Lithium in batteries

Lithium carbonate is used in the manufacture of lithium-ion batteries, used in both portable equipment and electric vehicles, thanks to its stability and purity.

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Use of lithium carbonate in batteries

Our lithium carbonate It is a key input for the manufacture of cathode materials en lithium ion batteries. Thanks to its high purity and stabilityIt allows for the production of lighter, more efficient batteries with longer life cycles.

In this way, our carbonate It promotes electric mobility and the storage of renewable energy, bringing innovation and sustainability to every charge.

industrial applications

Portable equipment: phones, notebooks, cameras.

Electric vehicles: LFP (carbonate) and NMC/NCA (hydroxide) batteries.

Energy storage systems: stability and energy density.

Industrial electronics: requirements for long service life and efficiency.

How does it work in battery manufacturing?

It is processed to obtain lithium oxides used in cathodes (for example, LFP, NMC, NCA).

Su purity and crystalline form They allow for a controlled and efficient synthesis of the active material.

Carbonate is more economic and stableideal for batteries LFP and compositions NMC low-nickel.

Industrial benefits

High energy density and extended life cycles: thanks to the use of high-quality lithium cathodes.

Thermal and operational stability: Carbonate is more stable and easier to handle chemically.

Optional use: compatible with batteries LFP and some NMC, maintaining efficiency at a lower cost.

Why is our lithium carbonate ideal?

Purity ≥ 99% and micronized battery grade: guaranteeing better performance in cathodes.

Responsible production: powered by solar energy and with full traceability.

Consistent supply: with reliable logistics from Puerto Angamos (99% operational).

Differences between lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide in batteries

Both the lithium carbonate (Li₂CO₃) as the lithium hydroxide (LiOH) are used in the manufacture of lithium ion batteriesbut each one is better suited to different types of cathodes and end applications.

El lithium carbonate It is ideal for producing batteries with cathodes of the type LFP (lithium iron phosphate) and NMC with low nickel content. These batteries are characterized by their thermal safety, long service life and lower costTherefore, they are commonly used in electronic devices, stationary energy storage, and mid-range electric vehicles.

Instead, lithium hydroxide It is the preferred material for manufacturing high-nickel cathodes, such as NMC811 o NCAwhich allows for greater energy density. This translates into lighter batteries with greater autonomy, which makes them especially attractive to high-end electric vehicles, electric buses and commercial fleets which require long distances per load. Their greater purity and ability to operate at lower temperatures during synthesis also improve the overall battery performance.

Therefore, the lithium carbonate It is used in batteries where stability and cost efficiency are paramount, while the lithium hydroxide It is key for high-performance, long-range batteries, especially in the automotive sector.

Specifications of lithium carbonate in batteries

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FIN9000.00

Lithium carbonate, 99% min Li2CO3

Technical Grade - Powder 99% min

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FIN9500.00

Lithium carbonate, 99% min Li2CO3

Lithium carbonate is a white, odorless salt composed of lithium, carbon, and oxygen, with the chemical formula Li₂CO₃. It is used in various applications such as the production of lithium-ion batteries, ceramics, specialty glasses, lubricants, and in the synthesis of chemical compounds.

En Novandino Litio We produce high-purity lithium carbonate, with a minimum of 99%. The lithium is obtained from the brine of the Atacama Salt Flat in northern Chile and is then processed in our production plants in Antofagasta using various chemical processes that allow us to achieve the quality required by the industry.

Our technical lithium carbonate is supplied to customers all over the world, contributing to key industrial applications, from the manufacture of batteries for electric vehicles and electronic devices to inputs for ceramics and specialty glasses.

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MIC8900.00

Technical lithium carbonate, 99.0% min Li2CO3

Technical Grade -Micronized 99%

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MIC9000.00

Lithium carbonate, 99.2% min Li2CO3

Battery Grade – Micronized – 99.2% min