100 um Customizable Acetylene Black-Based Carbon Electrode Sheet for Li-SOCl2 Batteries
Acetylene black is a conductive carbon material. This product is a preformed, PTFE-bonded acetylene black-based carbon electrode sheet supplied in roll form, rather than loose acetylene black powder. This ready-to-use sheet is supplied for laboratory cell assembly and material evaluation in the listed 100 um, 10-150 mm width, 5.7 +/- 0.3 mg/cm2 areal density configuration.
Material Characteristics
- Acetylene black-based carbon phase with PTFE binder
- Flexible roll-form sheet for downstream electrode preparation
- Customizable width with thickness-specific areal and compaction density
Typical Research Uses
Use for primary-battery research requiring a preformed carbon electrode sheet, including Li-SOCl2-related work where the selected model is specified for that chemistry, and for downstream current-collector lamination workflows.
How to Read This Configuration
Select by thickness, width, areal density, compaction density, acetylene black content, PTFE content, tensile strength, and required roll quantity.
- Areal density: 5.7 +/- 0.3 mg/cm2 is the listed mass per unit sheet area for this roll-form carbon electrode.
- Compaction density: 0.57 +/- 0.03 g/cm3 is a physical electrode parameter. Interpret it with loading, thickness, porosity, and the source measurement method.
- Acetylene black content: Up to 95% is the listed carbon-material content for this sheet.
- PTFE content: From 5% is the listed binder content for the roll-form sheet.
- Tensile strength: >3 N is the listed mechanical specification for handling and downstream preparation.
- Coating process: Dry Process is the listed preparation route. Keep process differences visible when comparing electrode data.
| Product Specification | Value / Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PTFE-Bonded Roll-Form Carbon Electrode Sheet |
| Material System | Acetylene Black-Based Carbon / PTFE |
| Intended Battery Application | Li-SOCl2 Primary Batteries |
| Thickness | 100 um |
| Available Width | 10-150 mm |
| Tensile Strength | >3 N |
| Areal Density | 5.7 +/- 0.3 mg/cm2 |
| Compaction Density | 0.57 +/- 0.03 g/cm3 |
| Acetylene Black Content | Up to 95% |
| PTFE Content | From 5% |
| Custom Width Control | +/- 0.3 mm |
| SKU | AF-MA-B-ABFM-T100-W150 |
Drying and Handling
Before cell assembly, dry the electrode sheet at 90-100 C for 12-24 hours. Use a clean, dry handling environment after drying.
Avoid bending, scratching, or contaminating the coated surface during cutting, punching, transfer, and stacking.
| Research Need | Related Atomfair Category | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Custom configuration | Custom Battery Electrode Coating Service | Custom research electrode configuration and coating support |
This electrode sheet requires controlled drying prior to cell assembly to remove residual moisture. The coated surface must be protected from mechanical damage and contamination during all handling steps.
- Drying Requirement: Dry the electrode sheet at 90-100°C for 12-24 hours before cell assembly.
- Handling Environment: Use a clean, dry handling environment after drying to prevent moisture uptake.
- Surface Protection: Avoid bending, scratching, or contaminating the coated surface during cutting, punching, transfer, and stacking.
This procedure describes the drying and handling steps required before cell assembly. Proper execution ensures electrode integrity and prevents contamination.
- Dry the electrode sheet
Dry the electrode sheet at 90-100°C for 12-24 hours to remove residual moisture. - Transfer to clean environment
Transfer the dried sheet to a clean, dry handling environment to prevent moisture reabsorption. - Cut to dimensions
Cut or punch the sheet to the required dimensions using clean tools, avoiding bending or scratching the coated surface. - Transfer to assembly area
Transfer the cut electrode to the cell assembly area without contaminating the surface.
How does the acetylene black to PTFE ratio affect the mechanical integrity and conductivity of this carbon electrode sheet?
The sheet contains up to 95% acetylene black and from 5% PTFE binder. A higher acetylene black content increases electronic conductivity, while the PTFE binder provides mechanical cohesion. The tensile strength specification of >3 N, as stated in the product specs, ensures sufficient integrity for handling and downstream preparation. The exact ratio within this range is customizable to balance conductivity and mechanical robustness for specific research needs.
Can this acetylene black-based carbon electrode sheet be used in battery chemistries other than Li-SOCl2?
This sheet is specifically formulated for Li-SOCl2 primary battery research, as indicated in the product title and intended application. The product description also notes its use for downstream current-collector lamination workflows. For evaluation in other chemistries, the manufacturer should be consulted to confirm compatibility, as the dry-process PTFE-bonded carbon sheet is optimized for Li-SOCl2 systems.
What are the recommended drying conditions for this acetylene black-based carbon electrode sheet before cell assembly?
The product description specifies drying at 90–100°C for 12–24 hours prior to cell assembly to remove adsorbed moisture. After drying, the sheet must be handled in a clean, dry environment to avoid bending, scratching, or contaminating the coated surface. These conditions are critical because residual moisture or contamination can degrade the PTFE binder and carbon electrode performance in Li-SOCl2 batteries.
This preformed acetylene black-based carbon electrode sheet with PTFE binder offers a ready-to-use roll format for Li-SOCl2 primary battery research, with customizable width and density parameters. However, it requires a 12-24 hour drying step at 90-100°C and careful handling to avoid surface damage.
Positive
- Ready-to-use preformed sheet: Supplied as a flexible roll-form PTFE-bonded acetylene black sheet, eliminating the need for in-house electrode preparation and enabling direct integration into Li-SOCl2 cell assembly workflows.
- Customizable geometry and density: Width adjustable to 10-150 mm with control of ±0.3 mm, and areal density specified at 5.7 ±0.3 mg/cm², allowing tailored electrode loading for specific cell designs.
Trade-offs
- Mandatory predrying requirement: The electrode sheet must be dried at 90-100°C for 12-24 hours prior to cell assembly, adding a time and energy overhead to the fabrication process.
- Surface handling sensitivity: The coated surface is prone to damage from bending, scratching, or contamination during cutting, punching, and stacking, requiring a clean and controlled handling environment.
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