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Lithium battery manufacturing

Vacuum solutions for the lithium-ion battery manufacturing process.

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Lithium-ion batteries are at the heart of e-mobility. They can currently store more charge per unit of mass than other battery types – and make reasonable ranges possible.

Key processes during their manufacture are performed under vacuum. Our vacuum solutions are operated at major lithium-ion battery production sites the world over. They are renowned for their reliability in all stages of the lithium-ion battery production.

Battery manufacturing process

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Lithium-ion battery manufacturing process

Vacuum is a critical requirement in every stage of the manufacturing process of lithium-ion batteries.
From mixing, drying, filling, degassing up to sealing. Without vacuum, many steps wouldn’t even be possible.
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mixing

Slurry mixing

The initial mixing process of the slurry with lithium metal oxides, binding agents and solvents takes place under vacuum.
This prevents air bubbles from getting into the process and ensures a pure, homogenous paste.

The result: improved cell capacity.

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drying

Slurry drying

Vacuum is used in the drying process to gently remove moisture and other solvents.

Vacuum drying can be performed in batches (single chamber) or in-line (multi-chamber system, typically seven to nine chambers).

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filling

Electrolyte filling

The cell is evacuated with the help of vacuum to ensure that there is no remaining moisture or air. Afterwards the electrolyte filling also takes place under vacuum for an even distribution of the electrolyte within the cell.

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Impregnating of the lithium-ion battery cell

The contact between the electrode and electrolyte is essential for the function and efficiency of the battery cell.

Vacuum assists this process to ensure that contact is without voids.

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degassing

Degassing of the electrolyte

The electrolyte is degassed under vacuum to eliminate air bubbles. Thus, lithium-ions are able to move freely enabling efficient charging and discharging of the battery.

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Need vacuum in your process?

We will design your tailor-made vacuum solution.

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Our vacuum solutions are operated at major lithium-ion battery production sites. The world over. And are renowned for their reliability. In all stages of the lithium-ion battery production.

 
Slurry mixing
Slurry drying
Elecrolyte filing
Impregnation
Degassing
 
 
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COBRA NC/NX
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MINK MM/MV
 
 
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ZEBRA
 
 
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Measurement equipment
 
 
 
 
 
VACTEST vacuum gauges
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TAPIR leak detetors
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Product details

R5 RA

  • Oil-lubricated rotary vane vacuum pumps
  • Improved cooling system for colder pump body
  • Reduced maintenance costs due to extended interval between oil changes
  • Higher ambient temperature possible
  • Manufactured in an IATF (International Automotive Task Force) 16949:2016 certified plant

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  • R5 RA 0025/0040 F
    R5 RA 0025/0040 F

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 20 m³/h Max. 48 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.1 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA 0063/0100 F
    R5 RA 0063/0100 F

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 63 m³/h Max. 120 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.1 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA 0155 A
    R5 RA 0155 A

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 150 m³/h Max. 175 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.1 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA 0165–0305 D
    R5 RA 0165–0305 D

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 160 m³/h Max. 360 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure (gas-ballast valve open/closed):
    0.5/0.1 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA 0400–0630 C
    R5 RA 0400–0630 C

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 410 m³/h Max. 760 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.1 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA 0520 A
    R5 RA 0520 A

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 430 m³/h Max. 520 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.1 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA 0840 A PLUS
    R5 RA 0840 A PLUS

    Nominal pumping speed:
    400–840 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.1 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA 1000/1600 A PLUS
    R5 RA 1000/1600 A PLUS

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 440 m³/h Max. 1800 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.3 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA 1000/1600 B
    R5 RA 1000/1600 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 1000 m³/h Max. 1800 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.3 hPa(mbar)

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  • R5 RA/RC 0010/0016 C
    R5 RA/RC 0010/0016 C

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 12 m³/h Max. 19 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    Min. 20 hPa(mbar) Max. 0.5 hPa(mbar)

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COBRA NC/NX

  • Dry screw vacuum pump technology with low maintenance costs and without oil emissions
  • High pumping speeds for increased productivity
  • Manufactured in an IATF (International Automotive Task Force) 16949:2016 certified plant

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  • COBRA NC 0100–0300 B
    COBRA NC 0100–0300 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 110 m³/h Max. 385 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    ≤ 0.01 hPa (mbar)

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  • COBRA NC 0400–1000 B/C
    COBRA NC 0400–1000 B/C

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 350 m³/h Max. 1000 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    ≤ 0.01 hPa (mbar)

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  • COBRA NC 0600 C
    COBRA NC 0600 C

