Reduced Graphene Oxide

Product Properties

Reduced Graphene Oxide
Purity：>98wt%
Thickness：0.55~3.74nmDiameter：0.5-3μm
Layers: <10
Specific Surface Area：500-1000m2/g
 
Reduced graphene oxide (rGO) is a material derived from the chemical reduction of graphene oxide (GO), a version of graphene that’s been oxidized to introduce oxygen-containing functional groups. This reduction process partially removes the oxygen groups, restoring some of the graphene’s original properties while retaining certain functionalities introduced by the oxidation.
 

  • Electrical Conductivity: The reduction process improves the electrical conductivity of graphene oxide by restoring the sp^2 carbon network, though it typically does not reach the exceptional conductivity levels of pristine graphene. The extent of conductivity depends on the degree of reduction and the restoration of the graphene lattice.

  • Mechanical Strength: While not as strong as pristine graphene, rGO still exhibits high mechanical strength and flexibility. Its tensile strength and elasticity are superior to many materials, making it suitable for composite materials, flexible electronics, and other applications requiring robust, lightweight materials.

  • Surface Area: rGO maintains a high surface area, though typically lower than that of pristine graphene due to restacking and aggregation. This characteristic is beneficial for applications requiring high surface contact, such as energy storage (batteries and supercapacitors), catalysis, and adsorption-based processes.