A process for preparing graphite articles is presented. In particular, the
process includes employing a particulate fraction comprising at least
about 35 weight percent coke, coal or combinations thereof having a
diameter such that a major fraction of it passes through a 0.25 mm to 25
mm mesh screen. The particulate fraction is mixed with a liquid or solid
pitch binder, to form a stock blend; the stock blend is extruded to form
a green stock; the green stock is baked to form a carbonized stock; and
the carbonized stock is graphitized. The stock blend further includes
carbon fibers added after mixing of the particulate fraction and pitch
has begun.