Rapidly growing energy storage needs are increasing the demand for advanced battery technologies, especially lithium-ion battery production. In order for batteries to have high performance and long life, it is of great importance that the materials used in the production process are mixed homogeneously. At this point, THINKY mixers are among the technologies that have revolutionized battery production.
The Importance of Mixing Process in Battery Production
Battery production involves a variety of components, from electrode pastes to conductive adhesives, gel electrolytes to thermal management materials. Inhomogeneity of the mixture can directly affect the capacity and life of the battery. Traditional mixing methods can sometimes lead to problems such as air bubbles, material separation and poor viscosity control. This is where THINKY mixers come into play with their advanced centrifugal force and vacuum technology.
The Role of THINKY Mixers in Battery Production
THINKY mixers optimize battery production processes with vacuum and non-vacuum mixing technologies. THINKY’s centrifugal mixing technology increases repeatability and quality in production by mixing materials homogeneously without blades or mechanical contact. So, at what stages of battery production are THINKY mixers used?
1. Mixing Electrode Paste
In battery production, cathode and anode materials consist of metal oxides and carbon-based components. The even distribution of these materials and their smooth structure make a big difference in the electrode coating process. THINKY mixers increase the quality in production by mixing electrode pastes quickly, efficiently and homogeneously.
2. Mixing of Conductive Adhesives
Conductive adhesives (e.g. silver, carbon or copper based pastes) used for electrical connections in batteries require high conductivity and excellent viscosity. THINKY mixers increase the performance of adhesives by ensuring even distribution of these materials, even at the nano level.
3. Preparation of Gel Electrolytes and Solid Electrolytes
Nowadays, gel electrolytes and solid electrolytes are increasingly preferred to increase safety. THINKY mixers homogeneously distribute the ion-conducting additives in these electrolytes, increasing the conductivity of batteries and ensuring their longevity.
4. Mixing Thermal Interconnect Materials (TIM)
The graphene-based or silicon-based thermal interconnect materials (TIM) used to prevent batteries from heating up are homogeneously mixed with THINKY mixers to optimize heat management.
5. Slurry Preparation Process
Slurry is a viscous mixture used in the production of electrodes in battery production. It is formed by combining cathode and anode materials with binders, solvents and conductive additives. The homogeneity of the slurry directly affects the capacity, life and energy efficiency of the battery. THINKY mixers offer the following critical advantages in the slurry preparation process:
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Homogeneous Mixing: Mixes the materials evenly with centrifugal force without using a knife.
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Air Bubble Removal: Vacuum models eliminate air bubbles that are critical in electrode coating.
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High Repeatability: Provides the same quality every time with predetermined speed and times.
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Low Waste and Efficient Use: Reduces production costs by minimizing material loss.
Battery manufacturing is an industry that requires precise processes, and THINKY mixers play an important role in improving the quality of these processes. Thanks to vacuum and non-vacuum mixing technologies, critical materials such as electrode pastes, conductive adhesives and electrolyte solutions are prepared with superior quality. With THINKY mixers, battery manufacturers can produce more efficient, reliable and long-lasting batteries.
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