What is the difference between the hardness of color-changing pencils and ordinary pencils

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The difference between color-changing pencils and ordinary pencils in hardness is mainly reflected in their design and use, the following is a detailed analysis of the difference in hardness between the two:

Hardness of ordinary pencil:

1. Hardness level: The hardness of ordinary pencils is distinguished according to the content of graphite, usually represented by the letters “H” and “B”. The “H” stands for Hard, while the “B” stands for Black. For example, 4H means the refill is hard, while 4B means the refill is soft. HB stands for medium hardness.

2. Uses and characteristics:

– Hard pencil (such as 4H) : the texture is hard, the painting needs greater force, the line is thinner, the color is lighter, usually used to draw the outline and the detail line.

– Soft pencil (such as 4B) : the most soft lead, the line thickness is moderate, the color is very dark, and the best for drawing shadows.

– Medium hardness pencil (such as HB) : moderate hardness, drawing straight lines, filling, writing are very suitable, is the most commonly used pencil hardness.

Hardness of color-changing pencil:

1. The relationship between hardness and color: the hardness of color-changing pencils is usually more related to the characteristics of their color changes, rather than the graphite content in the traditional sense. Hard color-changing pencil leads may be more suitable for fine painting and detail processing, while soft ones may be more suitable for large areas of coloring and mixing.

2. Design and use: The design of color-changing pencils focuses on the characteristics of color change, rather than the traditional hardness level. Therefore, its hardness may not be as clearly classified and distinguished as ordinary pencils. However, in order to meet different painting needs, manufacturers will also provide different soft and hard color pencils for users to choose.

Sum up:

The hardness of ordinary pencils has a clear grade division, from hard to soft there are multiple options to meet different drawing and writing needs. The hardness of color-changing pencils is more related to the characteristics of their color changes, although there may be different soft and hard degrees for users to choose from, but its main design focus is on its unique color change effect. Therefore, when choosing a pencil, users should decide whether to choose an ordinary pencil or a color-changing pencil according to their needs and drawing style.

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