Description
ATOMFAIR® LTO-D01-SN2 LITHIUM TITANATE (LTO) ELECTRODE SHEETRESEARCH GRADE MATERIAL
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Manufacturer: ATOMFAIR LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
Disclaimer: Sold exclusively for laboratory research.
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This lithium titanate electrode sheet requires processing in a moisture-free environment to prevent degradation of the active material. The carbon-coated aluminum substrate is sensitive to bending and delamination during handling.
- Environmental Sensitivity: Moisture and oxygen exposure must be minimized to avoid lithium titanate degradation.
- Substrate Fragility: The electrode coating may delaminate if subjected to sharp bending or excessive pressure.
- Electrolyte Compatibility: Electrolyte solvents must be compatible with both LTO and carbon-coated aluminum substrate.
- Storage Recommendation: Storage in an argon-filled glovebox at controlled temperature is recommended.
- Compaction Constraint: Compaction density of 1.8 g/cm³ should be maintained during roll pressing.
How does the 24 mg/cm² wet-process coating density and 1.8 g/cm³ compaction density of this LTO double-side anode affect its electrochemical performance trade-off between capacity and rate capability in half-cell tests?
The 24 mg/cm² coating density with 93.5% active material ratio and 1.8 g/cm³ compaction density yields a nominal capacity of 300 mAh/g. This loading provides sufficient areal capacity for reproducible half-cell evaluation while maintaining adequate porosity for electrolyte wetting and lithium-ion transport, minimizing rate limitations at moderate C-rates. Higher loadings would increase areal capacity but reduce rate capability due to increased tortuosity and longer diffusion paths.
What electrolyte and current collector compatibility considerations are critical when integrating this carbon-coated aluminum foil LTO anode into a full-cell with typical cathode materials?
The carbon-coated aluminum current collector (12 μm foil with 0.5 μm carbon coating per side, areal density 7.25 mg/cm²) is compatible with standard carbonate-based electrolytes used in lithium-ion cells. The carbon layer enhances adhesion and reduces contact resistance for LTO slurries. In full-cell assembly, the double-side coating area of 152×100 mm must be paired with a cathode of similar area to maintain proper N/P ratio, and electrolyte volume should be sufficient to wet the 24 mg/cm² coating on both sides.
What vacuum baking and storage conditions are recommended to preserve the integrity and performance of these LTO double-side anode sheets before cell fabrication?
The manufacturer specifies vacuum baking at 100°C for 12 hours to remove moisture from the LTO coating and carbon-coated aluminum substrate. After baking, electrodes must be stored under inert atmosphere or in a vacuum desiccator to prevent moisture reabsorption. The double-side coating on 12 μm foil is mechanically delicate; handle with clean flat trays and avoid bending or creasing to maintain coating adhesion and prevent foil deformation.
The LTO-D01-SN2 electrode sheet offers a high active material ratio of 93.5% and a nominal capacity of 300 mAh/g, supported by precision double-side wet coating. However, optimal performance requires 12-hour vacuum baking at 100°C, and the carbon-coated aluminum substrate contributes 7.25 mg/cm² of inactive mass that must be factored into energy density calculations.
Positive
- High Active Material Ratio: With 93.5% active material, the electrode maximizes electrochemical utilization per unit mass, directly contributing to high energy density in lab-scale cells.
- High Nominal Capacity: Rated at 300 mAh/g, this LTO electrode provides a strong benchmark for evaluating anode kinetics and full-cell design performance.
Trade-offs
- Vacuum Baking Requirement: Optimal electrochemical performance requires 12-hour vacuum baking at 100°C, adding significant processing time and requiring laboratory vacuum oven infrastructure.
- Non-Active Substrate Mass: The carbon-coated aluminum foil current collector has an areal density of 7.25 mg/cm², adding inactive mass that reduces overall electrode-level gravimetric capacity.
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