Brushes can be made to perform many functions, depending on the shape and construction of the brush. Below is information on brush bristles.
| Nylon | Polypro | Wire | Tampico | Horsehair | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max.Temp. | 190 F | 175 F | 1000 F | 375 F | 375 F |
| Wet Use | E | G | E | F | P |
| Abrasion | E | G | E | P | G |
| Recovery | E | G | G | P | F |
| Chemical Resistance | |||||
| Alkalis-del. | E | E | P | G | P |
| Acids-delute | F | E | P | G | P |
| Solvents | E | G | E | G | P |
| Veget. Oils | E | E | E | G | P |
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Nylon is a very popular brush bristle material due to the wide variety of bristle stiffnesses (diameters), durability, colors and bristle styles. |
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