Graphite Powder Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Plumbago
- Carbon Graphite
Graphite powder supplier for industrial, manufacturing, automotive, electronics and metallurgical buyers in Malaysia. Graphite is the crystalline allotrope of carbon, also known as plumbago or carbon graphite, selected for lubricity, electrical conductivity and thermal stability rather than as carbon black or activated carbon.
Commercial coverage includes natural flake graphite powder, synthetic or artificial graphite powder, natural amorphous or microcrystalline grades and micronised mesh. Grade choice usually turns on carbon content, particle size and whether natural flake or synthetic structure is required for the process.
Typical uses include dry lubricants and greases, foundry mould coatings and refractories, brake friction materials, conductive polymer compounds, battery-related fillers, carbon brushes and selected steelmaking carbon addition. Powder and flake forms are quoted against the stated mesh and purity target.
Send the required origin type, form, mesh, carbon-content target, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 7782-42-5
- Formula
- C
- Grade
- natural, synthetic, industrial
- Appearance
- grey to black powder, flake or granules with a soft, greasy feel
Graphite Powder grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural flake graphite powder | crystalline flake powder or milled flake | — | Dry lubricants, foundry mould coatings, refractories, brake friction compounds and other duties that rely on natural flake lubricity and conductivity. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Synthetic graphite powder | artificial graphite powder or granules | — | Conductive fillers, battery-related compounds, carbon brushes and technical blends where consistent synthetic carbon structure is preferred over mined natural flake. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Natural amorphous graphite | microcrystalline powder | — | Foundry coatings, pencil and coating manufacture, and general industrial graphite duties where amorphous or microcrystalline natural material is specified. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Micronised graphite powder | fine mesh or micronised powder | — | Greases, dispersions, conductive compounds and other formulations that need a finer particle size than standard industrial powder or flake. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy graphite powder from ChemTrade
Request a quote for graphite powder
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | grey to black powder, flake or granules according to grade | — |
| Chemical identity | crystalline carbon (graphite), formula C | — |
| Typical properties | electrically and thermally conductive; soft with natural lubricity | — |
| Grade controls | carbon content, mesh or particle size, ash and form (natural flake, amorphous or synthetic) confirmed against the required grade | — |
Graphite Powder applications
Safety and handling
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place and protect from moisture and contamination. Control dust during powder handling and follow the safety information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about graphite powder
What is the difference between natural and synthetic graphite powder?
Natural graphite is mined crystalline carbon, commonly supplied as flake or amorphous powder. Synthetic or artificial graphite is manufactured carbon with a more controlled structure. Buyers should state which origin type the process requires, because lubricity, conductivity and ash behaviour can differ.
Is graphite the same as carbon black or activated carbon?
No. Graphite is crystalline carbon chosen for lubricity and electrical or thermal conductivity. Carbon black is an amorphous furnace pigment and rubber filler, while activated carbon is selected for adsorption and purification. They are separate products with different page identities.
Which graphite form should I request for dry lubrication or greases?
Fine natural flake or micronised powder is commonly selected for dry lubricants and grease compounds. State the required mesh, carbon content and whether natural flake or synthetic material is preferred so the quotation can match the formulation.
What specifications should a buyer provide for graphite powder?
State natural or synthetic origin, form (powder, flake or granules), mesh or particle-size target, minimum carbon content, ash limit if known, and the intended application. Attach a current specification when matching an existing production grade.
Can graphite flakes and powder both be quoted on this product?
Yes. Powder and flake are commercial forms of the same graphite identity on this page. Include the preferred form, mesh and quantity in the enquiry so packing and availability can be confirmed with the quotation.
What details are needed for a graphite powder price enquiry?
Provide origin type, form, mesh or particle size, carbon-content target, quantity and delivery location. Mention any preferred pack format and documentation needs so the quotation can address the complete requirement.