Graphite Blocks and Rounds Application Review
Engineering & Design Materials
Graphite Blocks and Rounds Application Review
Graphite blocks are available in various sizes and grades. Graphite blocks are available up to and larger than 40" X 20" X 4". Graphite blocks are extruded or iso-molded. Grain size effects performance and is manufacturing process controlled.
Graphite blocks and rounds are used within the following products and applications:
- Batteries
- Electric Motor Brushes
- Alternator / Generator brushes
- Burner/Oxygen usage
- Metallurgy
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Aerospace
- Chemical
- Energy
- Nuclear
- Glass
Graphite Blocks
Courtesy ASP, Inc
Typical properties of Commercial Graphite Block and Rounds:
Property |
Value |
Coefficient Thermal Expansion | 1.19 - 8.22 x 10-6 C |
Modulus of Elasticity | 7-15 GPa |
Flexural Strength | 6.8-110 MPa |
Thermal Conductivity | 24.0 - 480.0 x 10-6 W/mK |
Specific Heat Capacity | 700 - 840 J/kg.K |
Resistivity - Electrical | 5.0 x 10-6 - 29.0 x 10-6 (Ohms-m) |
Grain - Typical Commercial | Course - Medium - Fine - Ultra Fine |
As always, Engineers Edge recommends consulting with graphite block suppliers for up to date specifications and application guidelines..