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The rapid evolution of battery technology demands cutting-edge characterization techniques to optimize performance and longevity. Advanced tools such as Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS) and Focused Ion Beam (FIB) microscopy enable nanoscale investigations of battery materials, providing critical insights into their composition and degradation mechanisms.
Next level SIMS analysis for advanced battery research
The advanced IONMASTER magSIMS system integrates a vertically mounted FIB column with a Liquid Metal Alloy Ion Source (LMAIS) and magnetic sector SIMS technology. This combination delivers unparalleled correlative analysis by offering high-resolution ion imaging alongside chemical characterization. The system’s capability to switch between ion species, such as Bi+, Au+, Li+, and Si2+, ensures optimal imaging resolution and chemical sensitivity tailored to specific applications.
To further enhance sample integrity, the system includes a transfer shuttle that allows for careful handling of air-sensitive materials under inert conditions. This minimizes the risk of oxidation or contamination during transfer, preserving the native state of sensitive battery materials and ensuring more accurate analysis.
Battery analysis with high resolution and sensitivity
With a spatial SIMS resolution below 20 nm and precise depth profiling, the system excels in examining key battery components, including electrodes and solid electrolytes. By mapping elemental distributions such as lithium, manganese, and cobalt within electrodes, we gain deeper insights into ion migration, solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) formation, and overall material stability. Furthermore, volumetric 3D reconstructions allow for a comprehensive assessment of battery behavior under operational conditions.
Modern battery characterization techniques: Improving batteries for the future
This level of advanced characterization is crucial for the development of next-generation energy storage solutions. By providing high-sensitivity, high-resolution analytics, the IONMASTER magSIMS system plays a pivotal role in optimizing battery material design and performance, paving the way for more efficient and durable energy storage technologies.
For researchers and developers seeking precise battery material analysis, the innovative approach sets a new standard in nanoscale characterization, driving advancements in battery efficiency and sustainability.
LNMC Cathode material. Li Distribution left, Mn distribution right FOV 20µm
Sample Courtesy Fraunhofer IKTS
Sample Courtesy Fraunhofer IKTS
Solid state electrolyte. Pos SIMS spectrum (left) and Li – Al map (right) the Li is confined in the grain boundaries (FOV20µm)
Sample Courtesy Fraunhofer IKTS
Sample Courtesy Fraunhofer IKTS
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IONMASTER brochure (.pdf)
RAITH’s products for battery characterization: SIMS & FIB
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