NoPo Nanotechnologies
NoPo Nanotechnologies is a company based in Bangalore, India, specializing in the production of small diameter single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNT) using a patented HiPCO process for various high-tech applications.
About NoPo Nanotechnologies
NoPo Nanotechnologies is a specialized manufacturer of small diameter single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNT) for various applications including electronics, sensors, semiconductors, EV batteries, medical, and filtration. Headquartered in Bangalore, India, they are among the few global producers capable of manufacturing small diameter 0.8-1 nm nanotubes at scale. Utilizing a patented HiPCO (High-Pressure Carbon Monoxide) process, NoPo Nanotechnologies produces high purity, small diameter carbon nanotubes demonstrated to have exceptional tensile strength and superior conductivity.
HiPCO Process and Production
NoPo Nanotechnologies employs a patented HiPCO (High-Pressure Carbon Monoxide) process to produce their high purity, small diameter carbon nanotubes. This process enables the production of SWCNTs that exhibit a tensile strength 100 times that of steel while being ten times lighter. In addition, these carbon nanotubes are better conductors of electricity than copper and surpass diamonds in heat conductivity. The company has developed a scalable, industry-level gas phase chemical vapor deposition system to maintain high-quality production with minimal structural defects.
Applications of SWCNTs
NoPo Nanotechnologies offers carbon nanotubes for a wide range of applications. In the electronics industry, their SWCNTs are used for semiconductors and IR sensors. For the medical field, these nanotubes can be applied in various biomedical applications. Their tailored products also enhance the performance of EV batteries by improving the efficiency of energy storage and release. Furthermore, NoPo Nanotechnologies' SWCNTs improve water filtration processes, supporting cleaner and safer water resources.
Environmental Impact
NoPo Nanotechnologies contributes to environmental sustainability by offering HiPCO carbon nanotubes that replace high emission materials across various industries. The implementation of their SWCNTs in production processes helps reduce global greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with efforts to combat climate change. These nanotubes, due to their properties, support the development of more efficient and less polluting technologies.
Product Range
NoPo Nanotechnologies provides a range of carbon nanotube products, each tailored for specific applications. Their product lineup includes raw SWCNTs, battery grade SWCNTs, semiconducting SWCNTs, and metallic SWCNTs. These products serve varied purposes, from enhancing electronic and biomedical applications to improving sensors and EV batteries' efficiency. Their high purity and performance standards ensure suitability for cutting-edge technological innovations.