Anode Materials Development Services

NEI is at the forefront of assisting customers in developing advanced anode materials for next-generation batteries. By leveraging our deep understanding of materials science and advanced characterization techniques, NEI can help you deliver innovative anode solutions that push the boundaries of battery technology.

Areas of Expertise

NEI’s expertise extends to a wide range of anode chemistries, including graphite, silicon, and other emerging materials. We work closely with our clients to optimize anode performance, focusing on factors such as cycle life, rate capability, and safety for various battery technologies.

Battery Technologies

• Lithium-ion battery anode material development
• Sodium-ion battery anode material development
• Zinc-ion battery anode material development
• Magnesium-ion battery anode material development
• Anode materials development for aqueous electrolyte based batteries

NEI’s Capabilities

NEI works diligently with both battery developers and manufacturers to produce anode materials for that are ideally suited for their application. We specialize in custom synthesizing hard to obtain compositions, as well as developing new compositions and particle morphologies, including nanoscale particle engineering.

• Custom Anode Composition Design
• Tailored Material Morphology Control
• New Process Development
• Process Scale-Up
• Surface Modification and Coating
• Electrochemical Performance Optimization
• Synthesis Route Versatility
• Materials Characterization
• Slurry and Electrode Formulation
• Application-Specific Optimization
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting
• Fast prototyping

Solid Electrolyte Materials Development Services

NEI empowers the advancement of next-generation all-solid-state batteries by providing pioneering services in the development of advanced solid electrolytes. Researchers are actively exploring all-solid-state batteries, composite electrolytes, new materials, and interface engineering to improve the performance and safety of solid electrolyte-based batteries. The search for novel solid electrolyte materials continues, with a focus on materials that offer high ionic conductivity, wide electrochemical window, and compatibility with various electrode materials.

Areas of Expertise

We leverage our expertise in materials science and electrochemistry to design and synthesize high-performance solid electrolytes with exceptional ionic conductivity, wide electrochemical stability, and excellent mechanical properties. Our focus is on developing safe and reliable solid electrolytes that enable the realization of the full potential of all-solid-state batteries.

NEI has extensive experience in producing various compositions of solid electrolyte materials, such as:

• Sulfide-based Solid Electrolytes – such as LPS, LSPS, LPSCl (& its variants)
• Oxide-based Solid Electrolytes – such as LLTO, LLZO, & doped variants of LLZO
• Halide-based Solid Electrolytes – such as Lithium Indium Chloride (Li₃InCl₆)
• Polymer-based Solid Electrolytes – such as PEO-based polymers & polymer-ceramic composites
• Phosphate-based Solid Electrolytes – such as LATP and LAGP
• Sodium-ion Solid Electrolytes – such as NATP (Sodium Aluminum Titanium Phosphate) and other NASICONs

NEI’s Capabilities

NEI works diligently with both battery developers and manufacturers to produce solid electrolyte materials for that are ideally suited for their application. We specialize in custom synthesizing hard to obtain compositions, as well as developing new compositions and particle morphologies, including nanoscale particle engineering.

• Custom Solid Electrolyte Composition Design
• Tailored Material Morphology Control
• Surface Modification and Coating
• Tailored Microstructure Control
• Interface Engineering
• Ionic Conductivity Optimization
• Mechanical Property Tuning
• Synthesis Route Versatility
• New Process Development
• Process Scale-Up
• In-house Materials Characterization
• Electrolyte/Electrode Integration
• Collaborative Development
• Application-Specific Optimization
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting
• Fast prototyping

Carbon-based Conductive Additives

Unlock the full potential of your batteries with NEI Corporation’s expertise in optimizing carbon-based conductive additive dispersions. We leverage our advanced formulation and dispersion expertise to tailor existing carbon materials, provided by you or readily available, into optimized dispersions that meet your precise specifications. This results in improved rate capability, enhanced stability, and optimized performance for your battery systems.

