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Solef® PVDF

A copolymer used to coat the separator in li-ion batteries for extending battery life

August 2019

Solef® PVDF

A copolymer used to coat the separator in li-ion batteries for extending battery life

  • World Alliance Member
  • Featured Solution
  • Labelled Solution
Label Date August 23, 2019
From Belgium
Maturity stage TRL 9 / CRI 5-6 - Market competition driving widespread deployment &/"Bankable" grade asset class

The copolymer is a fluorinated semi-crystalline thermoplastic which is obtained by polymerizing vinylidene fluoride. Without any additives, it has the intrinsic stability inherent to fluoropolymers even when exposed to harsh environments, providing the user with a combination of properties resulting in longer equipment life. In order to extend cycle life with a better interface between electrodes and separator as well as to achieve enhanced wettability and easy assembly, the separator can be coated with an additional layer of Solef® PVDF. This coating can either be solvent based or water based. Solef® PVDF copolymer is normally used in separator coating, because it is easier for copolymer to develop good adhesion to the electrode at a certain lamination condition and it can be dissolved in a wider range of solvents. The solution can be formulated with ceramic or used alone to coat the polyolefin porous substrate.

The Environmental Benefits

  • Can be under continuous use within a wide range of temperatures.
  • Can be applied to the automotive industry and its transition to eco-friendly vehicles.

The Financial Benefits

  • Longer shelf-life while shortening charging time.

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  • Headquarters
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Company Profile

Syensqo Ventures

Syensqo Ventures is the Corporate Venture fund of Syensqo, investing in pioneering new sustainable technologies.

Headquarters 1130 Brussels, Belgium
Type Company
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