Technical Specifications
- Product Name: Conductive Carbon Black Nanopowder
- Chemical Composition: Amorphous Carbon (C)
- Particle Size
- Average Size: ~30 nm
- Particle Size Distribution: Uniformly distributed, verified via SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy)
- Surface Area
- Specific Surface Area (S.A.): 124 ± 20 m²/g (measured via BET analysis)
- Characteristics: High surface area enhances conductivity and interaction with surrounding materials.
- Morphology
- Shape: Irregular, porous structure with a tendency to form aggregates
- Structure: Amorphous carbon with some graphitic domains
- Physical and Chemical Properties
- Color: Black powder
- Density: ~1.8–2.1 g/cm³
- Electrical Conductivity: High conductivity due to the nano-scale particle size and structure
- Thermal Stability: Retains conductivity and structural integrity at high temperatures
- Chemical Stability: Resistant to most acids and alkalis
- Packaging and Storage
- Standard Packaging: Airtight and moisture-resistant containers to prevent contamination and agglomeration
- Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry environment; avoid exposure to moisture and strong oxidizers
- Shelf Life: Stable when stored properly, but prolonged exposure to moisture may affect conductivity
- Safety and Handling
- Hazards:
- Inhalation of carbon black dust may cause respiratory irritation.
- Fine powders can form explosive mixtures in air.
- Recommended Protective Measures:
- Use PPE (e.g., respirators, gloves, goggles).
- Ensure proper ventilation and avoid creating airborne dust.
- Hazards:
Applications
- Energy Storage
- Battery Cathodes and Anodes: Widely used in lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and lead-acid batteries as a conductive additive to improve charge transport and energy density.
- Supercapacitors: Enhances the performance of electrodes by increasing conductivity and surface area.
- Polymer and Composite Conductivity
- Conductive Polymers: Integrated into thermoplastics and thermosets to produce conductive and antistatic materials.
- Composites: Used in polymer composites to improve thermal and electrical conductivity.
- Coatings and Paints
- EMI Shielding Coatings: Effective in electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding applications.
- Antistatic Coatings: Used in industrial and consumer applications to dissipate static electricity.
- Protective Paints: Enhances durability, UV resistance, and electrical properties.
- Electronics
- Conductive Inks: Used in flexible and printed electronics for low-resistance conductive paths.
- Electrodes: Improves conductivity in various electrochemical applications, such as sensors and capacitors.
- Rubber and Tire Industry
- Tire Manufacturing: Carbon black nanomaterials are used as reinforcing agents to improve strength, durability, and wear resistance in tires.
- Conductive Rubber: Provides antistatic properties for industrial and automotive applications.
- Fuel Cells
- Electrocatalyst Support: Serves as a stable and conductive support material for catalysts in fuel cells, enhancing reaction rates and durability.
- Environmental Applications
- Adsorption and Filtration: High surface area makes it suitable for adsorbing organic pollutants and heavy metals in air and water purification systems.
- Catalytic Processes: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst support in environmental remediation.
- Research and Development
- Material Science: Extensively used in research to study nanoscale carbon materials and their applications.
- Prototype Development: Ideal for developing advanced materials in energy storage, sensors, and composites.
Key Features
- High Conductivity: Nano-scale particles with high surface area provide excellent electrical conductivity.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for batteries, composites, coatings, and environmental uses.
- Thermal Stability: Performs well in high-temperature and chemically challenging environments.