LiFePO4 Battery

LiFePO4 Battery is a lithium-ion battery with lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) as the positive electrode material and carbon as the negative electrode material. The rated voltage of the single cell is 3.2V, and the charging cut-off voltage is 3.6V~3.65V. During charging, some lithium ions in lithium iron phosphate are released, transferred to the negative electrode through the electrolyte, and embedded in the negative electrode carbon material; at the same time, electrons are released from the positive electrode and reach the negative electrode from the external circuit to maintain the balance of the chemical reaction. During discharge, lithium ions are released from the negative electrode and reach the positive electrode through the electrolyte. At the same time, the negative electrode releases electrons and reaches the positive electrode from the external circuit to provide energy to the outside world.

The main function of lithium iron phosphate battery is to store and release electrical energy. It can convert electrical energy into chemical energy and store it inside the battery. When needed, it can convert chemical energy into electrical energy and release it to provide power for various devices.

Characteristics and advantages of LiFePO4 Battery

Lithium iron phosphate battery has many characteristics and advantages, making it an ideal choice in many fields.

High safety:

Lithium iron phosphate completely solves the safety hazards of lithium cobalt oxide and lithium manganese oxide. Lithium cobalt oxide and lithium manganese oxide may explode under strong collisions, posing a threat to the safety of consumers. Lithium iron phosphate has undergone rigorous safety testing and will not explode even under the harshest conditions. Lithium iron phosphate batteries are also less likely to explode or catch fire at high temperatures or in overcharged states.

Long life: Lithium iron phosphate batteries have a long cycle life, typically more than 2,000 times, making them more durable than other lithium-ion batteries.

Under the same conditions, the life of a lithium iron phosphate battery will reach 78 years, while a lead-acid battery can only be used for a maximum of 11.5 years.

Fast charging: Lithium iron phosphate batteries have lower internal resistance and can tolerate higher charging currents, so fast charging can be achieved.

Under a dedicated charger, lithium iron phosphate batteries can be fully charged in a shorter time.

High discharge rate: Lithium iron phosphate batteries can provide higher discharge rates and are suitable for applications that require high power output.

For example, in power tools, electric vehicles, and Energy Storage Systems, lithium iron phosphate batteries can quickly release large amounts of electrical energy.

Environmental protection and renewable: Lithium iron phosphate batteries do not contain heavy metal harmful substances and have little impact on the environment. Its materials can be almost completely recycled and reused, and have high renewability. 

High-efficiency output: Lithium iron phosphate batteries have high-efficiency output capabilities, with a standard discharge of 2~5C, continuous high-current discharge of up to 10C, and instantaneous pulse discharge (10S) of up to 20C. 

High temperature resistance: The electric heating peak of lithium iron phosphate batteries can reach 350℃~500℃, while lithium manganese oxide and lithium cobalt oxide are only around 200℃.

No memory effect: Lithium iron phosphate batteries do not have a memory effect and can be charged and discharged at any time without damaging battery performance.

 Large capacity: Lithium iron phosphate batteries have a relatively large capacity and can store more electrical energy.

 Good stability: Lithium iron phosphate batteries have a stable structure during charging and discharging, and are not prone to disintegration or deformation. 

 Application areas of LiFePO4 Battery Lithium iron phosphate batteries are widely used in many fields due to their unique advantages and characteristics. 

Electric vehicles: Lithium iron phosphate batteries play an important role in electric vehicles such as passenger cars, buses, logistics vehicles, and low-speed electric vehicles. Especially in buses and logistics vehicles, lithium iron phosphate batteries have irreplaceable advantages.

 Energy storage system: Lithium iron phosphate batteries are widely used in the fields of safe grid connection of renewable energy power stations, grid peak regulation, distributed power stations, etc. In energy storage systems, lithium iron phosphate batteries can efficiently store and release electrical energy to meet various needs. UPS power supply and emergency power supply system: Lithium iron phosphate batteries play an important role in UPS power supply and emergency power supply system. In the event of power outages or emergencies, lithium iron phosphate batteries can quickly provide power to ensure the normal operation of equipment. 

Industrial equipment: Lithium iron phosphate batteries are also used in various industrial equipment, such as power tools, electric forklifts, stackers, etc. These devices require high power output and long life batteries to support their normal operation. 

Consumer electronics: Although the application of lithium iron phosphate batteries in the field of consumer electronics is relatively small, there are still some products that use lithium iron phosphate batteries. For example, some portable devices, remote control toys, etc. may use lithium iron phosphate batteries to provide power.

Other fields:

Lithium iron phosphate batteries are also used in medical equipment, aerospace and other fields.

In these fields, the high safety, long life and high efficiency of lithium iron phosphate batteries have been fully utilized.

As an advanced lithium-ion battery technology, lithium iron phosphate batteries have the advantages of high safety, long life, fast charging, high discharge rate, environmental protection and renewable. These advantages make lithium iron phosphate batteries widely used in many fields such as electric vehicles, energy storage systems, UPS power supplies and emergency power supply systems, industrial equipment and consumer electronics. With the continuous advancement of technology and the expansion of market scale, the application prospects of lithium iron phosphate batteries will be broader. At the same time, we also look forward to lithium iron phosphate batteries continuing to play their unique advantages in the future and bring more convenience and benefits to people's production and life.