Improving Insulation Properties of Epoxy Materials with Fluorinated Graphene
Author Information
Author(s): Dong Manling, Yang Zhifei, Xia Guowei, Zhang Jiatao, Zhan Zhenyu, Xin Weifeng, Wang Qilin, Xu Bobin, Zhang Yujin, Xie Jun
Primary Institution: State Grid Henan Province Electric Power Corporation Research Institute
Hypothesis
Can plasma treatment and fluorine-containing coupling agents enhance the surface insulation properties of epoxy resin composites?
Conclusion
The study found that fluorinated graphene nanosheets significantly improve the insulation properties of epoxy composites, with optimal enhancement at a specific concentration.
Supporting Evidence
- Fluorinated graphene nanosheets improved the flashover voltage of epoxy composites by 16.23%.
- The study utilized advanced plasma treatment to enhance the compatibility of graphene with epoxy resin.
- Surface resistivity measurements indicated that the addition of graphene improved charge dissipation in the composites.
Takeaway
This study shows that adding special treated graphene to epoxy can make it better at preventing electricity from leaking out, which is important for safety.
Methodology
Graphene nanosheets were treated with plasma and a fluorine-containing coupling agent, and their effects on epoxy composites were tested for insulation properties.
Limitations
The study primarily focuses on specific concentrations of graphene and may not address the effects of other potential modifications.
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