Graphite rod
- High temperature resistance
- Good electrical and thermal conductivity
- Chemically stable
- Wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant
- Easy to process
- Uniform heating
- Long service life
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Core Properties
Graphite rods can operate at temperatures between 1600℃ and 3000℃ in non-oxidative atmospheres and provide excellent thermal shock resistance.
With resistivity of 8–15 μΩ·m, graphite rods offer stable electrical conductivity for efficient energy transfer.
With thermal conductivity of 100–165 W/(m·K), graphite rods provide effective heat dissipation.
Graphite rods resist acids, alkalis, and organic solvents, ensuring reliable performance in harsh environments.
Their layered crystal structure provides a low friction coefficient (0.04–0.1) and excellent wear resistance.
Graphite rods can be easily cut, bored, milled, and shaped into customized components.
Material
Haoxing Graphite manufactures all types of graphite products
Heavy-Duty Graphite Rods with High Density
As a leading manufacturer, Haoxing specializes in producing premium rods suitable for various industries. Engineered to perform exceptionally under high temperatures, they are ideal for metallurgy, semiconductor production, and chemical processing. Whether you need standard or custom-machined variants, our products will satisfy all your requirements. Choosing the right supplier is crucial to ensuring your productivity. Made of high-purity graphite, our offerings boast excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as superior chemical and wear resistance. You can easily order standard models or specially designed stirring rods tailored to your needs.
Working Principle of Graphite Rods
The working principle of graphite rods relies on their unique layered carbon structure, formed by carbon atoms arranged in hexagonal layers. As a professional graphite rod manufacturer, we design our products based on these core mechanisms:
Structure of carbon layers
The stable bonds ensure structural integrity, while the mobility of the layers minimizes friction during operation.
Heat and energy conductivity
Free electrons within the structure facilitate the efficient transfer of both heat and electricity.
Stable work in high temperatures
The robust carbon structure allows reliable performance even under extreme heat.
Manufacturing Process
As a professional graphite rod manufacturer, we maintain strict control over our production process to ensure the highest quality.
Raw Material Selection
We begin with high-purity petroleum coke and coal tar pitch, which are carefully selected to meet our stringent quality standards for producing a superior graphite rod.
Mixing and Molding
The raw materials are mixed, crushed, and then molded into rod shapes using extrusion or vibration molding techniques.
Baking
The molded "green" rods are baked at high temperatures to carbonize the binder, giving the graphite rod its initial strength.
Graphitization
The baked rods are then subjected to extremely high temperatures (up to 3000℃) in a graphitization furnace. The result of this procedure is the conversion of amorphous carbon to graphite, thus improving the purity, conductivity, and heat resistance of the rod.
Precision Machining
The next step is the precise machining of the graphitized rods through CNC machines to meet the required dimensions and specifications for your graphite stirring rod.
Why Choose Hubei Haoxing Graphite Rods?
Collaboration with a trustworthy graphite rod supplier such as Hubei Haoxing will bring about several benefits:
Applications of Graphite Rods
Our graphite rods are versatile components used in various high-tech industries.
Metallurgy
Electrodes, heater elements, and graphite stirrers in metal melting.
Semiconductor Industry
Required in crystal growth furnaces and wafer processing because of their high purity.
Chemical Industry
Required in reactors and heat exchangers because of their resistance to corrosion.
EDM (Electric Discharge Machining)
Required as an electrode in the machining of hard metals.
Laboratory Apparatus
Graphite stirrer, heater elements, and support in crucibles.
Key Features
As a leading graphite rod manufacturer, we understand that one size does not fit all. We offer comprehensive customization services for our graphite rods.
Dimensions
We can produce graphite rods in a wide range of diameters and lengths.
Shapes
Beyond standard cylinders, we can machine graphite rods into complex shapes, including threaded rods, stepped rods, and custom profiles.
Grades
We offer different grades of graphite to optimize for conductivity, strength, or purity, ensuring you get the perfect graphite stirring rod or electrode for your needs.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material | High Purity Graphite |
| Density | 1.82 g/cm³ |
| Resistivity | 8 - 15 μΩ·m |
| Thermal Conductivity | 90 Kc/mh/℃ |
| Flexural Strength | ≥ 35 MPA |
| Compressive Strength | 100 MPA |
| Ash Content | 260 ppm |
| Max Working Temp | 3000℃ (in non-oxidizing atmosphere) |
| Customization | Available (Length, Width, Thickness, Shape) |
Note: Specifications are based on our Φ279 rod test report. Values may vary slightly depending on the specific grade and size of the graphite rod.
FAQ
Q1: Is it possible to produce customized graphite rods?
A: Yes, as a professional graphite rod manufacturer, customization is what we do best. Graphite rods can be produced in different sizes, including diameter, length, and shape, according to your drawings or samples.
Q2: What is the highest temperature of your graphite rods?
A: Our graphite rods with high purity can bear temperatures of up to 3000℃ in a non-oxidizing or inert environment. The highest temperature of the graphite rods in an oxidizing environment is relatively low due to oxidation.
Q3: What’s the difference between standard graphite rod and graphite stirring rods?
A: Graphite stirring rod are graphite rod for mixing/agitating substances, especially in molten metals/chemicals.
Q4: How do you ensure that the quality of your graphite rods is guaranteed?
A: We have a quality assurance process in place. Our graphite rods are always checked for their physical properties, such as density, resistivity, and flexural strength, before shipping in order to ensure good quality.
Q5: What are the advantages of using a graphite rod as opposed to a metal rod?
A: Graphite rods are superior to metal rods when it comes to high-temperature resistance, high chemical resistance, as well as low weight compared to most metals. Apart from that, they are good conductors of heat and electricity.
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Contact Info
- sales@haoxinggraphite.com
- +86 0719-3011636
- +86 13435442203
- 0719-3011636
Office Address
- Hubei Haoxing High Temperature Metarial Technology Co., Ltd
- Xicheng Industrial Park, Fang County, Shiyan City, Hubei Province
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