Composition: LFP batteries use lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) as the cathode material.
Safety: They are known for their high thermal and chemical stability, meaning they are less prone to overheating and fire compared to other lithium-ion battery types, such as lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO2).
Service life: LFP batteries have a long service life and can withstand thousands of charge and discharge cycles without significant capacity degradation.
Energy density: Although LFP batteries typically have a lower energy density than some other lithium-ion batteries, such as NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt), they are well suited for applications where safety and longevity are more important than maximum energy storage.
Environmental impact: LFP batteries contain no cobalt, which offers both ethical and environmental benefits, as cobalt mining is often associated with environmental and labor issues.
This month was THE boat reveal of TU Delft’s Hydro Motion Team and we are proud battery sponsors there. See below the boat the students designed themselves, which contains the battery. Their goal? Winning the …
