Silicones for safer
EV batteries
Extend time available for evacuation
Prevent thermal propagation
Limit thermal spread
In case of a battery thermal runaway, every second is important.
WACKER’s silicones can contribute to containing propagation. Our battery researchers have prepared test results and product recommendations for you.
See how:
- Potting or coating with silicones can help to limit thermal spread
- Silicones can protect battery cells and prevent thermal propagation
- A silicone resin fiber laminate can extend passenger evacuation time and increase battery safety: It remains intact even in the hot particle stream produced by thermal runaway
Download test results
Learn how silicones help to extend time available for evacuation. It’s been compiled by two of our leading researchers for silicone battery safety materials: Dr. Martina Schüssler and Dr. Vera Seitz.
Materials to prevent thermal runaway in battery
- Gas torch test for battery potting ELASTOSIL® CM 145: Resistance to fire, heat and particles during cell venting / electrical isolation
- UL 2596 Battery Safety Test for battery lid made from 2-mm silicone resin/carbon fiber laminate: Excellent thermal and fire resistance, up to several hours at 1500 °C
- Product portfolio for potting battery cells
- Product portfolio for battery assembly and TIM, power electronics
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Improving battery safety with silicones
Potting compounds, coatings and silicone resins as binders for composite materials: Silicones deliver crucial improvements when it comes to preventing thermal propagation and thermal spread.
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As a leading manufacturer of silicones, WACKER provides innovative products for the e-mobility market. We work closely with OEMs and suppliers on developing silicone solutions to master the challenges our customers face.