The difference between latex gloves and nitrile coated gloves!

1. Substantial difference

Latex gloves are also called rubber gloves. Latex is a natural material extracted from the sap of rubber trees. Natural latex is a biosynthetic product. Due to the different types of trees, geology, climate and other related conditions, their composition and structure usually vary greatly. In fresh latex without adding any substance, rubber hydrocarbons only account for 20% -40% of the total, and the remaining small amount is non-rubber components and water. Non-rubber ingredients include protein, lipid, sugar and inorganic ingredients. Some of them form a composite structure with rubber particles, while others dissolve in whey or form non-rubber particles.

Nitrile rubber is a kind of rubber, mainly synthesized from acrylonitrile and butadiene. It is a key material for organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediates.

2. Classification differences

Latex gloves are divided into ordinary powder type and powder-free purified type, as well as the non-slip properties of smooth surfaces and linen surfaces.

Nitrile coated gloves are divided into palm anti-skid surface and hand anti-skid surface.

3. Hypoallergenic

Latex gloves contain protein, which is prone to allergic reactions in people with allergies.

Nitrile coated gloves do not contain proteins, amino compounds and other harmful substances, and rarely cause allergies.

4. Degradability

Both latex gloves and nitrile coated gloves are degradable, easy to handle and environmentally friendly.

5. Puncture resistance

Compared with nitrile-coated gloves, latex gloves have slightly lower toughness and wear resistance.

Nitrile coated gloves are three to five times more resistant to puncture than latex. For dentists who need sharp tools, the use of durable nitrile-coated gloves can create a safer barrier when in contact with patients.

6. Elasticity

Latex gloves are soft and wear-resistant, and have better elasticity than nitrile coated gloves.

7. Let go

Since the nitrile-coated glove contains butadiene monomer, it can be turned into soft rubber, so that the wearer can get the best touch. In addition, the fit of the hand is due to its good thermal conductivity. This property provides excellent flexibility, which is especially important for medical professionals or those operating small parts or tools.

8. Price

Nitrile material has higher chemical and acid resistance than latex, so nitrile coated gloves are more expensive than latex products.

9. Color

Nitrile-based materials can be added with pigments, the color is more vivid. Can ease the tension of patients.

In addition, nitrile-coated gloves have the characteristics of no silicon, low surface chemical residues, low ion content and small particle content, so they have certain antistatic properties and are suitable for strict clean room environments.