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Nanopowders for Laboratory and Industry
At ChemPUR, you receive metallic, oxidic, and carbon-based nanopowders for laboratory, development, and demanding special applications.
Nanomaterials for Research & Technology
Nanopowders for Demanding Applications
Due to their extremely small particle size, nanoparticles possess special physicochemical properties. The increased surface area often makes them significantly more reactive than conventional powders. This creates new possibilities in catalysis, coating technology, analytics, and materials science. With decades of experience, we assist in selection.
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Which nanopowders does ChemPUR offer?
ChemPUR offers high-purity nanopowders for research, development, and industrial special applications – from classic metal oxides to modern graphene materials. Our nanomaterials are used wherever special surface properties, high reactivity, or specific electrical and thermal properties are required:
- For applications in ceramic development, sensor technology, or coating technology, we supply, among others, metal oxide nanopowders such as aluminum oxide, titanium oxide, cerium oxide, or zinc oxide.
- In electronics, battery technology, and materials development, metallic nanopowders made of silver, copper, nickel, tungsten, or gold are frequently used.
- Our range is complemented by technical high-performance materials such as boron carbide, boron nitride, silicon carbide, or titanium nitride for demanding applications in tribology, wear protection, or high-temperature technology.
- Furthermore, we offer graphene and graphite nanomaterials for modern research fields such as energy storage, conductive materials, or composite materials.
Many nanopowders are available in various particle sizes, purities, and partly also as coated or passivated variants. Together with our customers, we find suitable material solutions for individual research and development projects.
Does ChemPUR assist with material selection?
Yes. The selection of suitable nanomaterials often requires profound material-technical expertise, as properties such as purity, particle size, surface condition, or agglomeration behavior can have a decisive influence on the application.
Therefore, we support you not only as a supplier but also as a knowledgeable contact person in the selection of suitable nanopowders for research, development, and industrial applications. Together, we consider your individual requirements and help identify suitable materials for specific processes or research goals. Our support includes, among other things, the selection of appropriate materials, purity levels, and particle sizes, as well as coordination with planned application areas such as coatings, electronics, catalysis, analytics, or material development.
Especially for complex applications, you benefit from our many years of experience in fine chemistry and special materials. As a family-run company, we place particular emphasis on short communication channels, personal consultation, and close cooperation with research institutions, laboratories, and development departments. We also provide solution-oriented and practical project support for custom-made products or special material requirements.
Which industries use nanopowders?
Nanopowders are currently used in numerous scientific and industrial fields. They are particularly in high demand in research institutions, universities, laboratories, and in the development departments of technology-oriented companies. In materials science, nanomaterials are used for the development of new materials and functional materials. The electronics and semiconductor industry uses nanopowders, for example, for conductive layers, sensors, or special coatings. Nanomaterials also play an important role in battery research and energy technology.
Further application areas can be found in ceramic development, environmental technology, medical technology, thin-film technology, and surface coating. Carbides and nitrides are frequently used for high-temperature applications or wear-resistant materials. Graphene and carbon nanomaterials are used, among other things, in composite materials, energy storage, and modern electronic systems.
Furthermore, nanoparticles are used in specialized applications in chemistry, physics, analytics, and nanotechnology. Due to the versatile properties of modern nanomaterials, new research and application fields are continuously emerging. At ChemPUR, we supply customers from science and industry with high-purity nanopowders for demanding development and research projects.
Are international deliveries possible?
Yes. Thanks to our international network of dealers and suppliers, ChemPUR can provide nanopowders and special materials worldwide. We supply research institutions, laboratories, development departments, and industrial customers in numerous countries. Our international network enables the procurement and provision of a wide range of high-purity nanomaterials, even for special material requirements or rare materials. We place great importance on reliable and predictable supply for research and industry.
Many nanopowders are available for laboratory applications and partly on a kilogram scale. Together with our customers, we individually coordinate suitable delivery quantities and material requirements. Especially for sensitive research and development projects, supply security and reproducible material quality are crucial. ChemPUR therefore supports its customers with short communication channels, expert advice, and many years of experience in international trade with specialty chemicals and high-purity materials.
Delivery times may vary depending on the material, availability, and destination country. Our team will be happy to assist you with questions regarding availability, international shipping options, and individual project requirements.
For which applications are nanopowders suitable?
Nanopowders are currently used in numerous research and technology areas. Due to their very small particle size, nanomaterials possess special physical, chemical, and electrical properties that are often not achievable with classic powders.
Typical application areas include materials science, nanotechnology, electronics, semiconductor technology, thin-film technology, and catalysis. Nanopowders are also used in battery research, coating technologies, sensor technology, environmental technology, and medical technology. Metallic nanopowders are used, for example, for conductive pastes, functional materials, or additive manufacturing processes. Metal oxide nanopowders are suitable, among other things, for high-performance ceramics, optical applications, or special coatings. Carbides, nitrides, and sulfides are used particularly where high temperature resistance, wear protection, or special mechanical properties are required.
Graphene and carbon nanomaterials also play an important role in modern energy storage, conductive materials, and composite materials. ChemPUR supports research institutions, laboratories, and development departments in selecting suitable nanomaterials for individual applications and specifically implementing technical requirements.
What advantages do nanoparticles offer?
Due to their extremely small particle size, nanoparticles possess special physical and chemical properties that can differ significantly from larger particles of the same chemical composition. A key advantage lies in the significantly larger specific surface area. As a result, nanomaterials often show increased chemical reactivity and improved catalytic properties. At the same time, electrical, optical, thermal, or mechanical properties can be specifically influenced.
These special features open up numerous possibilities in research and development. Nanoparticles are used, among other things, to develop more powerful coatings, more efficient catalysts, conductive materials, or innovative functional materials. In areas such as energy storage, sensor technology, electronics, medical technology, or environmental technology, nanomaterials also enable new solutions and technical advancements.
Depending on the material and application, properties such as conductivity, hardness, temperature resistance, or surface functionality can be specifically adjusted. Therefore, the selection of suitable nanoparticles is often a decisive factor for successful development projects. ChemPUR offers a wide selection of high-purity nanopowders for various research and technology applications and supports customers in selecting suitable materials.
Are coated nanopowders available?
Yes. In addition to classic nanopowders, ChemPUR also offers various coated or passivated variants for special requirements regarding processing, stability, or surface functionality. Coatings can help improve the handling and storage stability of sensitive nanomaterials or specifically adjust certain material properties. The range includes, for example, nanopowders with organic coatings, silicon dioxide coatings, or passivated surfaces.
Available products include silver nanopowders with fatty acid coating, tungsten nanopowders with oleic acid coating, or titanium oxide nanopowders with SiO₂ coating. Additionally, various dispersions and functionalized nanomaterials are available. Coated nanopowders are often used when improved dispersibility, reduced reactivity, or optimized processing properties are required. Typical applications are found in coating systems, electronics, research on functional materials, or specialized material developments.
Depending on project requirements, we support you in selecting suitable materials and surface modifications. Individual solutions and special material requirements can also be coordinated together.