Areas of Expertise

• Graphene Dispersions
• CNT Dispersions

NEI’s Capabilities

• Advanced Dispersion Formulation
• Surface Modification for Enhanced Dispersion
• Particle Size and Distribution Control
• Rheological Optimization
• Electrode Formulation Support
• Material Characterization for Dispersion Analysis
• Application-Specific Dispersion Optimization
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting
• Customized Dispersion Development
• Surface Functionalization
• Collaborative Development
• Process scale-up
• Electrochemical Performance Testing

Integrated Services for Battery Innovation

To truly bring your innovative battery concepts to fruition, NEI offers a seamlessly integrated suite of services that form a complete research and development ecosystem. Our holistic approach encompasses everything from cutting-edge materials R&D and advanced characterization techniques (like SEM, XRD, and EIS) to custom coin and pouch cell fabrication and rigorous electrochemical testing. This collaborative and comprehensive strategy ensures every aspect of your battery system is optimized, providing unparalleled insights into material performance and cell interactions. We aim to accelerate your progress and enable the successful commercialization of your next-generation battery technology.

• Electrospinning Services
  • Electrospun separators
• Electrode Fabrication Services
  • Active Material Selection: select from NEI’s in-house materials or provide your own
  • Active Material Loading: specify the active loading (mg/cm2) per side
  • Electrode Composition: specify the ratio of active material, conductive carbon, and binder content (such as 90:5:5)
  • Binder Type: select from NEI’s in-house aqueous (CMC/SBR) and non-aqueous (PVDF) binders or provide your own
  • Current Collector Type: select from NEI’s in-house battery-grade copper and aluminum foils or provide your own
  • Size Options: select from a variety of pre-cut pouch cell electrode sizes, cast sheets, or rolls
• Electrochemical Testing Services
  • Coin Cell Fabrication & Testing
  • Pouch Cell Fabrication & Testing
• Battery Materials Characterization & Testing
  • Ionic Conductivity measurements
  • Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS)
  • LiOH & Li2CO3 content measurement (in cathode powders)
  • Particle Size Analysis
  • BET Surface Area
  • X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
  • Thermal Gravimetric Analysis (TGA)
  • Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
  • Infrared Spectroscopy
  • High-resolution SEM Imaging with Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS)
  • Optical Microscopy
  • UV-Vis Spectroscopy (Range: 190 – 1100 nm)
  • Tap Density
  • Powder Density (Helium Pycnometer)

Additional Energy Applications

In addition to developing materials for Energy Storage applications, NEI can develop functional and engineered materials for other energy applications, such as:

• Energy Conversion – found in Fuel Cells and Thermoelectrics
• Energy Harvesting – includes Solar Cells and Windmills

Key Capabilities

What sets NEI Corporation apart from the competition?

1. Materials Synthesis Expertise

• Broad Material Knowledge: Deep understanding of various solid electrolyte chemistries (e.g., sulfide, oxide, polymer electrolytes).
• Customized Synthesis Techniques: Ability to tailor synthesis methods to achieve specific material properties (e.g., particle size, morphology, phase purity).
• Controlled Doping and Modification: Expertise in incorporating dopants and modifying compositions to optimize ionic conductivity and other key properties.

2. Advanced Characterization Capabilities

• Comprehensive Material Analysis: Access to state-of-the-art analytical techniques (e.g., SEM, TEM, XRD, impedance spectroscopy) to characterize material microstructure, composition, and electrochemical properties.
• Electrochemical Testing: In-house capabilities for conducting a wide range of electrochemical tests (e.g., cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy) to evaluate solid electrolyte performance.

3. Process Development and Scale-up

• Translating Lab-Scale Synthesis to Production: Ability to scale up synthesis processes from lab-scale to pilot-scale and eventually to production scale.
• Process Optimization: Expertise in optimizing synthesis processes for cost-effectiveness, reproducibility, and scalability.

4. Intellectual Property (IP) Management

• IP Protection: Assistance with intellectual property protection strategies, including patent filing and licensing.
• Confidentiality Agreements: Strict adherence to confidentiality agreements to protect client’s proprietary information.

5. Collaboration and Communication

• Close Client Collaboration: Open communication and regular updates to ensure client satisfaction and project alignment.
• Tailored Solutions: Ability to customize development plans and approaches to meet specific client needs and objectives.

Custom Battery Materials Request Form

Let’s collaborate to create the ideal battery materials for your application. Share your development needs through the form below (* – required fields), and we’ll work closely with you to design a custom solution tailored to your specific application needs. Your intellectual property is our top priority, and we guarantee complete confidentiality (view & download our mutual NDA or provide your own).