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Let's have some discussion on Yuezheng's Bam " Cai " and pigment~. Coloring in your plastics can be a fun way to make stuff look bright and interesting. But did you know that plastic can be colored in different manners? Which are used in two ways one- with the help of masterbatch and second with the pigment. ll talk about the main differences of the two.
Masterbatch vs. Pigment: The Fundamentals
Masterbatch is a sort of cocktail of colors that just waits to be added to the plastic. It comes in small pellets that can be mixed into the plastic as you make things. Pigment, on the other hand, is the colour itself, in a powdered form. It must be blended with plastic before being used.
Selecting Masterbatch or Pigment
There are some things you need to bear in mind when deciding between plastic masterbatches and pigment for your plastic products. There are a couple of reasons masterbatch is easier to use: it’s already stirred and ready to use. It also provides more consistent colors and is better suited for making a larger amount of product. But powder can be less expensive for smaller quantities and gives you better control over just how strong the color is.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Masterbatch and Pigment
Masterbatch is excellent when producing a large number of items because this allows for uniform repeatable colors with an easy processability. But it can be more expensive than pigment, especially for small quantities. On the other hand, pigment allows you to control how strong the color is, and can be less expensive for small batches. But it may be more difficult to use and may not deliver colors as consistently.
Cost-Effectiveness
In terms of cost-effectiveness, it honestly just depends on how much you are going to be making. If you are producing a high volume of plastic pieces, colorant masterbatch is more likely to be cheaper; it is easier to use and produces consistent colors. But if you are only making a small amount, you might find that pigment is more economical because you can adjust the intensity of color better.
Masterbatch vs Pigment What is the Difference Between Pigment and Masterbatch?
Masterbatch color is like a ready made paste of color and is very convenient and also gives good result. It’s ideal for producing large quantities of products but usually costs more. Pigment, on the other hand, allows you to gauge how strong or weak a color it is and can be less expensive for smaller quantities. But it can be more difficult to work with and may not produce as predictable colors.
