Zentek's Albany Graphite Achieves Nuclear Purity Standards

Zentek Ltd. announced that its subsidiary, Albany Graphite Corp., achieved significant results in graphite purification, potentially meeting nuclear industry standards. In collaboration with American Energy Technologies Company (AETC), the Albany graphite reached a 5N purity level of 99.9992 wt.% C and an Equivalent Boron Concentration (EBC) of 2.60 ppm, under the 3 ppm nuclear requirement. This highlights Albany graphite's potential as a natural alternative to synthetic graphite for nuclear applications.

The electrothermal Fluidized Bed Reactor purification developed by AETC achieved results without halogen gases, reducing environmental and operational risks. Additional testing is underway to assess Albany graphite's suitability for lithium-ion battery applications.

The advances come amid growing interest in nuclear energy, demonstrated by projects like Ontario's Small Modular Reactor. Further material characterization will confirm compliance with additional nuclear specifications.