HydroGraph Oxygenated Graphene Coating Offers a Breakthrough in Microelectronics Cooling

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HydroGraph Clean Power (OTCQB: HGRAF) announced breakthrough results from a peer-reviewed study showing their graphene aerogel ink coatings can increase copper's heat transfer coefficient by 152%. The study, published in Graphene and 2D Materials, demonstrated significant improvements in cooling efficiency for high-powered microelectronics.

The research revealed a 40% increase in critical heat flux and 62% enhancement in bubble growth compared to bare copper. This breakthrough has significant implications for cooling applications in computers, electric vehicles, data centers, and aerospace. The thermal management materials market in microelectronics, valued at $7.21 billion in 2024, is projected to reach $12.6 billion by 2033.

The study tested three graphene-based coatings, with two synthesized using a one-step gas-phase detonation procedure and one using liquid-phase ultrasonic exfoliation.

Positive

• Demonstrated 152% increase in heat transfer coefficient compared to bare copper
• Achieved 40% increase in critical heat flux for improved cooling efficiency
• Technology addresses growing $12.6 billion market opportunity by 2033
• Solution offers scalable, sinter-free manufacturing process for electronics cooling

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• None.

Peer-reviewed Study Reveals that Graphene Ink Coatings Can Dissipate Over 150% of Heat in High-power Electronics and Energy Systems

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HydroGraph Clean Power Inc. (CSE: HG) (OTCQB: HGRAF) (“HydroGraph”), a leading producer of ultra-pure graphene, today announced that a new peer-reviewed study shows that aerogel ink made with HydroGraph graphene can increase the heat transfer coefficient (HTC) of copper by 152%. The study's results demonstrate the viability of using graphene for high-performance, scalable thermal management coatings in microelectronics.

The study, published in Graphene and 2D Materials (Springer), confirmed that HydroGraph’s oxygenated graphene ink coatings dramatically enhanced cooling for high-powered microelectronics, such as those used in computers, electric vehicles, data centers, aerospace, and other solid-state applications. Using a scalable aerosol process, graphene coatings achieved over one and a half times the heat transfer of bare copper and a 40% increase in CHF (critical heat flux). The breakthrough not only represents superior heat conductivity but also an engineered surface texture that accelerates cooling due to bubble formation and evaporation.

From a commercial standpoint, the lab research illustrates the potential of using graphene aerogel ink as a cost-effective solution for microelectronics heat management. According to Verified Market Reports, the market for thermal management materials in microelectronics was valued at $7.21 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $12.6 billion by 2033.

“The study highlights the potential of graphene in developing new compounds for next-generation electronics cooling,” said Ranjith Divigalpitiya, Chief Science Officer for HydroGraph. “This research shows that the surface texture and bubble behavior of graphene aerosol coatings are more effective at heat dissipation than raw thermal materials. By pushing the boundaries of conventional conductivity cooling, HydroGraph is positioned to deliver new scalable and sustainable heat management solutions that improve the efficiency and extend the useful life of electronic devices.”

As semiconductors become smaller and more powerful, they generate more heat. Traditionally, circuit architectures have used heat sinks made of copper and aluminum, but as power densities increase, these materials have been supplemented with composites and coatings for improved heat dissipation. Delivering graphene coatings in an aerosol provides a sinter-free, manufacturable solution for cooling electronics, energy systems, and other high-power devices.

Graphene is atomically thin and demonstrates superior thermal conductivity. In this study, three graphene-based coatings were tested: two aerosol graphene inks synthesized using a one-step, gas-phase detonation procedure and a third coating made using liquid-phase, ultrasonic exfoliation. Each coating was applied to copper substrates in multiple layers, resulting in surfaces with flakes and ridges. The coating demonstrated a 62% enhancement in bubble growth over bare copper, resulting in improved heat dissipation.

About Hydrograph
HydroGraph is a leading producer of pristine graphene using an “explosion synthesis” process, which allows for exceptional purity, low energy use, and identical batches. The quality, performance, and consistency of Hydrography’s graphene follow the Graphene Council’s Verified Graphene Producer® standards, of which very few graphene producers are able to meet. For more information or to learn about the HydroGraph story, visit: https://hydrograph.com/. For company updates, please follow HydroGraph on LinkedIn and X.

Trademarks: HydroGraph™ and Fractal Graphene™

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FAQ

What are the key findings of HydroGraph's (HGRAF) graphene coating study?

The study showed that HydroGraph's graphene ink coatings increased copper's heat transfer coefficient by 152%, achieved a 40% increase in critical heat flux, and demonstrated 62% enhancement in bubble growth compared to bare copper.

How large is the market opportunity for HydroGraph's (HGRAF) thermal management technology?

The thermal management materials market in microelectronics is valued at $7.21 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $12.6 billion by 2033.

What applications can benefit from HydroGraph's (HGRAF) cooling technology?

The technology can be applied in computers, electric vehicles, data centers, aerospace, and other solid-state applications requiring high-performance thermal management.

How does HydroGraph (HGRAF) manufacture their graphene-based cooling solution?

HydroGraph uses a scalable aerosol process with two methods: a one-step gas-phase detonation procedure and liquid-phase ultrasonic exfoliation to create graphene-based coatings.

What advantages does HydroGraph's (HGRAF) graphene coating offer over traditional cooling methods?

The coating provides superior heat conductivity and an engineered surface texture that accelerates cooling through enhanced bubble formation and evaporation, offering better performance than traditional copper and aluminum heat sinks.