New benchmark analysis confirms high performance of BASF's battery adhesives

The analysis was conducted by CUSTOMCELLS®, an industry-renowned supplier of lithium-ion batteries, against market standards
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Licity® water-based anode binder products have passed tests related to electrochemical, mechanical properties, and processability, with some outperforming market standards

BASF's battery adhesive products have passed benchmark tests against market standards, with some results better than market standards
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This is the result of a recent in-depth benchmarking analysis by lithium-ion technology supplier CUSTOMCELLS® for BASF Europe
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This analysis tested Licity® water-based anode binder (styrene-butadiene emulsion binder) products in the areas of processability, mechanical properties, and electrochemical performance
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The analysis results show:

● All Licity® binders exhibit excellent processability for faster slurry preparation and improved coating uniformity of anode active materials
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● Comparing tests with commercially available general-purpose styrene-butadiene emulsions show that Licity® 2668 and Licity® 2680 have excellent mechanical properties
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● Licity® binder exhibits excellent electrochemical performance, enabling silicon-containing anode (SiOx) with excellent cycling stability and rate capability
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Dr Thorsten Habeck, Business Director Fiber Bonding EMEA at BASF, said: "High-performance lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles play a key role in achieving climate neutrality
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Effective data on key performance indicators of the agent will help them improve battery capacity and production efficiency in development projects
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The Licity® binder series developed by BASF for lithium-ion battery anode materials is suitable for pure graphite and silicon carbon active materials
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They help prevent swelling of the electrodes, thereby increasing battery capacity
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Licity® adhesives also help increase cycle life and reduce charging time
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In addition, Licity® is produced in a more sustainable manner using an EU-certified biomass balance scheme, thus saving fossil resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions
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