Zhenhua E-Chem NCM9000 Cathode Material 1kg

Name: Zhenhua E-Chem NCM9000 Cathode Material

Material Type: High-Nickel NCM Ternary Cathode Material (Ni / Co / Mn ≈ 91.86 / 3.23 / 4.91 by mole)

Product Code: ZH9000C2

Brand: Zhenhua E-Chem

Product Introduction:

The Zhenhua E-Chem NCM9000 Cathode Material is a high-nickel lithium-ion battery cathode powder with a Ni / Co / Mn molar ratio of approximately 91.86 / 3.23 / 4.91. The very high nickel content places NCM9000 in the ultra-high-nickel NCM category, targeting maximum gravimetric capacity for energy-dense lithium-ion cell designs. The Zhenhua E-Chem NCM9000 (model ZH9000C2) is suitable for 4.30 V applications and is well-matched to research and small-batch production of cells where high specific capacity is prioritized — at the cost of stricter handling, drier processing environments, and lower upper-cutoff voltage compared with conventional medium-nickel NCM chemistries.

Key Features:

High-nickel NCM chemistry with Ni 91.86 mol% — maximizes gravimetric capacity
High first-cycle efficiency 89.85% in CR2430 coin cell (4.30–2.8 V)
Very high specific capacity 224.5 mAh/g at 4.30 V upper cutoff
Fine particle size distribution — D10 1.36 μm / D50 3.06 μm / D90 7.18 μm, well-suited to slurry processing
Tap density 1.25 g/cm³ — characteristic of high-nickel small-particle cathode powders
Low impurity content — Fe, Na, Ca, Cu, Zn all well below specification limits
XRD-verified NMC phase purity — matches JCPDS 70-4314 standard with no unqualified secondary phases
Dark blue powder, no agglomeration, easy to handle and process

Chemical Composition:

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SEM Morphology:

SEM imaging shows fine primary particles with a narrow size distribution and minimal agglomeration. Four SEM images are provided at progressively higher magnification to illustrate particle morphology from population-scale uniformity down to individual particle surface features.

SEM at lowest magnification (population-scale view):

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Electrochemical Performance (Coin Cell):

Values measured by Xnergy. Typical values for reference; not guaranteed unless otherwise specified.

Application Areas:

Lithium-ion battery cathode for high-energy-density applications
High-nickel NCM cathode research targeting maximum gravimetric capacity
Coin-cell, pouch-cell, and prismatic-cell laboratory cell development
Cathode-slurry coating research with controlled high-nickel powder handling
Electrode formulation studies on dry-room processing of moisture-sensitive cathodes
Materials science research on ultra-high-nickel NCM versus medium-nickel or NCA chemistries

Recommended Handling:

NCM9000 is a high-nickel cathode and is significantly more moisture-sensitive than medium-nickel NCM chemistries (such as NCM523, NCM613, or NCM622). Handle and process in a dry room with dew point below −40 °C, or in an inert-atmosphere (Ar or N₂) glovebox. Open the inner moisture-barrier bag only inside a controlled-atmosphere environment, and reseal immediately after each transfer. Exposure to ambient humid air accelerates the formation of surface lithium residues (LiOH and Li₂CO₃), which increases slurry pH, can cause slurry gelation in NMP/PVDF systems, and degrades first-cycle efficiency and cycle life. Do not exceed the 4.30 V upper-cutoff voltage during charge — high-nickel materials are structurally and thermally less stable than medium-nickel NCM, and over-voltage operation increases the risk of oxygen release, electrolyte oxidation, and capacity fade. For slurry preparation, use NMP solvent with PVDF binder; coat onto aluminum current collector using a film coater (e.g., XN-VC-300, XN-VCH-300, XN-SDC) followed by drying under inert atmosphere and calendering (e.g., XN-CRPE or XN-HRPE roller press series).

Packaging & Storage:

Standard packaging is in vacuum-sealed moisture-barrier aluminum-laminated bags inside lined drums under inert atmosphere. Store sealed in a cool, dry environment away from heat sources, direct sunlight, acidic vapors, and reducing atmospheres. Once opened, transfer remaining powder into an Ar or N₂ glovebox or sealed dry box and reseal the inner moisture-barrier bag immediately. High-nickel NCM cathode powders have a shorter practical shelf life than medium-nickel NCM under equivalent storage conditions — prolonged exposure to ambient humidity will increase surface Li-residue content and degrade electrochemical performance more rapidly than for lower-nickel chemistries.

Safety:

For research and industrial use only. Wear appropriate PPE (chemical-resistant gloves, safety glasses, lab coat, N95 or higher dust respirator) when handling NCM9000 powder, especially during weighing, transfer, and slurry preparation. Avoid generating dust; transfer powders in a fume hood, glovebox, or with local exhaust ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes; in case of contact, flush with water and seek medical attention. NCM9000 contains nickel, cobalt, and manganese, which are regulated heavy metals — handle and dispose of in accordance with local environmental and occupational health regulations. High-nickel NCM materials have reduced thermal stability compared with medium-nickel NCM and may decompose with oxygen release if subjected to high temperature or over-voltage abuse — avoid prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures and do not over-charge cells beyond the 4.30 V upper limit. Refer to the included Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete safety information.

Note: Specifications listed above are typical and for reference only. Actual electrochemical performance depends on the specific cell architecture, electrolyte formulation, binder/conductive-additive composition, coating thickness, calendering parameters, formation protocol, and testing conditions — consult published literature and our technical team for guidance on specific high-nickel NCM electrode protocols. The Zhenhua E-Chem NCM9000 (model ZH9000C2) is an ultra-high-nickel cathode material suitable for laboratory and small-batch cell development where maximum gravimetric capacity is required. For complete lithium-ion battery electrode preparation workflows, see also Xnergy’s related products in the Cathode Materials category, Anode Materials category, Binders category, and Current Collectors category. For electrode-coating equipment, see the Coating equipment category including Automatic Film Coater XN-VC-300, XN-VCH-300, and Slot-Die Coating System XN-SDC. For electrode calendering, see the Calendering equipment category. For mixing and drying, see Planetary Vacuum Mixer and Three-Door Vacuum Drying Oven (XN-DVO-3). For comparison with lower-nickel NCM cathodes, see also Xnergy’s Single-Crystal NCM523 Cathode, NCM613 Cathode, and NCM Ternary Cathode (ZH6200).