Graphite and carbon-based materials form the backbone of most lithium-ion battery anodes. Their purity and composition are paramount, and the amounts of oxygen or nitrogen present can dramatically affect a battery’s capacity, lifespan, and safety. In this piece, we...
About 90 years ago, LECO released the first of its kind rapid carbon determinator, changing the iron and steel industry forever. Since then, LECO has consistently pushed the boundaries of analytical testing for a wide range of materials and industries, including the...
With the recent explosion of the electric vehicle industry, lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries are in seriously high demand. Although they are not the only batteries that can power an EV, they are some of the safest, longest lasting, and most durable out there,...
