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Laboratory Open-Cell Copper Foam, 20 PPI, 100 × 100 × 20 mm, 1/5 pcs
Research-grade laboratory product
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LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT
For PPI selection, sheet-dimension confirmation, package support or application-specific configuration review, contact our technical sales team.
E-MAIL: inquiry@atomfair.com
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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This copper foam sheet requires a clean, dry storage environment to prevent contamination and moisture-related degradation. The open-cell structure is vulnerable to permanent deformation from heavy impact, crushing, and compressive forces during handling and installation.
- Storage Environment: Store the foam sheet in a clean, dry area with controlled humidity to avoid oxidation or contamination.
- Mechanical Protection: Protect the foam from heavy impact, crushing forces, and compressive loads that can collapse the open-cell pore structure.
- Contamination Control: Keep the foam surface free from dust, oils, and debris to maintain the open-pore network and through-pore rate.
Follow these steps to inspect, store, and process the copper foam sheet while preserving its structural integrity. Proper handling prevents pore collapse and contamination that could compromise performance.
- Inspect the received foam sheet
Inspect the package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure upon delivery before any handling or processing. - Store in a clean, dry environment
Store the copper foam sheet in a clean, dry area away from heavy impact and crushing hazards to preserve the open-cell structure. - Cut the foam sheet without crushing pores
Cut the foam using a sharp blade or die-cut method to minimize pore deformation and maintain the interconnected network.
What is the significance of the ≥98% through-pore rate in 20 PPI copper foam for electrode or filtration applications?
The ≥98% through-pore rate ensures nearly all pores are interconnected, maximizing internal surface area exposure for electrochemical reactions or fluid passage. This is critical for applications like nickel-zinc battery electrodes or catalyst supports where uniform flow and high active area are required. The 20 PPI (1.27 mm nominal pore pitch) combined with 50–80% porosity provides a balance between structural integrity and permeability.
Can the 100×100×20 mm copper foam sheet be cut or shaped for custom integration without compromising its open-cell structure?
Yes, the sheet can be cut, bonded, or installed, but care must be taken to avoid crushing or contaminating the open cellular surface. The interconnected pore network with ≥98% through-pore rate is maintained if cutting methods such as wire EDM, laser cutting, or precision sawing do not deform the pore walls. After cutting, inspect the visible pore structure before integration.
What storage conditions are recommended to prevent oxidation or degradation of the copper foam before use?
Store the sheets in a clean, dry area to minimize moisture exposure that could accelerate copper oxidation. Protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination. The copper framework supports thermal-transfer and electrical-conduction applications, but prolonged exposure to humid or corrosive environments may affect surface properties for electrode or catalyst applications.
This 20 PPI open-cell copper foam sheet (100×100×20 mm) provides an interconnected porous network with ≥98% through-pore rate and 50–80% porosity, supporting applications in electrode frameworks, catalyst supports, thermal management, and filtration. The copper framework enables thermal and electrical conduction, but the material requires careful handling and pre-order verification of pore geometry due to broad specification ranges.
Positive
- High through-pore rate and internal surface area: The ≥98% through-pore rate and 50–80% porosity provide a continuous open network with high internal surface exposure, suitable for electrode frameworks, catalyst supports, and thermal management applications.
- Copper framework for thermal and electrical conduction: The copper metal matrix supports thermal transfer and electrical conduction, making the foam useful for heat dissipation components and current-collection structures in batteries and capacitors.
Trade-offs
- Requires clean, dry storage and careful handling: The open cellular surface is susceptible to contamination and mechanical damage from heavy impact or crushing; storage in a clean, dry area is required to preserve structural integrity.
- Application-critical pore geometry must be verified before ordering: The stated porosity range (50–80%) and bulk density range (0.1–0.8 g/cm³) are broad; buyers must confirm that the actual pore geometry meets their specific integration requirements before purchase.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD excl. heavy equipment). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).
