RDAbbott has expanded its product offerings to include select acetylene black products from Denka, becoming the authorized distributor across North America. This partnership brings Denka's high-purity carbon black, known for its exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity, to a wider market for various industrial and high-tech applications.
RDAbbott, a leading distributor of rubber and polymer additives, has announced a significant expansion of its product offerings through a new distribution agreement with DENKA Company Limited. Effective immediately, RDAbbott is now the authorized distributor for select Denka acetylene black products throughout North America, encompassing the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This strategic partnership brings Denka's high-purity carbon black, renowned for its exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity, to a broader market, serving a diverse range of industrial and high-tech applications.
Denka Company Limited is globally recognized as one of the largest producers of acetylene black, a unique form of carbon black derived from the thermal decomposition of acetylene gas. This specialized production process yields an ultra-pure material characterized by a high crystalline chain structure, which is crucial for its superior performance. When incorporated into polymers such as rubber, silicone elastomers, and rigid plastics, Denka acetylene black significantly enhances static, thermal, and electrical properties, offering both pigmentation and reinforcement benefits.
The distribution agreement includes a comprehensive range of Denka's premier acetylene black products: DENKA BLACK Granules, DENKA BLACK Li-250, DENKA BLACK Li-400, and DENKA BLACK Li-435. Each of these grades offers distinct advantages tailored to specific application requirements.
DENKA BLACK Granules, a high-purity carbon black with liquid-absorbent properties, is a high-performance alternative to natural black graphite. Its enhanced thermal and electrical conductivity makes it ideal for use in tire bladders, belts, hoses, flooring, and footwear. Beyond these traditional applications, its excellent conductivity also positions it as a preferred choice for elastomeric static discharge systems and as a crucial semiconducting layer in high-voltage cables. This versatility underscores its importance in various industrial sectors demanding robust and reliable material performance.
The DENKA BLACK Li series—comprising Li-250, Li-400, and Li-435—are compressed powder-grades that maintain the core characteristics of DENKA BLACK while featuring minimal metallic impurities. This low impurity profile is particularly vital for sensitive applications. The high crystalline chain structure of the Li grades contributes to greater energy density and improved thermal conductivity, making them highly sought after for high-power density solutions. These advanced grades are integral to the development and manufacturing of components for electric vehicles, consumer electronics, energy storage systems, medical devices, telecommunications infrastructure, and even industrial, aerospace, and defense applications.
