Discover the world's most trusted particle size analysers for the battery industry

In the ever-evolving realm of energy and battery technology, achieving optimal material characteristics is not just a goal—it's a necessity. Malvern Panalytical is at the forefront, offering groundbreaking solutions that redefine how you approach particle size and shape analysis.

 

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Particle size is critical in the battery industry, impacting material properties crucial for performance. High performance materials need high performance analysis and Malvern Panalytical’s particle size analysers provide just that. Trusted by battery and battery material manufacturers worldwide, the Mastersizer 3000 has become the de facto standard for particle size analysis. And it’s just got even better with the introduction of the NEW Mastersizer 3000+.

We are not just a provider of instruments; we are your partner in pushing the boundaries of what's possible in battery manufacturing. Uncover unparalleled precision and solutions that propel your work to new heights. Welcome to a future where every particle counts—discover it with Malvern Panalytical.

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Mastersizer Range

Delivering the data you need for outcomes you can trust

The Mastersizer range of laser diffraction particle size analyzers set the standard for delivering rapid, accurate particle size distributions for both wet and dry dispersions. From assessing product uniformity and solubility, through to optimising packing density to improve final product performance and controlling powder flowability to increase manufacturing efficiency, particle size analysis is critical to understanding and controlling a wide range of properties. The Mastersizer range, with its intuitive software and industry-leading design and ergonomics, enables users to make these particle sizing measurements fast and routine.

 

Impressive particle sizing performance

High sample throughput and a measurement size range from 10nm to 3.5mm

Automatic alignment and cell location

Correct optical alignment is ensured before every measurement by an auto alignment procedure

Software that eases your workload

Software which delivers a modern intuitive interface and streamlined method development

Very user friendly and tons of data to play with

The Mastersizer 3000 is an incredibly user friendly and informative piece of equipment. We use it in a range of applications, conditions and set up to elucidate information on our product and process ...

Callum Chisnall— Anaphite

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Learn how to measure accurate particle sizes of battery electrode materials.
 


 

Particle Size Analysis: Key to Success in Battery Manufacturing

 
Powering Up Battery Characterisation with Mastersizer 3000+
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Powering Up Battery Characterisation with Mastersizer 3000+

Delivering an optimal and tightly controlled particle size distribution doesn’t just add value to your electrode materials, it’s key to avoiding processing problems and achieving final product quality. From optimising the flow of battery slurries, the packing density and porosity of electrode coatings, and charge rate capacity and cycling durability of battery cells – it really pays to have an accurate and reliable measure of your materials’ particle size distributions.

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Introducing Mastersizer 3000+ The smarter way to measure particle size
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Introducing Mastersizer 3000+ The smarter way to measure particle size

It’s time things changed around here… introducing the Mastersizer 3000+. In this studio event, Malvern Panalytical introduces you to the Mastersizer 3000+: the future of particle size analysis. By combining world-leading sizing performance with game-changing software solutions, this instrument makes getting the best-quality particle size data easier than ever. The Mastersizer's Product Manager, Paul Senior, will be joined by expert guests to explore what’s new for the Mastersizer through roundtable discussions, demos, a Q&A, and more. Join us to learn how the Mastersizer is now diving even deeper into the core of particle size analysis. 

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Webinar - The importance of particle size analysis
Webinar

Webinar - The importance of particle size analysis

Creating a battery material with optimum power production and energy storage will require control of the particle size distribution of the electrode materials. Laser diffraction is a widely used technique for measuring particles size distributions for materials across a wide range of industries. In this webinar we will introduce the technique of laser diffraction and show how the Mastersizer 3000 can be used to characterize battery materials.

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The impact of electrode particle size and shape on battery slurry viscosity
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The impact of electrode particle size and shape on battery slurry viscosity

In the era of heightened reliance on batteries, ensuring optimal performance through manufacturing control is crucial. Previous application notes emphasized particle size [1] and carbon microstructure [2]; now, in collaboration with NETZSCH Analyzing & Testing, our third note delves into the impact of size and shape on the viscosity of electrode slurry, advancing our understanding of battery material manufacturing.

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Characterization of Battery Materials using Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analysis
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Characterization of Battery Materials using Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analysis

The expanding battery market, driven by the rising demand for portable electronic devices and electric vehicles, necessitates continuous advancements in battery technology to deliver lightweight, long-lasting, and stable power sources. Addressing the critical aspect of particle size in electrode materials, this application note explores the characterization of common battery production materials through laser diffraction, offering insights into optimizing battery power and capacity.

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Enhancing the Particle Size Analysis of Graphite Powders
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Enhancing the Particle Size Analysis of Graphite Powders

Global graphite demand is set to surge, driven by a 2020 World Bank Group report projecting a nearly 500% increase by 2050, primarily fueled by the clean energy transition to electric cars and battery energy storage systems. This surge is notably attributable to graphite's role in lithium-ion battery anodes, where its particle size and shape, crucial for packing behavior influencing energy density, are efficiently monitored using the Hydro Insight dynamic imaging accessory with the Mastersizer 3000 laser diffraction system, aiding in method enhancements.

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Powering Up Battery Characterisation with Mastersizer 3000+
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Battery manufacturing: Reliable, adaptable particle sizing using the Mastersizer 3000+

Ensuring that the particles used in battery materials are correctly sized is essential for problem-free manufacturing and optimized battery performance. Building on the success of our Mastersizer 3000 laser diffraction instrument, we introduce here the new Mastersizer 3000+ and describe how, with its added features, it’s sure to be the instrument you rely on in your battery research and production operations, time after time.

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Mastersizer 3000+ Demonstration - SOP Architect

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