The difference between large and small scale graphite

Flake graphite and small flake graphite are classifications of natural flake graphite according to scale size. They have some differences in physical properties, application fields and so on.

Physical property

Large scale graphite: usually refers to +50 mesh, +80 mesh, +100 mesh scale graphite. The scale of this graphite is large, the crystal is complete, the sheet is thin and the toughness is good, and the physical and chemical properties are excellent.

Small scale graphite (fine scale graphite) : refers to the scale graphite below the above mesh number. The scale of this graphite is smaller, and although it also has certain electrical and thermal conductivity, its toughness and other physical properties may not be as good as large scale graphite.

Application field

Due to different physical properties, large scale graphite and small scale graphite are also different in the field of application:

Large scale graphite: Due to its excellent physical properties, large scale graphite is often used in areas requiring high-performance materials, such as refractories, coatings, conductive materials, etc. In addition, large scale graphite is also widely used in lubricants, sealing materials and other fields.

Small scale graphite: Although the physical properties are not as good as large scale graphite, small scale graphite also has its unique application areas. For example, it can be used to produce graphite powder, graphite milk and other Products, widely used in chemical, metallurgy, electronics and other industries.

Value and character

Large scale graphite has a higher value than small scale graphite, mainly because it shows superior performance in many applications. Specifically, large flake graphite has the following properties:

High temperature resistance: large flake graphite can maintain stable physical and chemical properties in high temperature environment, suitable for high temperature working environment.

Electrical conductivity: large flake graphite has good electrical conductivity and is suitable for the production of various conductive materials and electronic components.

Lubricity: large flake graphite has excellent lubrication performance and is suitable for making various lubricants and sealing materials.

Corrosion resistance: large flake graphite has good corrosion resistance and is suitable for making various corrosion resistant materials and chemical equipment.

In summary, there are significant differences between large scale graphite and small scale graphite in terms of physical properties, application fields and value. Large scale graphite has higher value and wider application prospects because of its excellent physical properties and wide application fields.