Lithium battery energy storage cabinet welding

What kind of metal is used to weld lithium ion batteries?

Tabs and Busbars: These are tiny metal strips that join the different battery cells in a pack together. Usually, nickel or nickel-plated steel is used to make them because of its excellent conductivity and weldability. How is spot welding performed on lithium-ion batteries?

Which welding techniques can be used for connecting battery cells?

Brass (CuZn37) test samples are used for the quantitative comparison of the welding techniques, as this metal can be processed by all three welding techniques. At the end of the presented work, the suitability of resistance spot, ultrasonic and laser beam welding for connecting battery cells is evaluated.

Can a battery cell casing be welded?

The findings are applicable to all kinds of battery cell casings. Additionally, the three welding techniques are compared quantitatively in terms of ultimate tensile strength, heat input into a battery cell caused by the welding process, and electrical contact resistance.

How is a 26650 lithium-ion battery welded?

As external conductor a CuZn37 sheet of 0.2 mm thickness was welded at the negative pole of the cell. The negative tab of the battery cells is made of nickel-plated steel. Welding results for the 26650 lithium-ion cells and the chosen geometries of the weld areas are shown in Fig. 16.

Why are lithium-ion battery cells used in energy storage devices?

Due to the high energy density of Lithium-ion battery cells of 18650-type (in this case 162 Wh/kg) the usage in energy storage devices increases. Furthermore these cells offer ready availability and low prices. To reach high and suitable energy capacity several of the cells have to be connected in parallel.

What is spot welding a lithium ion battery?

Spot welding is the recommended technique for joining parts of a lithium-ion battery because of several factors: Precision: Precise welds are made possible by the localized heat generation, which doesn’t damage nearby materials. In the process of making batteries, this is vital because too much heat can harm delicate cell components.