Hydroxylate Short-Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes, OD 4-6 nm, length 0.5-2um, purity >98%Product Type: Multi-walled carbon nanotube material
Research-grade laboratory product
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Supplier: Atomfair
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
How does the 0.5-2 µm length and 4-6 nm outer diameter of Hydroxylate Short-Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes affect dispersion stability and electrical percolation in composite formulations?
The short length (0.5–2 µm) and small outer diameter (4–6 nm) improve dispersion in solvents and polymer matrices compared to longer nanotubes, but may require higher loading to achieve electrical percolation due to the reduced aspect ratio. The hydroxyl functional groups enhance compatibility with polar systems, and the >98% purity minimizes amorphous carbon that could interfere with properties. These specifications support matching to dispersion, composite, electrode, or conductivity workflows as stated in the product description.
What solvent systems are recommended for dispersing Hydroxylate Short-Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes, and are there compatibility issues with hydrophobic polymer matrices?
The hydroxyl functionalization improves dispersibility in polar solvents such as water, ethanol, and DMF, making the nanotubes suitable for aqueous or polar polymer composite formulations. For hydrophobic matrices, additional surface modification or surfactant-assisted dispersion may be needed to achieve uniform incorporation. The short length (0.5–2 µm) further aids dispersion, and the product is designed for matching to dispersion, composite, and conductivity research workflows.
What package sizes are available for Hydroxylate Short-Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes and what information is required to process a quotation?
The product is supplied as a research-grade powder, but specific package sizes are not listed in the description and must be confirmed during quotation. To request a quotation, you must include nanotube wall type, functionalization, diameter/length range, package size, and quantity. The product description explicitly states that these details are required for quotation support, and the technical sales team can be contacted for model selection and specification matching.
This hydroxylate-functionalized short multi-walled carbon nanotube product (OD 4-6 nm, length 0.5-2 µm, purity >98%) is evaluated for its suitability in dispersion, composite, electrode, and conductivity research workflows, where the specified dimensional range and functional group enable targeted surface chemistry but require careful handling to maintain stability.
Positive
- Hydroxyl functionalization for surface reactivity: The hydroxylate group provides reactive sites for covalent functionalization or dispersion in polar solvents, enabling tailored integration into composite or electrode formulations without requiring additional surface modification steps.
- Short length for enhanced processability: The 0.5-2 µm length range reduces entanglement compared to longer MWCNTs, facilitating more uniform dispersion in polymer matrices or inks for thin-film and coating applications.
Trade-offs
- Moisture sensitivity of hydroxyl groups: The hydroxyl functionalization may absorb ambient moisture, potentially altering dispersion behavior or requiring dry storage and handling protocols to preserve surface chemistry integrity before use.
- Small diameter requires specialized dispersion: The 4-6 nm outer diameter increases van der Waals attraction, necessitating high-shear mixing or surfactant-assisted methods to achieve stable, agglomerate-free suspensions in laboratory workflows.
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