What is graphene?
Structure and composition: Graphene is a two-dimensional material formed by a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal grid. This structure gives graphene high strength and rigidity while at the same time being very flexible and can be bent and twisted.
Electronic properties: Graphene’s electronic properties of are very special, and it is one of the most conductive materials known. The speed of its electrons is extremely high, far exceeding that of traditional semiconductor materials such as silicon. This gives graphene great potential in electronics to make smaller, faster, and more efficient electronic devices.
Mechanical properties: Graphen's mechanical properties of are also excellent, and it is one of the strongest materials currently known. Due to its tight grid of carbon atoms, graphene is extremely strong and malleable and can withstand extreme external pressures and pulls. This gives graphene potential in the manufacture of high-performance mechanical and structural materials.
Thermal properties: The thermal properties of graphene are also very stable and can maintain its structure and function at high temperatures. This means graphene can be handled and processed at high temperatures without significant performance degradation.
Chemical properties: The chemical properties of graphene are relatively stable, but under the right conditions, it can also chemically react with other substances. This allows graphene to be chemically modified to change its properties and function, which has potential applications in fields.
Our Company produced single layer graphene powder with a very large surface area 500 ~ 1200m2/g.
single layer graphene
single layer graphene Purity: >99.3wt%
single layer graphene single layer ratio: 97%
single layer graphene Thickness: 0.55nm - 1.2nm
single layer graphene Diameter: 1μm - 12μm
single layer graphene Specific Surface Area: 500 - 1200m2/g
single layer graphene Color: Black
single layer graphene Conductivity: 1000-1500 S/M
single layer graphene The Product COA: C=99.6%, O<0.4%
Application of Graphene Powder:
Electronic devices: Graphene has high electron mobility and electrical conductivity, making it have a range of applications in the field of electronic devices. Graphene transistors can make smaller, more efficient electronic devices, such as high-speed transistors, field effect tubes, integrated circuits, etc. In addition, graphene can also be used to manufacture transparent electronic devices, such as transparent electrodes, solar cells, and so on.
Energy sector: Graphene also has a wide range of potential applications in the energy sector due to its electrical conductivity and mechanical properties. It can be used to make high-efficiency batteries and supercapacitors. Its high energy storage density, fast charging speed, and long life make graphene have great potential in mobile devices and electric vehicles. In addition, graphene can also be used to make new energy devices such as high-efficiency solar cells and fuel cells.
Biomedical field: Graphene also has a wide range of potential applications in the biomedical field due to its biocompatibility and non-toxicity. It can be used in drug delivery, biological imaging, cancer treatment, and other fields. For example, graphene can be used for drug delivery to precisely deliver drugs to diseased areas, thereby improving the therapeutic effectiveness of drugs and reducing side effects. In addition, graphene can also be used to manufacture biosensors, such as blood sugar sensors, blood pressure sensors, etc.
Materials field: Graphene also has a range of potential applications in the field of materials due to its mechanical, thermal, and chemical stability. It can manufacture high-performance composite materials, structural materials, and protective materials. For example, graphene can enhance the properties of metal matrix composites and plastic composites, thereby increasing their strength, toughness, and durability. In addition, graphene can also be used to make protective materials, such as body armor, armored vehicles, etc.
Environmental field: Graphene also has potential applications in the environmental field due to its adsorption capacity and chemical stability. It can be used in water, atmospheric, and other fields. For example, graphene can be used in water treatment to purify water bodies by adsorbing and degrading organic pollutants. In addition, graphene can also be used for atmospheric treatment by adsorption and decomposition of harmful substances in the air to purify the atmosphere.
Production Method of Graphene Powder:
Mechanical stripping method: Mechanical stripping is a relatively simple method that uses the van der Waals forces between graphene and the substrate to peel the graphene from the substrate. The step is to place the graphene raw material on the substrate, annealing it at high temperatures. The van der Waals force between the graphene and the substrate is weakened, and then the graphene is stripped from the substrate by mechanical action. However, this method is difficult for large-scale production, and the quality of graphene is unstable.
Chemical vapor deposition: It is a commonly used method of preparing graphene to deposit a gas containing a carbon source on the substrate under a catalyst. The specific step is to place the substrate in a gas containing a carbon source, and at high temperatures, carbon atoms react on the substrate to deposit graphene. This method can prepare high-quality graphene, but the process requires catalysts, and the reaction conditions are more violent and difficult to control.
REDOX method: REDOX method is a relatively novel method, which reacts natural graphite with strong acid to produce graphitic acid and then reduces graphitic acid to graphene under the action of reducing agents. The step is to react natural graphite with strong acid to produce graphitic acid solution and then add a reducing agent to reduce graphitic acid to graphene at a certain temperature and pressure. This method can produce graphene on a large scale, and the quality of graphene is high, but the preparation process requires the use of a large number of chemical reagents and energy, and the cost is high.
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Graphene Powder Properties |
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Other Names | Graphene nanopowder, 2D carbon, monolayer graphene, bilayer graphene, graphene nanosheets, graphene nanoribbons, graphene nanoplatelet |
CAS No. | 1034343-98-0 |
Compound Formula | C |
Molecular Weight | 12.01 |
Appearance | Black Powder |
Melting Point | 3652-3697℃ |
Boiling Point | 4200℃ |
Density | 2.267 g/cm3 |
Solubility in H2O | N/A |
Thermal Expansion | N/A |
Graphene Powder Health & Safety Information |
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Signal Word | N/A |
Hazard Statements | N/A |
Hazard Codes | N/A |
Risk Codes | N/A |
Safety Statements | N/A |
Transport Information | N/A |