cost Efficiency:
Lighter density means more brushes can be filled per kilogram, directly reducing manufacturing costs.
Enhanced Fullness:
Achieves superior plumpness compared to natural bristle using equal or even lesser material.
Performance Parity:
Offers comparable or superior performance to natural bristles, making it an ideal alternative for professional-grade paintbrushes.
Yangzhou Jingju Brush Co Ltd encourages manufacturers and suppliers to personally experience the benefits of JD SMART A synthetic filament by providing free samples upon request.
Established in 2006, Yangzhou Jingju Brush Co Ltd is a trusted family-owned business from China, specializing in high-quality bristles and filaments. Over the past two decades, the company has become internationally recognized for its expertise in natural white, black, and grey boiled bristle, tapered filaments, makeup brush filaments, and PBT eyelash filaments.
