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Solutions for Battery R&D and Manufacturing

Solutions for battery R&D and testing across the battery workflow

Our state-of-the-art solutions for battery development and testing drive innovation through the entire battery workflow. We deliver leading-edge battery materials and high-performance research products for battery R&D, designed to empower ingenuity with the highest standards of quality, reliability, and battery-grade specifications. In addition, we provide analytical testing solutions for key methodologies used in the critical testing of incoming and in-house manufactured materials. Our products ensure consistent performance and are backed by a trusted, global, and ethically sourced supply chain.

What do we offer?

  • Comprehensive portfolio of high-quality reagents, biology materials, and labware for product development
  • Expert-driven innovations to meet evolving battery market demands
  • Ready-to-ship global supply for battery R&D and scale-up
  • Reliable analytical solutions for common testing methodologies of raw materials and components

Scale up faster with confidence, backed by our expert technical support. Click here to request a consultation.

Battery Development Workflow

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Achieving optimal battery performance begins with formulating a liquid electrolyte with the highest standards. Count on our extensive collection of battery-grade lithium salts, sodium salts, solvents, additives, and preformulated electrolyte solutions to set up your battery technology for success.

Click on the workflow steps below for more information.

 

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Choose the electrolytic salt and solvents that fit your application: 

Add the right additives to boost your performance:

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    To ensure reliable performance, use our high-quality preformulated electrolytes:

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      Analytical Testing for Battery Materials

      Analytical testing of battery materials is very important to determine the quality of incoming raw materials and internally manufactured materials. Various methodologies are used for battery materials testing. 

      Click on the techniques below for more information.

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      By identifying the elemental composition of materials, ICP analysis helps ensure the quality and reliability of battery components, ultimately enhancing energy efficiency and safety.

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      A vital tool in battery testing, GC precisely analyzes electrolyte components like carbonate esters and additives. It helps optimize formulations to enhance battery performance, safety, and longevity by providing accurate, rapid, and reproducible results for quality control and research. 

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      Our large variety of HPLC columns and related consumables allow for enhanced characterization of your battery materials.

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      Chromatography reveals impurities and degradation products that may impact battery performance. By ensuring the purity and stability of materials, chromatography helps in optimizing battery formulations for improved efficiency and lifespan.

      • IC Solvents
      • IC Standards: Our IC standards provide an accurate benchmark for accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility in your analytical testing.
      • Sample Preparation: We offer a wide range of sample preparation materials to aid in your battery testing workflow
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      Coulometric Karl Fischer titration is an effective and fast method for accurately measuring the water content in battery materials. Excessive water content in battery materials can negatively impact battery performance, stability, and lifespan. Therefore, controlling water content is crucial for ensuring optimal functionality and longevity in battery systems.

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      Understanding physical properties of battery materials allows for the optimization of material selection and design, ultimately enhancing battery durability and energy output.

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