Copper Foam for Lithium Battery Current Collectors | Porous Metal Foam Raw Material
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Copper Foam for Lithium Battery Current Collectors | Porous Metal Foam | High Porosity 90-98% | Gelon
Product Overview
Our Copper Foam is a high-performance porous metal foam material engineered specifically for lithium battery current collectors and advanced electrochemical applications. This three-dimensional, open-cell foam structure provides exceptional electrical and thermal conductivity, making it an ideal electrode substrate for lithium-ion batteries, fuel cells, and other energy storage devices.
This copper foam material features a uniformly interconnected porous network with porosity ranging from 90% to 98% and thickness options from 0.5mm to 30mm. The unique 3D structure offers multiple functional benefits including excellent heat and electricity conduction, large specific surface area, and lightweight construction.
Furthermore, this copper foam serves as an outstanding current collector material that can effectively replace conventional copper foil in advanced battery architectures. Its three-dimensional structure provides:
- Enhanced electrolyte penetration and ion diffusion pathways
- Improved mechanical strength and structural integrity
- Superior active material loading capacity
- Effective volume change accommodation during charge-discharge cycles
Business & Logistics Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Place of Origin | China |
| Brand Name | Gelon |
| Model Number | GN |
| Certification | CE |
| Minimum Order Quantity | 100 pcs |
| Packaging Details | Standard exported package: Internal anti-collision protection, external export wooden box packaging |
| Delivery Time | 15 days |
| Payment Terms | L/C, D/A, D/P, T/T, Western Union, MoneyGram |
| Supply Ability | 5000 pcs per month |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
What is Copper Foam?
Copper foam is a three-dimensional porous metallic material characterized by its interconnected network structure. It combines the excellent conductivity of copper with the advantages of a porous architecture, offering:
- High porosity (90-98%) for maximum surface area
- Lightweight construction with density as low as 0.15 g/cm³
- Excellent electrical conductivity for efficient current collection
- Superior thermal conductivity for heat dissipation
- Open-cell structure for electrolyte flow and ion transport
This unique combination of properties makes copper foam an ideal material for advanced energy storage applications .
Key Material Properties
1. Exceptional Porosity
- Porosity range: 90% – 98%
- Maximizes active surface area for electrochemical reactions
- Provides abundant pathways for ion diffusion
- Enables high loading of active materials
2. Wide Thickness Range
- Thickness options: 0.5mm to 30mm
- Available in various thicknesses for different applications
- Can be customized to specific requirements
3. Low Density
- Density range: 0.15 – 0.45 g/cm³
- Significantly lighter than solid copper
- Reduces overall battery weight
- Improves energy density
4. High Purity Copper
- Manufactured from high-purity copper
- Ensures excellent electrical conductivity
- Provides reliable electrochemical performance
5. 3D Porous Architecture
- Open-cell structure with interconnected pores
- Enables uniform current distribution
- Facilitates electrolyte wetting and penetration
- Accommodates volume changes during cycling
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Porous Metal Foam | |
| Material | Copper (Cu) | High purity |
| Thickness | 0.5 – 30 mm | Wide range available |
| Porosity | 90% – 98% | |
| Density | 0.15 – 0.45 g/cm³ | |
| Type | Roll / Sheet | Both formats available |
| Application | Accessory / Current Collector | For lithium battery manufacturing |
| Usage | Lithium Ion Battery Manufacturing | Electrode substrate |
| Certification | CE |
Applications
1. Lithium Ion Battery Current Collectors
- Electrode substrate for lithium-ion batteries
- Anode current collector for advanced battery designs
- Provides 3D scaffold for active materials
- Enhances electron transport and ion diffusion
2. Fuel Cell Electrodes
- Electrode material for various fuel cell types
- High surface area for catalytic reactions
- Efficient gas diffusion pathways
3. Heat Dissipation and Thermal Management
- Heat diffusion materials for electronic components
- Thermal management for CPU, display cards, and LEDs
- Excellent thermal conductivity for efficient cooling
4. Electromagnetic Shielding
- EMI shielding materials for electronic devices
- Lightweight alternative to solid metal shields
- Effective electromagnetic interference protection
5. Catalyst Supports
- Catalyst carrier material for chemical reactions
- High surface area for catalyst deposition
- Stable substrate for various catalytic applications
6. Filtration Materials
- Filtration media for various efficiency grades
- Initial-efficiency, intermediate-efficiency, and sub-micron filtration
- Reusable and durable filter material
7. Construction and Decoration
- Decoration materials for architectural applications
- Lightweight metallic appearance
- Sound absorption properties
Why Choose Copper Foam Over Conventional Foil?
