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Materials for safety valves and pressure relief devices - Polypropylene (PP)
In the EPS (Encapsulated Power System) battery cell, safety valves and pressure relief devices are key components to prevent excessive pressure inside the battery. Polypropylene (PP), as a thermoplastic with good chemical stability and handling properties, is increasingly used in the manufacturing of these safety components. The following will describe in detail the application and advantages of polypropylene in the safety valve and pressure relief device of EPS battery cells.
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Basic features
Polypropylene is a common thermoplastic polymer with the following characteristics:
Chemical stability: polypropylene has good chemical resistance, can resist many acids, bases and solvents, suitable for the changeable chemical environment inside the battery.
Lightweight: The low density of polypropylene makes it ideal for lightweight materials, reducing the weight of the overall battery cell.
Excellent mechanical properties: polypropylene has good tensile strength and toughness, suitable for the design of safety valves under certain pressure.
Good thermal stability: Polypropylene has a melting point of about 160°C, which is suitable for use in the temperature range that may be generated in batteries.
Recyclability: Polypropylene can be recycled, in line with environmental requirements, in line with sustainable material selection standards.
Specific application in EPS battery
The structure and function of the safety valve: The safety valve is an important safety component of the battery, which is used to release excessive internal pressure. Due to its excellent sealing performance and elasticity, polypropylene is suitable for the manufacture of valve seals and valve bodies.
Pressure release device: The pressure release device can quickly open when the internal pressure of the battery exceeds the safety threshold, releasing pressure to avoid battery explosion or leakage. The polypropylene material has been designed with appropriate opening pressure and rebound characteristics in mind to ensure a rapid response in emergency situations.
Adaptability to the internal environment of the battery: The good resistance of polypropylene to battery electrolytes and chemicals ensures its stability in long-term use, avoiding the aging and failure of the material.
Advantages
Low cost: The production cost of polypropylene is relatively low, making the use of safety valves and pressure relief devices made of polypropylene reduce the overall manufacturing cost of the battery.
Excellent formability: polypropylene is suitable for injection molding and extrusion molding, and can easily manufacture complex safety valves to meet the needs of different battery designs.
Good electrical insulation: polypropylene itself is a good electrical insulator, which is particularly important in battery cells to prevent short circuits and electrical safety hazards.
Thermal isolation performance: polypropylene can effectively block heat conduction during battery operation, reducing the risk of heat transfer with surrounding components.
CONCLUSION
Due to its excellent chemical stability, light weight, high strength and multi-functional molding characteristics, polypropylene has become an important material for EPS cell safety valve and pressure release device.
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