Electrically Conductive Materials

NAGASE offers a range of electrically conductive materials based on antimony-doped tin oxide (ATO), which function as efficient electron conductors. These materials exhibit excellent conductivity and absorption of near-infrared radiation (heat rays), making them ideal for coatings and formulations where both optical clarity and electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection are critical.

Available in both acicular and spherical forms, ATO powders enable the development of transparent, white, and even colored antistatic coatings, plastics, adhesives, films, and fibers – all while maintaining reliable performance under varying humidity and temperature conditions.

NAGASE supplies ATO-based conductive materials for high-performance coating and polymer applications worldwide – with technical support and global logistics.

ATO-based conductive materials are used across diverse antistatic and heat-shielding applications.

• Conductive primers for electrostatic coatings
• Anti-static coatings for building materials, floors, and films
• Anti-static inks for packaging and printing applications
• Anti-static resins and fibers for durable polymer systems
• Heat-shielding films and coatings for NIR protection
• Thermal insulation fibers for industrial textiles

Our ATO powders offer reliable electro-conductivity, optical compatibility, and excellent environmental stability.

• Light-color compatibility – Suitable for transparent or white applications
• Transparency-capable – Enables conductive yet optically clear films
• Humidity-resistant conductivity – Stable performance in variable environments
• Long-term antistatic stability – Consistent charge dissipation over time
• Chemical resistance – Compatible with diverse coating formulations
• Thermal stability – Maintains properties under elevated temperatures

What are electrically conductive materials made of?
NAGASE’s conductive materials are based on antimony-doped tin oxide (ATO), which allows for efficient electron conduction and heat shielding.

In which forms are these materials available?
They are available as acicular (needle-like) and spherical powders, allowing flexibility in formulation depending on application needs.

Can ATO powders be used in transparent coatings?
Yes, their optical properties make them ideal for transparent or light-colored antistatic coatings, adhesives, films, and resins.

How stable are the antistatic properties?
ATO-based materials provide consistent conductivity even under fluctuating humidity levels, ensuring long-term electrostatic protection.

Where are these materials typically used?
Common uses include conductive primers, anti-static films, inks, building coatings, and heat-shielding applications in textiles and packaging.