Technical Specification:
- Material Composition:
- Graphene Content: 2.0 wt%.
- Contains 2% graphene by weight in the dispersion.
- Purity: 99.5% graphene.
- High-purity graphene ensures minimal impurities, enhancing electrical and mechanical properties.
- Dispersion Medium: N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP).
- A high-boiling-point solvent that ensures excellent graphene dispersion and compatibility with advanced manufacturing processes.
- Graphene Content: 2.0 wt%.
- Physical Properties:
- Appearance: Black liquid.
- Graphene Flake Size: Typically <1 µm, consisting of single-layer or few-layer graphene sheets.
- Viscosity: Higher viscosity compared to lower concentration dispersions, suitable for various coating and film-forming methods.
- Density: Approximately 1.03 g/cm³, typical for NMP-based dispersions.
- Electrical and Thermal Properties:
- Electrical Conductivity:
- High, owing to the increased graphene content.
- Thermal Conductivity:
- Excellent, suitable for applications requiring efficient heat dissipation.
- Electrical Conductivity:
- Chemical Stability:
- Dispersion Stability:
- Uniformly dispersed graphene with minimal sedimentation under proper storage conditions.
- Dispersion Stability:
- Packaging:
- Supplied in sealed, solvent-resistant containers, with sizes ranging from 100 mL to 5 liters.
Applications:
- Primary Applications:
- Energy Storage:
- Improves performance of electrodes in lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells.
- Conductive Coatings:
- Creates highly uniform conductive films on various substrates.
- Advanced Composites:
- Enhances the mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties of polymers and resins.
- Energy Storage:
- Industries:
- Electronics:
- Applied in flexible circuits, transparent conductive films, and sensors.
- Automotive:
- Enhances lightweight conductive parts and advanced battery systems.
- Energy:
- Improves the performance of renewable energy storage systems and high-capacity batteries.
- Aerospace:
- Reinforces lightweight materials for structural and electronic components.
- Electronics:
- Advantages for Applications:
- High Graphene Content:
- 2 wt% dispersion provides enhanced conductivity and material reinforcement compared to lower concentrations.
- NMP Solvent Compatibility:
- Ensures good adhesion and uniform film formation in coatings and advanced manufacturing processes.
- Processing Flexibility:
- Suitable for spray, dip, spin-coating, and printing applications.
- Stable and Uniform:
- Maintains consistent graphene distribution for reliable results.
- High Graphene Content:
- Specialized Uses:
- Battery and Supercapacitor Development:
- Enhances charge transfer and energy density in advanced energy storage devices.
- Electromagnetic Shielding:
- Provides effective EMI shielding for electronics and enclosures.
- 3D Printing:
- Serves as a conductive ink for additive manufacturing of advanced devices.
- Nanotechnology:
- Facilitates the fabrication of graphene-based nanostructures for specialized applications.
- Battery and Supercapacitor Development:
- Challenges and Mitigation:
- Handling of NMP:
- NMP is a hazardous solvent that requires proper ventilation and protective measures.
- Solution: Use appropriate PPE and handle in a well-ventilated area.
- NMP is a hazardous solvent that requires proper ventilation and protective measures.
- Sedimentation:
- Graphene may settle during storage.
- Solution: Shake or ultrasonicate thoroughly before use.
- Graphene may settle during storage.
- Drying and Application:
- NMP’s slow evaporation rate can extend drying times.
- Solution: Optimize application conditions with controlled environments or heat-assisted drying.
- NMP’s slow evaporation rate can extend drying times.
- Handling of NMP:
Storage Guidelines:
- Temperature: Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place, away from heat sources and open flames as NMP is flammable.
- Container: Use tightly sealed, solvent-resistant containers to prevent evaporation and contamination.
- Agitation: Shake or stir thoroughly before use to ensure uniform dispersion.
Summary:
The Graphene NMP Dispersion with 99.5% purity and 2.0 wt% graphene content is a high-performance material ideal for energy storage, conductive coatings, and composite development. Its compatibility with NMP ensures excellent film-forming properties and stability, making it suitable for applications in electronics, automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy industries. Proper handling and storage ensure consistent quality and optimal performance.