Natural Flake Graphite
Natural flake graphite is the most geologically common variety of natural graphite, known for its distinctive platy (flake-like) morphology, excellent lubricity, and high thermal stability.
Ammunition & Explosives
High-Performance Munitions Applications: MIL-Spec (MIL-DTL 155C)
Ammunition and explosive applications require materials that perform reliably under extreme conditions, including high pressure, rapid energy release, and elevated temperatures.
Asbury Advanced Materials supplies engineered carbon and graphite solutions designed to improve conductivity, lubrication and flow, controlled burn characteristics, enhanced process consistency, and effective static dissipation across a range of ammunition and explosive applications.
With deep expertise in material processing and purity control, Asbury provides graphite solutions that meet MIL-Spec (MIL-DTL 155C) and integrate seamlessly into sensitive formulations while maintaining strict performance requirements of the 4 specific MIL-DTL 155C grades.
Challenges
Common Challenges in Ammunition & Explosives Applications
Manufacturers of ammunition and energetic materials face several key challenges:
- Inconsistent material flow affecting processing and loading efficiency
- Static buildup and handling risks in powder-based systems
- Variability in burn rates impacting performance and reliability
- Friction and wear during manufacturing processes
- Material contamination that can affect stability and safety
- Maintaining uniformity across batches in tightly controlled formulations
Addressing these challenges requires materials that enhance both performance and process control without introducing variability.
Use Cases
Key Use Cases for Graphite in Ammunition & Explosives
Graphite and carbon materials play an important role in supporting energetic material systems:
Lubrication in Processing
The natural lubricity of graphite reduces friction, allowing it to be used as a slide lubricant in ammunition manufacturing to help components move reliably through high-speed production equipment.
Static Reduction
Graphite’s conductive properties help dissipate static electricity, improving safety in environments where electrostatic discharge must be carefully controlled. This is especially critical in gun powder applications, where graphite is used to reduce static buildup during handling and processing.
Surface Coating for Stability
Graphite can be used as a coating material to protect particles, improve stability, and enhance handling properties in energetic formulations.
Materials
Materials Used in Ammunition & Explosives Applications
Asbury’s portfolio supports the specialized needs of ammunition and explosive manufacturing:
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WHY ASBURY
Supporting Performance at Every Stage
At Asbury Advanced Materials, we work closely with manufacturers to understand the unique requirements of energetic material systems and provide graphite solutions that support both performance and safety.
From improving material handling and consistency to enabling controlled performance in demanding applications, our materials are engineered to deliver reliability where it matters most.
Decades of Materials Expertise
Deep experience across carbon, graphite, and specialty materials—supporting complex, real-world applications.
Technical & Manufacturing Depth
Knowledgeable teams who understand material behavior, processing requirements, and application constraints.
Consistency, Quality & Control
Reliable materials processed to meet demanding specifications, batch after batch.
Global Reach & Supply Reliability
A diversified sourcing and distribution network designed to support customers wherever they operate.
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