Why Choose Gelon Copper Foam
- Superior 3D Architecture: Our copper foam features a uniform, interconnected porous network with 90-98% porosity, providing maximum surface area for electrochemical reactions and efficient ion transport.
- Versatile Thickness Options: Available from 0.5mm to 30mm, we offer the flexibility to match your specific application requirements, from thin current collectors to thick electrode scaffolds.
- Lightweight Design: With density as low as 0.15 g/cm³, our copper foam significantly reduces battery weight compared to solid copper, contributing to improved energy density.
- Excellent Conductivity: The high-purity copper construction ensures outstanding electrical and thermal conductivity for efficient current collection and heat dissipation.
- Enhanced Safety: The 3D porous structure helps suppress dendrite growth and accommodate volume changes during cycling, improving battery safety and cycle life .
- Multiple Format Options: Available in both roll and sheet formats to suit your production process.
- CE Certified: This material meets international quality and safety standards.
- Wide Application Range: Suitable for batteries, fuel cells, thermal management, EMI shielding, catalysis, filtration, and more.
Complete Battery Solutions from Gelon
This Copper Foam is part of Gelon’s comprehensive lithium battery material and equipment offering:
1. Full Set of Lithium Battery Materials
- Cathode Materials: LiMn₂O₄, LTO, LiNiMnCoO₂ (NMC), LiCoO₂
- Anode Materials: Graphite (MCMB), natural graphite
- Current Collectors: Copper foam, carbon coated copper foil, aluminum foil, standard copper foil
- Separators: Battery separator
- Aluminum Laminated Film: For pouch cell cases
- Electrolyte: Various formulations
- Other Accessories: Binders, conductive additives, tabs, and more
2. Full Set of Lithium Battery Production Equipment
Complete laboratory and production equipment including:
- Mixing machine → Coating machine → Oven → Rolling machine
- Slitting machine → Stacking machine → Winding machine → Sealing machine
- Vacuum ovens → Glove boxes → And more…
3. Full Set of Lithium Battery Technology
- Laboratory Design: We can design your battery lab according to your requirements
- Production Line Design: Complete production line layout and configuration
- Process Support: Technical guidance for battery manufacturing
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is copper foam?
A: Copper foam is a three-dimensional porous metallic material with an interconnected network structure. It combines the excellent conductivity of copper with the advantages of high surface area and lightweight construction, making it ideal for battery current collectors and other electrochemical applications .
Q: What are the key specifications of this copper foam?
A: Our copper foam offers porosity of 90-98%, thickness range of 0.5-30mm, and density of 0.15-0.45 g/cm³.
Q: How does copper foam improve battery performance?
A: The 3D porous structure provides:
- Larger surface area for active material loading
- Better electrolyte penetration and ion diffusion
- Improved mechanical strength to accommodate volume changes
- Enhanced electron transport pathways
- Effective dendrite suppression for improved safety
Q: What thickness options are available?
A: We offer copper foam in thicknesses from 0.5mm to 30mm to suit various applications.
Q: What is the porosity range?
A: Porosity ranges from 90% to 98%, providing maximum surface area while maintaining structural integrity.
Q: What is the density?
A: Density ranges from 0.15 to 0.45 g/cm³, significantly lighter than solid copper.
Q: In what formats is this material available?
A: We supply copper foam in both roll and sheet formats to accommodate different production processes.
Q: What are the main applications for copper foam?
A: Key applications include:
- Lithium battery current collectors
- Fuel cell electrodes
- Heat dissipation materials for electronics
- Electromagnetic shielding
- Catalyst supports
- Filtration materials
- Decorative construction materials
Q: Can copper foam be used as a direct replacement for copper foil?
A: In advanced battery designs, copper foam serves as a 3D current collector that offers advantages over traditional foil, particularly for high-loading electrodes, silicon anodes, and lithium metal batteries where volume changes and dendrite suppression are concerns .
Q: What is the minimum order quantity?
A: The minimum order quantity is 100 pcs.
Q: Is this material CE certified?
A: Yes, this product is CE certified, meeting international quality and safety standards.
Q: What is the delivery time?
A: Standard delivery is 15 days after order confirmation.
Q: Do you supply other battery materials?
A: Yes! Gelon offers a complete range of lithium battery materials including cathodes, anodes, separators, electrolytes, and current collectors.
Shipping and Packaging Information
Shipping Methods: We offer various shipping options based on your location and timeline
Packaging: Standard exported package with internal anti-collision protection and external export wooden box packaging ensures safe international delivery
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