The aim here is to learn more about the products (high-nickel NCM materials, high-voltage NCM materials), their advantages and applications, as they leave the CAM factory in Dunkirk.
High-Nickel NCM Materials
Since 2011, the group XTC has been engaged in the research, development, and production of high-nickel NCM materials, with the Dunkirk plant set to adopt industry-leading technologies. Building on its NCM technology expertise, the company applies a combination of large polycrystalline particles and small single-crystalline particles, delivering advantages such as high discharge capacity, excellent high-temperature cycling performance, and low DCR growth.
Currently, both 8-series and 9-series high-nickel NCM materials have entered mass production, with XTC’s 9-series products already being used by several internationally renowned automobile manufacturers in their electric vehicles.
In addition, ultra-high-nickel NCM materials such as 92 and 95 are key R&D directions for Neomat CAM, aimed at meeting the demand of next-generation electric vehicles for higher energy density batteries.
Advantages of High-Nickel NCM Materials
- High Discharge Capacity: Full electric 1/3C capacity reaches 210–215 mAh/g.
- Excellent High-Temperature Cycling: At 45 °C, capacity retention remains at 92% after more than 1,200 cycles.
- Fast-Charging Capability: Supports 4C rapid charging.
- Low DCR Growth: Demonstrates minimal DCR increase in bi-modal sample testing.
- Strong Versatility: High adaptability across multiple application scenarios.
Applications:
- Electric vehicles
- Construction machinery
- Robotics
- Energy storage systems
High-Voltage NCM Materials
The group XTC has been engaged in the research, development, and production of high-voltage NCM materials since 2015. Through proprietary design, the company precisely regulates the ratio of nickel, cobalt, and manganese in different formulations, and applies a controlled crystallization method to produce NCM precursors. In addition, advanced techniques are employed such as multi-element doping and integrated doping-coating processes to manufacture NCM materials.
These innovations have successfully overcome the key technical barriers of high-voltage NCM materials, resulting in products with excellent power performance, long cycle life, high consistency, strong stability, and outstanding electrochemical properties. XTC’s high-voltage NCM materials have already entered the supply chain of mainstream power lithium battery manufacturers, earning broad market recognition as high-performance battery materials. NEOMAT CAM will also produce this product line at its Dunkirk facility.
Advantages of High-Voltage NCM Materials
- High Voltage: Operates above 4.4 V, delivering energy performance comparable to high-nickel batteries.
- High Power Output: Supports discharge rates up to 30C.
- Fast-Charging Capability: Enables rapid charging at 3C–10C.
- Extended Lifespan: Long cycle life with stable performance over time.
- Enhanced Safety: Excellent thermal stability ensures safe operation and non-flammable battery performance.
Applications
- Electric vehicles
- Internet of Things (IoT) devices
- Smart meters
- Residential power supply systems
- Drones
- Electric tools
