Carbon Black (eg: Super P, Vulcan XC, Ketjen) Powder as Conductive Electrode Additive, 50 g/bottle, CEACB

Conductive carbon black is an essential additive in battery electrodes, used to create a "percolative network" that allows electrons to move between active materials and the current collector. While most active materials (like LFP or Graphite) are poor conductors, adding just 2% to 10% carbon black can drastically reduce internal resistance.

(1) Super P: The global "standard" for R&D. It features a moderate surface area (~62 m²/g) and high purity. Its "grape-like" clusters are easy to disperse and excellent for general-purpose lithium-ion cathodes and anodes.

(2) Super C45 & C65: These are high-performance upgrades to Super P. C45 is optimized for high dispersion at low loading, while C65 is an ultra-pure version with even lower metallic impurities, making it ideal for high-voltage cells where stability is critical.

(3) Ketjenblack: Known as a "superconductor" grade. It has an extreme surface area (~1,300 m²/g) and a highly branched structure. You can use significantly less of it (often 1/3 or 1/6 the amount of Super P) to achieve the same conductivity, leaving more room for active energy-storing material.

(4) Acetylene Black: Produced by the thermal decomposition of acetylene gas. It is prized for its high chemical purity and very low moisture content, which is vital for moisture-sensitive chemistries like Lithium-Sulfur.

(5) Vulcan XC72R: It has a "high structure," meaning its primary particles are fused into branched chains. These chains create a percolation network that allows electricity to flow across the electrode even at low concentrations. XC72R features very low levels of sulfur and metallic impurities. This is vital in fuel cells, as impurities can poison the catalyst and drastically reduce the lifespan of the device.

(6) Vulcan BP2000: Cabot Vulcan BP2000 (often simply called BP2000) is an ultra-high surface area conductive carbon black. It is one of the most powerful conductive additives available for electrochemical systems, specifically designed for applications that require maximum electronic conductivity with the lowest possible weight loading. 

Notes: Please try to store the carbon black powder in a dry place (glovebox is the best option). 

References: 

1. M. E. Spahr, et al. Development of carbon conductive additives for advanced lithium ion batteries, J. Power Sources, 2021, 196, 3404-3413.
2. K. H. Nam, et al. Superior carbon black: High-performance anode and conducting additive for rechargeable Li- and Na-ion batteries, Chem. Engineering J., 2021, 417, 129242.