Graphite rod is basically used for casting and polishing purposes, moulding & Carbon addition in steel industries. It is also used for smooth casting iron, copper base alloys and aluminum base alloy. It is mostly used for evaporating carbon onto specimens being prepared for either x-ray microanalysis (EDS or WDS) or transmission electron microscopy (TEM).

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.