TCI C2150 Carbon Nanotube Multi-walled, with a diameter of 10–20 nm and a length of 5–15 micrometers, is a nanocarbon material composed of concentrically rolled graphene sheets forming tube walls stacked one within another. It has become one of the principal materials in modern materials science research because it combines a large surface area, good electrical conductivity, and high mechanical strength at the nanometer scale. In the laboratory, multi-walled carbon nanotubes serve as reinforcing fillers, electrode materials, catalyst supports, and as subjects of study in advanced materials characterization research.
The characteristic that makes this variant a preferred choice is its comparatively slender geometry, with a diameter range of 10–20 nm and a length of 5–15 micrometers, which produces a high aspect ratio. A large aspect ratio helps a conductive percolation network form at low filler loadings, so researchers can raise the conductivity of a composite without substantially altering the mechanical properties of the matrix. The multi-walled structure also provides good mechanical durability and thermal stability, while the carbon surface can be functionalized to suit the intended application and dispersion medium.
In Indonesian laboratories, this material is typically used in university, institutional, and industrial research settings working on polymer composites, energy storage, catalysis, and advanced material characterization. It is generally handled in small quantities on an analytical balance, dispersed into a suitable medium before use, and evaluated with the characterization instrumentation available to the laboratory. Because it is supplied as a research-grade material from TCI, it is normally purchased for defined experimental programs rather than for routine bulk consumption.
- Conductive polymer composites — the high aspect ratio allows a percolating conductive network to form at low filler loading, limiting changes to the mechanical behavior of the host matrix.
- Electrode material development — good electrical conductivity combined with a large surface area makes the nanotubes suitable for electrode formulations studied in energy storage and electrochemical research.
- Catalyst support studies — the tubular carbon surface offers a large area for anchoring active species and can be functionalized to suit the chemistry of the intended catalytic system.
- Mechanical reinforcement research — the multi-walled structure contributes high mechanical strength and durability at the nanometer scale when incorporated as a reinforcing filler in composite specimens.
- Advanced materials characterization — the defined diameter and length ranges make this variant a consistent reference object for microscopy, spectroscopy, and other structural characterization work.
| Brand | TCI |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 308068-56-6 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Materials Science > Nanocarbon Materials > Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) and CNT Dispersants |
| Pack sizes | available in the manufacturer's standard research pack sizes; please confirm the required size when ordering |
| Physical form | — |
| Storage | store in a tightly closed original container in a dry area, following the manufacturer's safety data sheet |
- Product name: TCI C2150 Carbon Nanotube Multi-walled, 10–20 nm (diameter), 5–15 μm (length)
Store the material in its tightly closed original container, kept dry and away from moisture, direct sunlight, and sources of ignition, in accordance with the manufacturer's safety data sheet. Because the product is a fine nanoscale carbon powder that disperses easily into the air, weighing and transfer should be carried out in a fume hood or another enclosure with adequate extraction. Use gloves, safety glasses, a laboratory coat, and appropriate respiratory protection when handling open containers. Avoid dry sweeping of any spilled material; collect it using methods that do not generate dust and dispose of it as laboratory waste according to institutional procedure. Return the container to its designated storage location immediately after use and keep it clearly labeled.
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