MITO® E-GO™ is a graphene-based additive that delivers multi-functional improvements in composite materials at extremely low concentrations. It has been designed with versatility, realistic solutions, and accessibility in mind. This hybridized graphene oxide/POSS additive reactively disperses while resisting agglomeration, thus unlocking the properties of graphene for various industries by utilizing both thermoset and thermoplastic polymer composites.


https://mitomaterials.com/products/mito-e-go

Functions: Filler

Chemical Family: Epoxides, Graphene & Graphites

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Epoxies (EP), Polyamide 66 (PA 66), Polyesters, Polypropylenes (PP), Vinyl Esters

Processing Methods: Blow Molding, Compounding, Hand Lay-Up, Hand Lay-up, Injection Molding, Stereolithography, Vacuum Infusion Processing (VIP)

Features: Corrosion Resistant, Dispersible, Durable, Electrically Insulating, Flexible, Good Adhesion, Good Electrical Properties, Good Mechanical Properties, Good Thermal Conductivity, Good Weather Stability, High Strength, High Tensile Strength, Highly Versatile, Light Weight

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Composite Materials Functions
Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • It’s the first and only process with the power to functionalize graphene, creating stronger adherence between polymer and substrate, for better chemical and physical bonding.
  • As a hybridized product of graphene oxide and epoxide POSS, MITO E-GO boosts the performance of fiber-reinforced thermoset and thermoplastics up to 135% - for dramatically better durability at a much lighter weight.
  • MITO E-GO is formulated to reactively disperse and resist agglomeration, with micron-sized particles that are safe to handle.
  • When mixed into a polymer, MITO E-GO also only requires a suggested 0.1%wt concentration of the polymer - making it easy to incorporate into your existing polymer system via masterbatch, direct dispersion of the powder, or spray-on solution for pre-preg applications.
Features
  • The E-GO’s chemical and physical bonding points create mechanical property improvements including: tensile, flex, compression, and adhesion. Secondary improvements include: increased electrical insulation, thermal conductivity, weatherability/ corrosion resistance.
  • As a micron-sized material, E-GO can be added to the polymer system already in use via dry powder and a shear dispersion; or masterbatched and let down into your polymer system–without changing your process–to dramatically improve your graphene dispersion.
  • E-GO particles reactively disperses against itself, preventing agglomeration and have a recommended loading of <1%, which doesn’t alter the viscosity of the host system.
  • E-GO enables OEMs to drastically boost their product’s performance, making polymers the go-to choice in materials as the world transitions to a more sustainable, lightweight future. Applications include: Fiber reinforced composites, thermoplastics, coatings and more.

Applications & Uses

Properties

Appearance
Black-colored powder
Dispersible in
Ethanol, Isopropanol, Acetone, Tetrahydrofuran, Epoxy, Vinyl ester, Polyester
Chemical Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Oxirane, 2-([3-(trimethoxysilyl)propoxy]methyl)- hydrolyzedmin. 40%
Graphene Oxidemax. 60%
Isopropyl Alcoholmax. 1%
Ethylenediaminemax. 2%
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulk Density0.8 - 1.2g/cm³

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

Technical Details & Test Data

Dispersion Comparison

Opportunity to functionally incorporate sustainability into your materials.

MITO® E-GO™ - Dispersion Comparison

 

Technical Details

MITO® E-GO™ unlocks the properties of graphene for various industries.

MITO® E-GO™ in Polypropylene

With a MITO Powered™ polypropylene, you can create an engineered plastic with a higher amount of recycled content that outperforms competitors. E-GO has been designed to seamlessly integrate into your manufacturing method - from beginning to end - without introducing processing difficulties.

  • Compounding
  • Injection molding
  • Blow molding
  • SLA/FDM

Simply measure and mix as normal at loadings as low as 0.1% by weight of polymer.

SEM 2000X MAG | E-GO™ Particle within PP

MITO® E-GO™ - Technical Details

 

MITO® E-GO™ in Polyester+ Glass Fiber Systems

Using a MITO Powered™ polyester system, you can replace harder to handle vinyl ester to create high performing, low cost composites to enable the next generation of materials. E-GO has been designed to seamlessly integrate into your manufacturing method:

  • Shear mixing
  • Three roll milling
  • Spray applications

Simply measure and mix as normal at loadings as low as 0.1% by weight of resin.

Ultrasonic density check: 0.1% wt E-GO™

MITO® E-GO™ - Technical Details - 1

Left : Image of panel
Right : Ultrasonic check of same

 

MITO® E-GO™ in Epoxy + Carbon Fiber Systems

With a MITO PoweredTM epoxy + carbon fiber composite, you can create a stronger, lighter component that transfers less vibrations and less noise to the user. E-GO has been designed to seamlessly integrate into your manufacturing method:

  • Shear mixing
  • Three roll milling
  • Spray applications

Simply measure and mix as normal at loadings as low as 0.1% by weight of resin.

SEM 5 000X MAG | Fiber - matrix adhesion

MITO® E-GO™ - Technical Details - 2

Within a carbon fiber pre-preg system: Control (left), Same with 0.1%wt E-GO™ (right).

Packaging & Availability

Availability

MITO® E-GO™ solves the graphene puzzle without changing your manufacturing process. It’s available in multiple formats, for limitless engineering applications.

  • MITO® E-GO™ Powder - If you have dispersion equipment, this format is great for formulating epoxies, adhesives, and coatings and integrating into liquid systems.
  • MITO® E-GO™ Epoxy - This format is dispersed into an epoxy system at 1% loading and sold with hardener in one-gallon and five-gallon containers.
  • MITO® E-GO™ Spray - Pre-dispersed in a solvent, this format is often used to apply onto pre-preg systems prior to molding and curing—providing pin-point accuracy, for added strength and toughness.
  • MITO® E-GO™ Pellets