Advanced Specialty Carbon and MXene-Based Materials for European Industries

At NanoCarbon Tech, we develop next-generation specialty carbon materials engineered for high-performance applications across energy storage, filtration, catalysis, environmental technologies, and advanced electronics. Our research and production platform focuses on porous carbon nanomaterials, MXene structures, and MAX-phase–derived carbons, enabling precise nanoscale control over porosity, purity, and surface chemistry.

By integrating state-of-the-art synthesis technologies, we provide scalable and cost-effective solutions for industries that demand exceptional material performance.

Carbide-Derived Carbon (CDC) from MAX-Phase Precursors

Our specialty carbons include high-purity carbide-derived carbon (CDC) produced from MAX-phase carbides—a unique class of layered materials that combines metal-like conductivity with ceramic-like stability.

How Our CDC Technology Works

The CDC process removes metal atoms from a precursor carbide through controlled halogen etching. For example, etching Si atoms from SiC results in a carbon framework whose pore structure mirrors the original carbide.

This approach delivers:

• Highly tunable porosity from sub-nanometer to mesoporous scales

• More precise control compared to traditional multi-stage pyrolysis

• A single-step, cleaner, and faster process

• Ultra-pure porous carbon ideal for demanding applications

Because MAX-phase materials exhibit layered structures and consistent stoichiometry, they serve as an excellent template for precise pore formation and uniform particle morphology.

Polymer-Derived Carbon for Clean, Dust-Free Applications

Our polymer-derived carbon (PDC) platform offers an exceptionally clean carbon material with ash content below 0.2%. The synthesis involves two main steps:

1. Pyrolysis

2. Activation

By selecting specific polymer precursors, we can tune:

• Surface chemistry

• Pore size distribution

• Particle shape and uniformity

We also produce spherical hard carbon particles, ideal for:

• Capacitive deionization

• Flow battery systems

• Adsorption applications requiring minimal pressure drop and excellent wear resistance

Sustainable Activated Carbon From Natural Sources

For industrial and environmental applications, we manufacture activated carbon from renewable and commodity raw materials such as:

• Fruit pits

• Wood

• Coal

Our two-stage production process includes:

1. Pyrolysis/Carbonization

Removal of moisture and volatiles under inert atmosphere at 600–900°C.

2. Activation

Creation of micro- and mesopores via exposure to:

• CO₂

• Steam

• KOH

Activation temperatures range from 600–1,000°C, producing high-surface-area carbon suitable for filtration, catalysis, and purification systems.

MXene and MAX-Phase Materials Integration

As part of our expanded European product line, NanoCarbon Tech develops carbon materials that incorporate:

• MXene flakes

• MAX-phase carbides

• Metal and metal carbide inclusions

These hybrid materials show enhanced:

• Electrical conductivity

• Redox activity

• Sorption selectivity

• Mechanical stability

Such composites unlock advanced performance in supercapacitors, metal-ion batteries, hydrogen storage solutions, and catalytic systems.

Custom Manufacturing and Tailored Material Design

Our flexible production allows us to engineer materials to meet specific industrial requirements.

Available Customization Options

• Precise pore size distribution: 0.6 to >20 nm

• Surface area up to 2,000 m²/g

• Pore volume up to 1 cm³/g

• Multiple formats available:

  • Nanopowders

  • Micron-sized powders

  • Spherical particles

  • Coatings

  • Monoliths

  • Fibers

• Surface chemistry tuning: hydrophobic/hydrophilic balancing

• Retained inclusions: metals, metal oxides, halogens, carbides

This customization ensures maximum performance for applications in Europe’s energy, chemical, aerospace, environmental, and medical sectors.

Why European Clients Choose NanoCarbon Tech

• Scalable production using advanced MXene & MAX-phase technologies

• Consistent material properties suitable for commercial deployment

• Flexible tuning for performance-critical applications

• Strong R&D support and partnership opportunities

• Environmentally responsible production methods