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gdflp
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Did they reply to your e-mail at all when you sent it? When did you request the sample? Mine still hasn't come yet
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Unlikely there will be any free samples for the likes of you and me.
Perversely, things like this could end up being really damaging to their business.
It is not beyond the realms of possibility that a frustrated SM member finds a way to make carbon nano tube samples with better purity (75% is the
current target).
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Carbonized Chicken Feathers. Yup. Very Nanotubular. Personally, I'd like to impregnate them with alternate catalysts, for hydrogenations, to take
advantage of the nanofiber's high affinity for hydrogen.
Assuming a high degree of hydrogen saturation, at fairly normal pressures and temperatures,
those feather tubules might make it possible to eschew Platinum type catalysts, in favor of less expensive alternatives......Like Tungsten Carbide.
Anyway. http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/newsreleases/200...
Doesn't seem to be much in the current literature. But, something must be going on. And, if I had actually developed such nifty technology, I might
not be talking much either.
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Mailinmypocket
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I also received the same sample kit, very cool!
Note to self: Tare the damned flask.
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That's a work of art!
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Yes it's quite impressive, I honestly didn't expect to get a sample either and it randomly arrived. It's amazing how voluminous one gram of the
nanotubes is! Perhaps I could make some small ampoules of the nanotubes for interested members... A gram of it is a bit much when you don't really
have a use for them besides to look at 
[Edited on 13-2-2015 by Mailinmypocket]
Note to self: Tare the damned flask.
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Zombie
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I ordered a sample today. I'll let you know what happens...
When I first joined this forum I found a thread on these Lab Armour bead samples. I ordered those, and received the sample in about ten days.
Turns out is is a product I can easily replicate, and have a good use for, ie: temperature controlled applications, container stabilization.
They tried to have me "put to sleep" so I came back to return the favor.
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I requested one a while back, and haven't heard or seen a thing since. I have received a sample of Lab Armour beads, however.
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Zombie
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There is some speculation as to the "professionalism" or motivation of the carbon tube company so I would feel it proper to add the Lab Armour company
is quite impressive in their response, and follow up.
Albeit a simple water dropped alloy product... They are going the extra mile to induce a potential buyer to become a buyer. (Lab Armour)
I think I am going free sample lab-ware shopping tonight.
[Edited on 13-2-2015 by Zombie]
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Mailinmypocket
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I didn't need to provide a special email address, just my normal one. I did however say in the comments section of the sample order form that my
company is currently researching new sensor materials to be used in marine/aquatic environments. Nothing detailed. Just a quick blurb. That probably
helped. Make it reasonable, don't say something like you want to reinforce drywall with nanotubes lol. It also came to my residential address so no
special "business address required" shenanigans going on with that either....
These kits are very nicely made with display case and even the box has magnetic closures etc, can't be that cheap to make it you are sending it out to
every person who asks without at least a small reason as to why maybe? On the box the cost declared for customs is 8.70$ and postage cost almost 20$
to Canada so I can imagine it would add up quickly.
[Edited on 13-2-2015 by Mailinmypocket]
Note to self: Tare the damned flask.
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Zombie
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Good points, and it's coincidence that I own a Marine coatings, and fabrication company so I too, explained that am looking into alternative solids to
add to marine polymers.
Maybe they just like the beach there...
Here's another free sample product I found last night... http://www.thermoscientific.com/content/tfs/en/products/gene...
Scroll to the "Break The Glass Habit" section, and there is a highlighted link titled "Start Breaking the Glass Habit"
That link will take you to a little test, and you get a free sample Nalgene beaker for filling it out.
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Zombie
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Received the package today.
It is indeed an impressive display. It contains a few product samples that actually apply to what I do (marine fabrication).
There are two Carbon Fiber samples (Flat / Tube section), and what appears to be some cured epoxy samples.
Perhaps one treated w/ Carbon, and one without?
There are also two rather heavy brochures. Info packed I'm sure.
Anyway, I just wanted to update.
There might be something in this I can use if the $$$'s is right.
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Today I've also received my sample.
They have put a lot of effort in the presentation. I already have some interresting experiments in mind.
For me it was the second time that I've ordered a sample. The first time (back in november) I didn't fill in a company name, so I didn't receive
anything. A couple days ago I ordered a sample again, and filled in the name of our company. It only took a few days to get here.
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gdflp
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My sample arrived today. The irony is that I ordered it to a business address in November and never heard anything back, but when I ordered it to my
home address(nothing commercial around for miles) I got it in a few days. In any event, as DCB said, they have put a lot of effort in the
presentation.
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I've been playing around with nanotubes suspended in oil and in toluene. Placing a strong magnet near the vial demonstrates how they are attracted,
cool effect similar to iron filings but much milder, makes a neat demo
Note to self: Tare the damned flask.
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Zombie
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Quote: Originally posted by Mailinmypocket  | | I've been playing around with nanotubes suspended in oil and in toluene. Placing a strong magnet near the vial demonstrates how they are attracted,
cool effect similar to iron filings but much milder, makes a neat demo |
Now this post just lit a brain cell...
I wonder if you could induce a strong enough magnetic field to an un cured epoxide containing these type of products (nano tubes).
At the right ratios, and dimensions I am assuming that the end result could be much the same as a woven fabric in creating strength in the cured
epoxide.
Maybe I'll start a thread...
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Cool, I'd totally order both, but my parents wouldn't like me faking info to get the stuff, which is too bad, as it looks awesome.
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Where do you live Bro!
PM me an address, and I'll send my kit out to you. It's better than sitting here collecting dust. I got the inspiration I needed from it.
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The Volatile Chemist
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| Quote: Originally posted by Zombie | Where do you live Bro!
PM me an address, and I'll send my kit out to you. It's better than sitting here collecting dust. I got the inspiration I needed from it.
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No, thanks though! It's really kind of you to say so, though! A little while ago, before you were on the forum, I had to explain to a lot of very kind
people offering to send me things that I have rather strict parents suspicious of most things that originate from the 'webs'.  I love 'em, and they have good reason for me to not acquire things from people
online. I, personally am not suspicious of you, I'd most certainly trust you with my address, but I know my parents would not. But, thanks for
offering to. Like you (I think it was you) said on a different thread, I won't worry about the free stuff. I have an adult friend who may be able to
acquire some for his lab and give me a sample anyways, so I'm fine waiting.
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Zombie
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LOL!!!
It's all good! Just stay away from Catholics. We get into heaven just by confessing. 
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The Volatile Chemist
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Hey, I'm non-denominational. I stated Christ died and got up to pay for my sins once and for all, and it was a one time deal. Don't have to do
anything else now
But thanks, again, you're very generous. You remind me of arkoma, but less... prickly
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