NanoCnet Ltd. is a Waterloo-based startup company established in 2016 to manufacture silver nanostructure ink and transparent conductive film. NanoCnet introduces a new generation of nanomaterials for flexible transparent electrodes. Highly transparent electrodes with high electrical conductivity and thermal stability can be fabricated using NanoCnet’s silver-based ink. Compared to typical silver nanowire, the synthesis process of NanoCnet’s nanomaterial is faster and happens at room temperature, which is essential for low-cost manufacturing. The material cost of NanoCnet’s electrodes is 30% lower than typical silver nanowires and 50% lower than ITO films. The unique properties of NanoCnet’s electrodes make them a suitable option for device applications such as touch panels, solar cells, displays, and smart windows.
