Graphene Nanoplatelet (GNP)
Purity: 99.9+% | Size: 3 nm (thickness) | Surface Area: 320 m²/g | Diameter: 1.5 μm
Description:
Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNPs) with an ultra-high purity of 99.9+% are advanced materials featuring a nanoscale thickness of 3 nm, a small lateral diameter of 1.5 μm, and a moderate surface area of 320 m²/g. These properties make GNPs suitable for applications demanding high thermal and electrical conductivity, mechanical reinforcement, and surface functionality for advanced composites and coatings.
Technical Properties
- Purity: 99.9+%, ensuring minimal contamination for high-performance applications
- Thickness (Size): 3 nm, providing nanoscale flexibility and exceptional conductivity
- Surface Area (S.A.): 320 m²/g, supporting interactions for energy storage, catalysis, and functional applications
- Diameter (Dia.): 1.5 μm, allowing uniform dispersion and compatibility in composites and polymers
- Thermal Conductivity: ~3000 W/mK, ideal for heat dissipation and thermal management applications
- Electrical Conductivity: High electron mobility for enhanced electrical performance
- Mechanical Strength: Tensile strength up to 130 GPa, suitable for structural reinforcement in composites
- Stability: Chemically inert and thermally stable under various environmental conditions
- Compatibility: Excellent dispersibility in resins, solvents, and polymeric systems
Applications
- Energy Storage and Conversion
- Enhances the performance of lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors by improving charge storage and cycling stability
- Applied in fuel cells to increase energy efficiency and longevity
- Thermal Management
- Incorporated into thermal interface materials (TIMs) to provide efficient heat dissipation in electronic devices
- Enhances thermal conductivity in adhesives, coatings, and industrial materials
- Polymer and Composite Reinforcement
- Improves mechanical properties such as tensile strength and elasticity in polymer composites
- Suitable for lightweight, durable materials in automotive, aerospace, and construction industries
- Electronics and Sensors
- Used in conductive films, printed electronics, and inks for high-performance electronic devices
- Ideal for sensitive and fast-response sensors for gases, chemicals, and biological detection
- Catalysis
- Acts as a catalyst or support material for chemical reactions, including hydrogen evolution and oxygen reduction
- Offers a large active surface for catalytic and electrochemical applications
- Coatings and Additives
- Enhances anti-corrosion, anti-static, and wear-resistant properties in industrial coatings
- Improves lubricity and performance in oils and greases for mechanical systems
- Biomedical Applications
- Explored for applications in drug delivery, biosensors, and tissue engineering due to its biocompatibility and functionalizable surface
Storage and Handling
- Storage Conditions: Store in a sealed, airtight container in a cool, dry, and dark environment to maintain stability and prevent contamination
- Safety Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, goggles, and a dust mask, to avoid inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact. Ensure proper ventilation during handling to prevent nanoparticle dispersion
