PETRONAS, through PETRONAS Technology Ventures Sdn Bhd, has launched its second graphene-based solution, ProCharge+, a conductive additive for Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries typically used in electric vehicles, automatic guided vehicles, and the robotics sector, among others.
Formulated to enhance conductivity and thermal performance as well as extend battery life, ProCharge+ aims to meet the growing demand for more durable and compact batteries amidst the rise of electrification during energy transition.
Its Vice President of Group Technology and Commercialisation, Aadrin Azly said, ProCharge+ signifies another milestone for PETRONAS’ research and development in advanced materials.
“ProCharge+ is a versatile solution that exhibits high compatibility with various Li-ion battery chemistries, enabling seamless integration into existing manufacturing processes.
Compared to carbon black additives, ProCharge+ is demonstrably capable of significantly reducing electrode volume resistivity by 90 percent and more than 60 percent compared with carbon nanotubes (CNT).
