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AXF-5Q Graphite 

AXF-5Q graphite is our premier, maximum density, lower hardness graphite and is easily machined into high-quality finished components, and further processed for targeted applications such as in the biomedical field.

  • Average particle size of less than 5 microns provides high strength and resistance to damage
  • Tightly controlled isotropic grains provides predictable behavior
  • Fine surface finish creates parts with precision details
  • Optimal balance of machinability and hardness resists damage from use
  • High resistance to wear minimizes replacement needs
  • We can enhance this material with our post-processing options

Our graphite grades are available for order as  semi-finished rods, blocks, plates and fully finished parts.

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Applications

  • Mechanical heart valves
  • Orthopedic prosthetics
  • Cancer treatments

Specifications

Particle size 5 µm (200 µin)
Pore size 0.8 µm (32 µin)
Total porosity 20% volume
Open porosity 80% of total
Apparent density 1.78 g/cm3 (0.064 lb/in3)
Compressive strength 138 MPa (20,000 psi)
Flexural strength1 86 MPa (12,500 psi)
Tensile strength2 62 MPa (9,000 psi)
Shore hardness 74
Electrical resistivity 1470 µΩ-cm (580 µΩ-in)
Thermal conductivity 95 W/m-K (55 Btu-ft/hr/ft2°F)
Oxidation threshold3 450°C (840°F)

1Measured using four-point bend method. 2Estimated at 70% of flexural strength. 3Temperature that results in 1% wt. loss in 24 hours. Oxidation threshold increases by approximately 100°C if graphite is purified. Test sample size equals 0.5" x 0.5" x 1.0".

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