Graphite

Graphite (CAS 7782-42-5) is a crystalline form of elemental carbon; a solid lubricant and conductive additive for heavy industry.

Where is Graphite used?

• Metalworking and mining: dry lubricant in die forging, wire drawing and drilling
• Plastics and polymer compounding: powder that improves wear resistance and reduces friction in engineering components
• Bushings, seals and bearing housings
• Refractory and foundry: crucibles, mold release agents and furnace linings
• Electrodes, battery anodes and antistatic coatings
• Natural flake and synthetic grades are the most commercially traded forms.

Good to know: Natural and synthetic grades perform in high-temperature and high-pressure environments; particle size and purity specifications vary by end-use.

Commercial specifications

• Natural and synthetic grades
• High-purity synthetic grades for energy storage