Graphene GraphCore™ 1004

GraphCore™ GC1004 – Graphene Nanoplatelets for High-Performance Composites

THE GC1004 belongs to the family GraphCore™, Developed by Black Swan Graphene, this technology represents a generation of graphene nanoplatelets specifically formulated to facilitate industrial adoption in engineering materials.
Produced through a patented surfactant-assisted liquid exfoliation process, the GC1004 It uses selected graphite that undergoes dispersion in an aqueous medium with non-ionic surfactants (~3%), resulting in thin graphene sheets with high surface area and excellent chemical stability.
This method surpasses oxidation-based technologies (GO/rGO), maintaining the structural integrity of sp2 carbon and avoiding harmful oxidative residues.

Advanced technical features:

• Nanometer thickness and modal laterality of ~5 µm
• Reduction of structural defects (low ID/IG ratio in Raman)
• High surface area to volume ratio
• Compatible with thermoplastics, thermosets, and elastomers.
• Supplied with industrial batch control (standardized quality)

Production Process

THE GraphCore™ GC1004 It is produced by a standardized liquid exfoliation process according to ISO standards, using carefully selected high-purity graphite dispersed in an aqueous medium with non-ionic surface agents. This process engineering, based on precise chemical and energy control, guarantees graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) of consistent quality, available in different industrial formats, dispersion, powder or masterbatch, with excellent reproducibility and performance.

Industrial production flow of GraphCore™ GC1004 graphene nanoplatelets.

SEM image of the nanoplateletsGraphene GraphCore™ GC1004

Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) image, magnified 5000×, showing the typical morphology of graphene nanoplatelets with a laminar structure and partially exfoliated sheets. The topography reveals a high surface area and overlapping layers characteristic of GNPs.

Why choose GraphCore™ GC1004?

Superior versatility in formulations:

• • Compatible with polyolefin resins (PP, PE), polyamides (PA6, PA66), PET, TPU, epoxies, PU and technical elastomers.
  • Excellent redistributable properties: can be incorporated directly via extrusion or masterbatch.

Performance validated in the field:

• • Studies with industrial clients have shown an average increase of 20–25% in tensile and impact resistance weighing only 0.2% to 0.7%
  • In masterbatches, it even checked 55% improved mechanical properties high-density polyethylene (HDPE)

Multiphase functionality:

• • Improved thermal and electrical conductivity in composites.
  • Increased UV stability, flame retardancy, and chemical resistance.
  • Enhanced barrier properties (oxygen, water vapor)

Reliable production:

• • Produced on an industrial scale (capacity of up to 140 tons/year)
  • Tested by automotive OEMs and packaging industries.
  • Stable quality with expert technical support.

Technical Properties of GC1004

Typical applications of GraphCore™ GC1004

Thermoplastic composites

PP, PE, PET, PA, ABS, PBT, TPU

• • • Structural and semi-structural components.
    • Panels, covers, technical housings and components subjected to impact.

Key benefits

• • • Increased mechanical strength and stiffness under low load.
    • Potential for weight reduction (lightweightingmaintaining performance.
    • Improved thermal and dimensional stability.

Elastomers and technical rubbers

EPDM, NBR, PU, TPU for:

• • • reinforced hoses,
    • dynamic seals,
    • conveyor belts,
    • Anti-vibration systems.

Benefits

• • • Modulus reinforcement without excessive loss of elasticity.
    • Increased resistance to abrasion, bending fatigue, and tearing.
    • Possibility of reducing carbon black load while maintaining performance.

Functional Masterbatches

Base for GEM™ and other masterbatches with 5–10 % graphene.
Allows:

• • • Conductive formulations (ESD/antistatic),
    • High-rigidity structural grids,
    • Barrier grids for packaging.

Ideal for those who want to standardize the introduction of graphene into various polymers using a single reference GNP.

Paints, coatings and primers

• • • Anti-corrosion coatings and chemical barrier.
    • Primers for metal, concrete and composites.
    • High-durability industrial paints.

Benefits

• • • Increased corrosion resistance through the formation of a tortuous path.
    • Improved mechanical strength and film adhesion.
    • Potential for adjusting conductivity (electromagnetic shielding, ESD).

Electronics, energy and thermal management

• • • Encapsulations and housings with optimized heat dissipation.
    • Polymer composites for EMI/EMC shielding.
    • Antistatic and conductive plastic parts for production lines.

How can I use GC1004 in my process?

Incorporation strategies

Via masterbatch

• • • Create a concentrate (e.g., 10 % of GC1004 in PP, PE, PA, TPU).
    • Use the masterbatch in dosages of 2–10 %, resulting in 0.2–1 % of final graphene.

Advantages:

• • • greater uniformity of dispersion, simpler dosage,
    • possibility of using the same MB in different products.

Direct addition in composting / extrusion

• • • Dose the powder directly into the extruder feeder or internal mixer.

It is recommended:

• • • premixing in dry blend with the granulated polymer,
    • dust control and local exhaust,
    • Use sufficient rotation and temperature for good dispersion.

Dispersion in solvent / liquid medium

• • • For paints, varnishes and coatings, disperse the GC1004 in liquid phase under high energy (Cowles, bead mill or ultrasound) before adding to the final formulation.

Suggested concentration ranges

Mechanical reinforcement in thermoplastics:

• • starting point: 0.2–0.5 % m/m,
  • For more demanding applications: up to 1.0 % m/m.

Barrier properties (packaging, coatings):

• • 0.3–0.8 % m/m, depending on the film thickness.

Electrical properties (ESD/antistatic):

• • Start at 0.5–1.5 % m/me and adjust according to target resistivity.

Practical recommendation: start with a 3-point study (e.g., 0.25 %, 0.5 %, and 1.0 %) and evaluate the balance between mechanical properties, rheology, and cost. The SuperGrafeno team can help design this DOE.

Competitive advantages of GraphCore™ GC1004

• Truly industrial graphene
  Produced in a standardized process, with formal control of size distribution, density, surfactant content, and moisture.

• Balanced for polymers and elastomers
  Average size, density, and surface treatment designed to maximize dispersion and minimize impact on system rheology.

• High gains with low dosage.
  It allows for significant increases in modulus, strength, and barrier properties with fractions lower than 1 %, reducing cost and process impact.

• Partial replacement of traditional loads
  It can supplement or reduce the use of carbon black, silica, or mineral fillers, resulting in lighter composites with superior performance.

• Common ground for the entire chain
  The same GNP can be used to develop masterbatches, elastomers, films, injection molded parts, and coatings – simplifying the customer's technical portfolio.

• Local support from SuperGrafeno and international support from BlackSwan.
  Application engineering, formulation recommendations, comparative testing, and joint development of customized grades for your product line.

GraphCore™ GC1004 — The industry-leading graphene nanochip for advanced reinforcement, multi-functional performance, and next-generation materials engineering.
Contact us for application recommendations, joint development, and industrial quotes.