Description
ATOMFAIR LFP: 161 mAh/g Lithium Iron Phosphate PowderRESEARCH GRADE MATERIAL
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This material must meet specified physical property ranges to ensure consistent electrochemical performance in lithium-ion cell fabrication. The standard requirements provide acceptable windows for key parameters that influence electrode processing and final cell behavior.
- Specific Surface Area Constraint: The BET surface area must be maintained between 11 and 15 m²/g to ensure adequate electrolyte wetting and rate capability.
- Tap Density Requirement: The tap density must be at least 0.7 g/cm³ to achieve sufficient electrode loading density for practical cell assembly.
- Pellet Density Range: The pellet density should remain between 2.18 and 2.28 g/cm³ to maintain consistent electrode porosity and mechanical integrity.
- Total Carbon Content Window: The total carbon content must fall within 1.38 to 1.78 wt% to balance electronic conductivity with active material fraction.
How does the particle size distribution of this LFP powder affect its rate capability and tap density trade-off?
The D50 of 0.650 μm and D90 of 2.900 μm (within standard requirements) support both high-rate performance and good packing density. At 1.0C, the discharge specific capacity is 154.0 mAh/g (standard 150–156 mAh/g), while the tap density of 0.82 g/cm³ (≥0.7 g/cm³ standard) indicates sufficient particle packing for electrode processing without excessive porosity.
Can this element-doped carbon-coated LFP cathode powder be directly integrated into a full-cell configuration with graphite anodes?
Yes, the product is explicitly tested using both lithium metal half-cells and a graphite anode system, confirming compatibility with graphite anodes in full-cell setups. The modified LiFePO4 matrix with advanced element doping and carbon coating is designed for direct use in standard lithium-ion battery architectures.
What handling precautions are required for this fine LFP powder due to its high surface area and carbon coating?
This powder has a BET specific surface area of 12.8 m²/g (standard 11–15 m²/g), making it hygroscopic and reactive to moisture. It should be stored and handled in a dry, inert atmosphere (e.g., argon glovebox) to prevent carbon coating degradation and electrostatic agglomeration. The material is manufactured under RoHS compliant conditions and requires standard fine-powder PPE.
This LFP cathode powder delivers 161.9 mAh/g at 0.1C with a carbon-coated sub-spherical microstructure optimized for high-rate battery research. Its fine particle distribution (D50 0.65 μm) and moderate BET surface area enable consistent electrochemical performance but require careful electrode processing.
Positive
- High specific capacity with rate capability: Delivers 161.9 mAh/g at 0.1C and 154.0 mAh/g at 1.0C, exceeding standard requirements and demonstrating excellent rate retention for high-power cell prototyping.
- Engineered conductive carbon coating: Element-doped carbon wrapping combined with sub-spherical crystallites enhances electronic conductivity and lithium-ion transport, reducing variability in power cell performance.
Trade-offs
- Fine particle size handling challenge: With D50 of 0.65 μm and D10 of 0.313 μm, the powder is very fine and may require advanced mixing and coating equipment to prevent agglomeration during electrode fabrication.
- Moderate BET surface area: At 12.8 m²/g, the specific surface area is within standard range but on the higher side, potentially increasing electrolyte uptake and side reaction risk during long-term cycling.
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To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
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