Optimized Application of NMP in Lithium-Ion Batteries: High-Efficiency Solvent Driving the New Energy Revolution
Introduction: The Key Role of NMP in the Lithium Battery Industry N-Methyl-pyrrolidone (NMP, CAS: 872-50-4) is a polar aprotic solvent widely used in the preparation of cathode slurries for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Due to its excellent solubility, low volatility, and high boiling point, NMP efficiently dissolves polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF), ensuring uniform coating of active materials on current collectors and enhancing battery performance. However, as the lithium battery industry rapidly advances, optimizing NMP usage, increasing recovery rates, reducing costs, and minimizing environmental impact have become major research focuses. 1. The Role of NMP in Lithium-Ion Batteries During lithium battery manufacturing, NMP is mainly used in the preparation of cathode slurries to ensure uniform dispersion of active materials, conductive agents, and binders, forming a stable electrode structure. Its key roles include: Dissolving PVDF binder : NMP effectively dissolves PVDF, allow...