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Graphite Nanoplatelet Materials (GNP)
High-surface-area nanometric graphite engineered for advanced composites, conductivity enhancement, and graphene precursor applications.
Graphite Nanoplatelets (GNP) are ultra-thin, high-aspect-ratio graphite particles produced from carefully selected, high-quality parent carbon materials. Engineered for performance and consistency, GNP materials offer ultra-high surface area, enhanced dispersion, and reliable commercial-scale availability for advanced industrial applications.
Graphite Nanoplatelets (GNP)
Graphite Nanoplatelets are nanometric graphite materials composed of multiple stacked graphene layers with significantly reduced thickness compared to conventional graphite powders. Through a proprietary processing approach, GNP particles are highly de-agglomerated, enabling improved incorporation into polymer matrices, coatings, lubricants, and composite systems.
The controlled exfoliation and processing of high-quality graphite feedstock result in materials that exhibit high surface area, strong conductivity, and excellent reinforcement characteristics. These nanostructured graphite products bridge the gap between conventional graphite powders and single-layer graphene materials.
Properties
Major GNP Properties
Graphite Nanoplatelets combine nanoscale morphology with the intrinsic properties of crystalline graphite.
- High surface area compared to conventional graphite
- Nanometric thickness with high aspect ratio
- High electrical conductivity and thermal conductivity
- Improved dispersion due to de-agglomeration
- Enhanced mechanical reinforcement in composites
- Infrared (IR) absorption capability
- Compatibility as a graphene precursor material
Applications
Graphite Nanoplatelet Applications
GNP materials are used in high-performance applications requiring conductivity, reinforcement, or advanced electromagnetic properties.
Plastic Additives
Enhances mechanical strength, stiffness, and durability in polymer and resin systems. Improves thermal and electrical conductivity while maintaining lightweight performance.
Coatings
Provides efficient conductive networks in paints, coatings, and specialty formulations.
Forging
Supports lubrication performance under extreme temperature and pressure conditions.
How It Works
Surface Area & De-Agglomeration
Asbury’s manufacturing process produces GNP particles that are significantly de-agglomerated compared to conventional graphite powders. This improves dispersion efficiency, reduces processing challenges, and enhances performance in composite and coating systems.
Nanostructured Morphology
Graphite Nanoplatelets consist of stacked graphene layers with nanometric thickness and lateral dimensions tailored for specific applications. This morphology provides a high aspect ratio and effective conductive pathway formation within formulations.
WHY ASBURY
Your Global Supply Partner of Graphite Nanoplatelets
Asbury Advanced Materials offers a range of graphite nanoplatelet products sourced from high-quality parent carbon materials and supported by technical expertise to optimize incorporation into advanced composite, coating, and nanomaterial systems.
Unlike many nanomaterials limited to laboratory quantities, Asbury GNP products are available in commercial-scale volumes suitable for industrial manufacturing and product development.
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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