Ni Coated Multi-walled carbon nanotubes, OD 30-50 nm,, length <10umProduct 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®
This product requires careful selection of dimensional and coating specifications for compatibility with intended workflows. Proper matching is essential for dispersion, composite, film, electrode, and conductivity applications.
- Workflow Matching: Match the material form and dimensional specification to the intended dispersion, composite, film, electrode, or conductivity workflow.
- Specification Confirmation: Confirm nanotube wall type, outer diameter, length, purity, functional group, and package size before quotation.
How does the high nickel content (>60%) affect the electrical conductivity and catalytic performance of these multi-walled carbon nanotubes compared to pristine or lower-metal-content MWCNTs?
The high nickel content (>60%) provides enhanced magnetic properties and catalytic activity, but reduces the inherent carbon nanotube content to >38%, which may lower the intrinsic electrical conductivity of the CNT network. This trade-off is suitable for applications requiring magnetic response or catalytic functionality, such as in electromagnetic shielding or supported catalysts, where the nickel coating serves as an active component rather than solely relying on CNT conductivity.
Are Ni-coated multi-walled carbon nanotubes with OD 30-50 nm compatible with aqueous or organic solvent dispersion for composite fabrication?
Ni-coated MWCNTs with outer diameter 30-50 nm and length <10 μm can be dispersed in both aqueous and organic solvents, but the nickel coating may require additional surface treatment or surfactants to prevent aggregation due to magnetic interactions. The high nickel content (>60%) can lead to strong magnetic attraction between particles, making uniform dispersion challenging without appropriate sonication or functionalization.
What storage and handling precautions are required for Ni-coated multi-walled carbon nanotubes to prevent oxidation and nanoparticle inhalation?
Ni-coated MWCNTs should be stored in a sealed, dry container away from strong oxidizers to prevent degradation of the nickel coating. Due to the nanoscale dimensions and potential respiratory hazards, all handling should be performed in a fume hood or glovebox with appropriate PPE, including nitrile gloves and a N95 or higher respirator. The nickel content (>60%) also requires compliance with occupational exposure limits for nickel compounds.
Ni Coated Multi-walled carbon nanotubes (OD 30-50 nm, length <10 μm) with >60% Ni content and >38% CNTs provide a conductive, magnetic composite filler for electrode and EMI shielding applications, but require careful handling due to nickel toxicity and dispersion challenges from the high metal loading.
Positive
- High nickel content for magnetic/conductive composites: Ni content >60% enables use in magnetic field-responsive composites, EMI shielding, and catalytic electrode formulations where metallic conductivity and ferromagnetic properties are required.
- Controlled nanotube geometry for dispersion: Outer diameter 30-50 nm and length <10 μm provide a moderate aspect ratio that facilitates dispersion in polymer or solvent matrices compared to longer or thinner nanotubes.
Trade-offs
- Nickel toxicity requires handling precautions: The >60% nickel coating introduces potential cytotoxicity and environmental hazard; appropriate PPE, fume hood use, and waste disposal protocols are mandatory during laboratory handling.
- High metal loading may hinder dispersion stability: The dense nickel coating (>60% by mass) increases particle density and may cause rapid sedimentation in liquid suspensions, requiring optimized surfactant or sonication protocols for uniform dispersion.
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