Long Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes, OD 4-6 nm, length 10-20um, purity >98%Product Type: Multi-walled carbon nanotube material
Research-grade laboratory product
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
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How does the 10-20 µm length of these multi-walled carbon nanotubes affect their processability in composite manufacturing compared to shorter nanotubes?
The 10-20 µm length provides a high aspect ratio that enhances mechanical reinforcement and electrical percolation in polymer composites. However, longer nanotubes are more prone to entanglement and require higher shear forces for uniform dispersion, as the product is intended for composite and dispersion workflows. Balancing these trade-offs is critical for achieving optimal composite performance.
What functional group modifications are available for these multi-walled carbon nanotubes if the pristine form is not suitable for the intended solvent system?
The product description notes that hydroxylated, carboxylated, amino-modified, graphitized, doped, and coated grades can be matched to dispersion, electrode, composite, or conductivity workflows. If the pristine form (AF-MWCNT-M67-P350) does not disperse well in the target solvent, any of these functionalized options can be requested via quotation by specifying the wall type, functionalization, and dimensional range.
What infrastructure is required to handle these multi-walled carbon nanotubes in a laboratory setting given their nanoscale dimensions and high aspect ratio?
The product is a research-grade nanomaterial with outer diameter 4-6 nm and length 10-20 µm, which can generate respirable aerosols. Standard laboratory infrastructure includes a fume hood, HEPA-filtered vacuum, and appropriate PPE to avoid inhalation and contamination. The source emphasizes confirming package size and specification before quotation, indicating that careful handling and containment are essential.
This long multi-walled carbon nanotube material (OD 4-6 nm, length 10-20 µm, purity >98%) is evaluated for its suitability in dispersion, composite, electrode, and conductivity research workflows, with dimensional and purity specifications directly supporting model matching for laboratory procurement.
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- High aspect ratio for percolation: The combination of 4-6 nm outer diameter and 10-20 µm length provides a high aspect ratio (>1600), which enhances electrical percolation and mechanical reinforcement at low loading fractions in composite and electrode formulations.
- High purity for consistent results: Purity >98% minimizes catalytic metal residue and amorphous carbon content, reducing variability in surface chemistry and improving reproducibility in sensitive nanocarbon research workflows.
Trade-offs
- Dispersion challenges in solvents: Long multi-walled carbon nanotubes with high aspect ratio are prone to entanglement and require optimized sonication or surfactant-assisted dispersion protocols to achieve uniform suspension, increasing processing time and equipment demands.
- Handling precautions required: As a fine powder with high aspect ratio and potential respirability, this material requires handling in a fume hood or glovebox with appropriate PPE to avoid inhalation exposure, adding laboratory safety infrastructure requirements.
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