    Nominal pumping speed:
    600 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    ≤ 0.01 hPa (mbar)

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  • COBRA NC 0630–2000 B/C VR
    COBRA NC 0630–2000 B/C VR

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 580 m³/h Max. 2600 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    < 20 hPa (mbar)

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  • COBRA NC 2500 B
    COBRA NC 2500 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 2000 m³/h Max. 2500 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    ≤ 1.0 hPa (mbar)

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  • COBRA NX 0450/0650 A
    COBRA NX 0450/0650 A

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 350 m³/h Max. 650 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    ≤ 0.1 hPa (mbar)

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  • COBRA NX 0950 A
    COBRA NX 0950 A

    Nominal pumping speed:
    950 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.01 hPa (mbar)

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  • COBRA NX 0950 A PLUS
    COBRA NX 0950 A PLUS

    Nominal pumping speed:
    900 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    0.01 hPa (mbar)

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MINK MM/MV

  • Latest dry claw vacuum technology
  • Nearly maintenance-free
  • Low energy consumption

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  • MINK MM 0084–0182 A
    MINK MM 0084–0182 A

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 62 m³/h Max. 175 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    Min. 60 hPa(mbar) Max. 40 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MM 1104/1102 CVM
    MINK MM 1104/1102 CVM

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 62 m³/h Max. 135 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    400 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MM 1104–1142 BP
    MINK MM 1104–1142 BP

    Volume flow (at inlet):
    Min. 75 m³/h Max. 170 m³/h
    Overpressure:
    Min. 0.7 bar(g) Max. 2.0 bar(g)

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  • MINK MM 1104–1142 BV
    MINK MM 1104–1142 BV

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 62 m³/h Max. 175 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    60 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MM 1202/1252 AV
    MINK MM 1202/1252 AV

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 200 m³/h Max. 290 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    100 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MM 1202–1322 AP
    MINK MM 1202–1322 AP

    Volume flow (at inlet):
    Min. 200 m³/h Max. 360 m³/h
    Overpressure:
    Min. 0.7 bar(g) Max. 2.0 bar(g)

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  • MINK MM 1324/1322 AV
    MINK MM 1324/1322 AV

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 160 m³/h Max. 360 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    Min. 150 hPa(mbar) Max. 60 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MM 1402/1502 AV
    MINK MM 1402/1502 AV

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 400 m³/h Max. 600 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    200 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MV 0040–0080 D Synchro
    MINK MV 0040–0080 D Synchro

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 40 m³/h Max. 80 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    40 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MV 0310 B
    MINK MV 0310 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    345 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    150 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MV 0312 B
    MINK MV 0312 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 290 m³/h Max. 345 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    150 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MV 0500/0600 B
    MINK MV 0500/0600 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 470 m³/h Max. 600 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    200 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MV 0502/0602 B
    MINK MV 0502/0602 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 470 m³/h Max. 600 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    200 hPa(mbar)

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  • MINK MV 1202 B
    MINK MV 1202 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 950 m³/h Max. 1150 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    200 hPa(mbar)

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ZEBRA

  • Proven rotary vane vacuum technology
  • Robust construction
  • Stable pumping speed

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  • ZEBRA RH 0003–0010 B
    ZEBRA RH 0003–0010 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 2.4 m³/h Max. 9.7 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    6.7 · 10⁻³ hPa(mbar)

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  • ZEBRA RH 0015–0021 B
    ZEBRA RH 0015–0021 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 12.0 m³/h Max. 20.2 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    6.7 · 10⁻³ hPa(mbar)

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  • ZEBRA RH 0030–0090 B
    ZEBRA RH 0030–0090 B

    Nominal pumping speed:
    Min. 24 m³/h Max. 95 m³/h
    Ultimate pressure:
    6.7 · 10⁻³ hPa(mbar)

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VACTEST

  • Full measurement range (1600 to 5 · 10⁻¹⁰ mbar)
  • State-of-the-art micro-controller technology
  • Insensitive to shock venting

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TAPIR

  • Highly sensitive leak detection
  • Spray test and sniffing leak detection with helium or hydrogen
  • Customizable parameter settings

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The Busch promise

Products

Wide range of different vacuum technologies perfectly suited for all vacuum-assisted stages of lithium-ion battery production

IATF

Manufacturing in IATF-certified plants (International Automotive Task Force 16949: 2016)

Systems

Extensive centralized systems building competence

ARPQP

Unique support according to IATF standards with our exclusive ARPQP service

Service

Large variety of service packages, including our OO digital services

Savings

Up to 55% energy savings with our Busch solutions