Activated Carbon & Carbon Nanotube Mixed

Technical Specifications:

1. Composition:
   • A mixture of Activated Carbon (AC) and Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs), typically optimized for specific ratios depending on the application.
2. Activated Carbon Properties:
   • Surface Area: 500–3000 m²/g (highly porous structure).
   • Pore Size: Includes micropores (<2 nm), mesopores (2–50 nm), and occasionally macropores (>50 nm).
   • Excellent adsorption capacity for gases, liquids, and ions.
3. Carbon Nanotube Properties:
   • Type: Single-walled (SWCNTs) or Multi-walled (MWCNTs).
   • Diameter: 1–50 nm (depending on type).
   • Length: 1–20 μm.
   • High electrical and thermal conductivity, tensile strength, and flexibility.
4. Blend Characteristics:
   • Combines the adsorption capability of activated carbon with the electrical/thermal conductivity and mechanical strength of CNTs.
   • Synergistic effects for energy storage, filtration, and composite applications.
5. Electrical Conductivity:
   • Enhanced conductivity compared to pure activated carbon due to CNT inclusion (10⁵–10⁷ S/m, depending on CNT type and concentration).
6. Thermal Conductivity:
   • Improved heat dissipation compared to standalone activated carbon, typically exceeding 200 W/m·K.
7. Density:
   • Varies based on mixing ratio, typically ranging from 0.5–1.5 g/cm³.
8. Functionalization:
   • Optional surface functionalization (-COOH, -OH) to improve compatibility with polymers, dispersibility, or adsorption properties.

Applications:

1. Energy Storage:
   • Electrodes for supercapacitors and batteries, combining high energy density (activated carbon) with excellent conductivity (CNTs).
2. Water and Air Filtration:
   • Advanced filters for removing impurities, organic contaminants, and heavy metals from water or air.
3. Catalyst Supports:
   • Large surface area and high conductivity for catalytic applications in chemical processes and fuel cells.
4. Composite Materials:
   • Reinforcement in polymers or ceramics for enhanced mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties.
5. Sensors:
   • Used in gas or liquid sensors for enhanced sensitivity and faster response times.
6. Thermal Management:
   • Heat dissipation materials for electronics or energy systems.
7. Biomedical Applications:
   • Adsorptive materials for drug delivery, separation techniques, or bio-compatible scaffolds.
8. Research and Development:
   • Ideal for exploring hybrid material behaviors in adsorption, catalysis, or energy storage.