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Laboratory Open-Cell Copper Foam, 20 PPI, 100 × 200 × 3 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.
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Store the copper foam sheets in a clean, dry environment to prevent contamination and moisture absorption. Protect the open cellular structure from heavy impact, crushing, and physical damage during handling and installation.
- Environmental Storage: Store the sheets in a clean, dry area to maintain the open cellular structure and prevent contamination.
- Mechanical Protection: Protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and physical deformation during handling and storage.
- Pre-Installation Inspection: Check the package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure before cutting, bonding, or installing the material.
This guide describes the recommended handling and storage procedures for open-cell copper foam sheets. Following these steps will preserve the open cellular structure and prevent damage during laboratory use.
Required Equipment:
- Inspect
Inspect the package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure upon delivery. - Store
Store the copper foam sheets in a clean, dry area away from moisture and contaminants. - Handle
Protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and physical deformation during all handling operations.
How does the 20 PPI pore density of this copper foam affect its suitability for electrode versus filtration applications?
The 20 PPI (nominal pore pitch 1.27 mm) provides a balance between surface area and flow resistance. For electrode frameworks, the high through-pore rate (≥98%) and porosity (50–80%) ensure electrolyte access, while for filtration, the pore size is fixed at this density. Selection should consider the required internal surface exposure versus pressure drop, as stated in the product's selection guidance.
Can this open-cell copper foam be directly integrated as a current collector in nickel-zinc battery electrodes?
Yes, the source lists nickel-zinc battery electrode structures as a relevant application. The copper framework supports electrical conduction, and the open-cell structure with ≥98% through-pore rate allows electrolyte penetration. However, confirm pore geometry and integration requirements before ordering, as noted in the selection guidance.
What are the critical handling and storage requirements to prevent damage to the 3 mm thick copper foam sheet?
Store in a clean, dry area and protect from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination to avoid collapsing the open cellular structure. After delivery, inspect package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure before cutting, bonding, or installing. The 3 mm thickness is relatively thin, so careful handling is essential.
This 20 PPI open-cell copper foam sheet (100×200×3 mm, ≥98% through-pore rate) is evaluated for electrode, catalyst, and thermal management applications, balanced by its mechanical sensitivity and inherent porosity variability.
Positive
- High through-pore rate (≥98%): The interconnected open-cell structure with a through-pore rate of at least 98% ensures nearly unrestricted fluid or gas flow, making it effective for filtration, electrode, and catalyst support applications where surface accessibility is critical.
- Predictable pore geometry for lab integration: With a nominal pore pitch of 1.27 mm at 20 PPI and sheet dimensions of 100×200×3 mm, this foam provides a standardized cellular architecture that simplifies electrode design, thermal modeling, and reproducibility in comparative studies.
Trade-offs
- Mechanical fragility requiring careful handling: The open-cell copper foam is susceptible to permanent deformation under heavy impact or crushing, as noted in the handling instructions. Laboratory users must protect the cellular surface from physical damage during storage, cutting, and installation.
- Porosity variation may affect reproducibility: The stated porosity range of 50–80% and bulk density of 0.1–0.8 g/cm³ indicate that individual sheets can vary in pore volume fraction. Researchers should characterize each sheet if consistent porosity is required for quantitative experiments.
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).
