Huntsman, a materials manufacturer, has expanded its battery solutions portfolio with new lightweight, durable polyurethane foam for the potting and fixation of cells in electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The new range also includes products that can be used as a moldable encapsulant in battery modules or packs.
The new SHOKLESS™ foam systems offer a flexible choice for maintaining the structural integrity of EV batteries in case of impact or a thermal event. The product family includes a range of low to high-density foams that can be used via common polyurethane dispensing processes and offer a wide processing window for extra handling flexibility. These new solutions can provide thermal and structural protection at a cell, module, or pack level, combined with fast processability compared to non-polyurethane alternatives.
The SHOKLESS™ systems exhibit robust mechanical properties, offering excellent compression and tensile performance with high elongation to failure. Their elastic performance remains stable at different operating temperatures ranging from -35ºC to 80ºC. The systems have also been developed to be easy to work with, thanks to their low viscosity and ability to cure quickly at low temperatures.
SHOKLESS™ polyurethane systems are generally compatible with a number of different manufacturing methods such as open- and closed-pour (injection) and cold-cure molding. Certain products in the range can also be dispensed with high-pressure equipment. Huntsman also offers simulation and modeling capabilities that can help customers customize and optimize processing parameters, and the structural and thermal performance of the materials, so they can get the very best out of the SHOKLESS™ system they select.
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