Cabot Corporation Unveils Latest LITX® 95F Conductive Carbon, Designed for Energy Storage Applications

Cabot Corporation Unveils Latest LITX® 95F Conductive Carbon, Designed for Energy Storage Applications

Cabot Corporation Introduces LITX® 95F Conductive Carbon for Energy Storage Systems

Cabot Corporation, a global specialty chemicals and performance materials company, has launched a new product, LITX 95F conductive carbon, designed for use in lithium-ion batteries for energy storage systems (ESS). The new product is engineered to address the evolving needs of the ESS market, particularly the need for advanced lithium-ion batteries that offer superior cycle life, optimal power delivery, and long-term reliability [1].

The LITX 95F product is a significant addition to Cabot's portfolio, delivering enhanced electrical conductivity, improved long cycle life, and better processability. These features contribute to the durability and stability needed for frequent battery cycling in ESS applications. LITX 95F improves capacity retention, particularly in pouch cells with thick electrode designs, allowing manufacturers flexibility in formulating batteries optimised for various ESS needs [1].

The highly structured morphology of LITX 95F enhances conductivity and maintains stability during repeated charge-discharge cycles. Additionally, it enables the use of thick cathodes, which helps reduce material costs without sacrificing battery performance or energy density [1].

Jeff Zhu, executive vice president and president of Carbon & Silica Technologies, Battery Materials, and Asia Pacific Region at Cabot Corporation, made a statement regarding the new product. He emphasised that Cabot Corporation's deep industry expertise is leveraged in the development of the LITX 95F product. The LITX 95F solution addresses the challenges faced by the ESS market by delivering key performance and efficiency advantages that are vital for accelerating energy storage system adoption [1].

The LITX 95F product is engineered for cells used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. It is intended to help enable a more sustainable future by delivering innovative solutions for battery technologies. As the market continues to scale, battery manufacturers need to deliver solutions that are both high-performing and cost-effective [1].

The global energy storage system market is growing rapidly due to the rising demand for grid flexibility, the transition to renewable energy, and the need for reliable power across various sectors. The LITX 95F product is designed to support this energy transition at a global scale [1].

In conclusion, Cabot Corporation's LITX 95F solution offers a combination of high performance and cost efficiency, making it an ideal choice for manufacturers looking to meet the evolving needs of the ESS market. It has demonstrated excellent capacity retention in pouch cell performance testing with thick electrode design, setting a new standard for lithium-ion batteries used in energy storage systems.

[1] Cabot Corporation press release, 2022.

Science and technology are integrated in the development of Cabot Corporation's LITX 95F conductive carbon, a new product designed for energy storage systems (ESS). This advanced material, engineered through scientific research and technological innovation, offers improved electrical conductivity, long cycle life, and better processability, essential features for frequent battery cycling in ESS applications.

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