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Graphite/Carbon

The pure element of carbon comes in a variety of forms and appearances including black graphene, black and shiny graphite, black fullerenes and translucent diamond. It is special in that it forms solidly connected chains closed off by hydrogen atoms.

  • Impure carbon is used for smelting in the steel industry
  • Common uses for graphite are furnace linings and pencils
  • Carbon fiber is lightweight and strong and found in fishing rods, airplanes and more
  • Industrial diamond the world’s hardest material, is used for drilling and cutting

SUMMARY

  • Name: Graphite / Carbon
  • Symbol: C
  • Atomic Number: 6
  • Atomic Mass: 12.011
  • Density: 3.513 (diamond) 2.2 (graphite)
  • Standard State: Solid
  • Group in Periodic Table: 14
  • Period in Periodic Table: 2
  • Block in Periodic Table: p
  • CAS Registry ID: 7440-44-0

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

ATOMIC DATA

  • Atomic Radius: 1.70
  • Covalent Radius: .75
  • Electronegativity (Pauling Scale): 2.55

THERMAL PROPERTIES

  • Specific Heat Capacity: 709 (graphite)
  • Shear Modulus (GPa): 542 (diamond); 33 (graphite)
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Design Engineers & Company Founder In 1974
“Design engineers George LaFleur (left) and Richard Felberg (center) working with owner, Al Menzies (right) on a proprietary design in 1974”

About Standard Die

Standard Die is a precision metal stamper specializing in small parts made from thin grade specialty metals. Mastering refractory metals like tantalum and titanium and common materials like copper and steel, we pride ourselves in delivering the highest quality product with the best customer service in the industry.
Our metal stampings are of the highest quality, and our deep drawn and forming capabilities are among the best in the industry. We specialize in drawing small cups, cans, cones, crucibles and more, yet we are fully capable of forming brackets, rivets, clips, terminals and more.

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