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900407

Graphene nanoplatelets

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<2 μm particle size

Synonym(s):

GNPs, Graphene nanoplatelets-grade C-750

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About This Item

Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
12.01
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12141908
EC Number:
231-955-3
NACRES:
NA.23
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description

relative gravity: 2.0-2.25 g/cm3

Quality Level

form

powder

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surface area

750 m2/g

thickness

a few nm

particle size

<2 μm

bulk density

0.2‑0.4 g/cm3

greener alternative category

SMILES string

[C]

InChI

1S/C

InChI key

OKTJSMMVPCPJKN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

General description

Graphene nanoplatelets are unique nanoparticles consisting of short stacks of graphene sheets having a platelet shape.


The unique size and platelet morphology of graphene nanoplatelets makes these particles especially effective at providing barrier properties, while their pure graphitic composition makes them excellent electrical and thermal conductors. graphene nanoplatelets can improve mechanical properties such as stiffness, strength, and surface hardness of the matrix material.


Graphene nanoplatelets are compatible with almost all polymers, and can be an active ingredient in inks or coatings as well as an excellent additive to plastics of all types. The unique manufacturing processes are non-oxidizing, so material has a pristine graphitic surface of sp2 carbon molecules that makes it especially suitable for applications requiring high electrical or thermal conductivity.


Grade C particles typically consist of aggregates of sub-micron platelets that have a particle diameter of less than 2 microns and a typical particle thickness of a few nanometers, depending on the surface area. In general, grade C particles show very high surface area and macro-porosity. Grade C particles are available in different grades with average surface areas of 300, 500 and 750 m2/g.

Application

  • Ultracapacitor electrodes.
  • Anode materials for lithium-ion batteries.
  • Conductive additive for battery electrodes.
  • Electrically conductive inks.
  • Thermally conductive films and coatings.
  • Additive for lightweight composites.
  • Films or coatings for EMI shielding.
  • Substrate for chemical and biochemical sensors.
  • Barrier material for packaging.
  • Additive for super-strong concrete.
  • Additive for metal-matrix composites.

Features and Benefits

We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products that adhere to one of the four categories of Greener Alternatives. Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNPs) enhance lithium-ion battery performance by increasing reversible capacity and improving charge rates, while their high specific surface area supports efficient lithium ion transport. Click here for more information.

Other Notes

Graphene nanoplatelets have naturally occurring functional groups like ethers, carboxyls, or hydroxyls that can react with atmospheric humidity to form acids or other compounds. These functional groups are present on the edges of the particles and their wt% varies with particle size.

Surface area of 750 m2/g is an average surface area.


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Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

WGK 1

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable



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Articles

Advances in scalable synthesis and processing of two-dimensional materials


Thermally Conductive Graphene-Polymer Composites: Size, Percolation, and Synergy Effects.
Shtein, et al.
Chemistry of Materials, 27(6), 2100-2106 (2015)
Mechanical properties of graphene nanoplatelet/epoxy composites.
King JA, et al.
Journal of Composite Materials, 49(6), 659-668 (2015)
Performance dependence of thermosyphon on the functionalization approaches: An experimental study on thermo-physical properties of graphene nanoplatelet-based water nanofluids.
Amiri A, et al.
Energy Conversion and Management, 92, 322-330 (2015)



Global Trade Item Number

SKUGTIN
900407-250G04061833244982