Electrically conductive nanocomposites based on high density polyethylene and different types of carbon-containing fillers

The article presents the results of a systematic analysis of the electrical conductivity of nanocomposites based on high density polyethylene and carbon fillers such as carbon black and graphite. 13 nanoscale carbon fillers are used. The aim of the study was to select the most effective nanofillers from among the various types used. The efficiency of nanoparticles was evaluated not only by electrical conductivity data, but also by changes in the main physical and mechanical parameters. Such characteristics as electrical conductivity, breaking stress, elongation and melt fl ow index were studied. It is shown that the best nanofillers are Printex XE 2B carbon black and GS-2 graphite.