Integrals Power Transforms EV Battery Performance
A groundbreaking Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP) cathode active material developed by Integrals Power promises to enhance the real-world range and efficiency of EVs significantly. By extending the usable capacity of batteries under high discharge conditions, the innovation could transform EV battery performance.
Overcoming the limitations of conventional LFP Chemistries
Traditional Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries often experience a reduction in usable capacity when subjected to high discharge conditions, such as prolonged highway driving or the power demands of electric mining vehicles.
However, recent third-party testing by QinetiQ, a world-renowned research and testing organisation, has demonstrated that LMFP cells retain substantially more of their nominal capacity under these extreme conditions.
Independent testing confirms superior performance
- 99% of their original capacity at 2C (30-minute discharge time)
- 95% at 5C (12-minute discharge time)
- 60% at 10C (6-minute discharge time) – an extreme scenario far beyond typical use cases.
The results confirm the material’s ability to deliver high performance without compromising durability, making it an ideal solution for demanding EV applications.
A breakthrough in energy density and cost efficiency
The latest validation builds on previous third-party testing, which confirmed that Integrals Power had successfully incorporated 80% Manganese content while delivering nearly 150 mAh/gr specific capacity. Crucially, achieving the milestone was without the usual reduction in energy density, a common challenge at high Manganese levels.
- Higher performance compared to LFP
- Extended range capabilities for EVs
- Lower cost and reduced reliance on critical minerals compared to Nickel Cobalt Manganese (NCM) chemistries
The result means that automotive manufacturers can either extend the real-world range of EVs or achieve the same range with fewer cells, leading to lighter, more cost-effective and more sustainable battery solutions.
Industry-leading innovation from the UK
Speaking on the results, Behnam Hormozi, Founder and CEO at Integrals Power, stated:
“We’re extremely proud of the test results QinetiQ achieved using our LMFP cathode active materials because they show that we’ve delivered higher C-rate performance and higher retained capacity compromise.
“Together with the proven energy density improvements of up to 20% compared to LFP, unlocked by our 80% Manganese content and higher voltage profile of 4.1V, we are able to demonstrate to our customers worldwide that we can enable significant cost and weight reductions and develop more compact, sustainable and longer-lasting battery pack designs.”
Rigorous testing validates commercial viability
QinetiQ conducted its tests on pouch cells made using Integrals Power’s LMFP material alongside standard commercial-grade graphite anodes and liquid electrolytes. Each cell was tested at an electrode loading of 2mAh/cm² to assess its real-world potential.
The LMFP used in the tests is one of 25 patented cathode-active materials developed by Integrals Power. All materials are manufactured at the company’s UK facility, which houses a pilot plant capable of producing 20 tonnes per year.
Unlike many competitors, Integrals Power utilises high-purity raw materials rather than bulk precursors, ensuring superior quality and performance.
EV and energy storage sectors
Leading battery manufacturers in the EV and energy storage sectors are already evaluating and benchmarking samples of the LMFP material.
As the demand for more efficient, cost-effective and sustainable battery solutions grows, Integrals Power’s breakthrough technology aims to play a crucial role in shaping the future of electric mobility and energy storage.
With independent validation and industry-wide interest, its LMFP cathode material stands out as a transformative innovation in battery technology. It offers high performance, enhanced range, cost efficiency and reduced reliance on critical minerals, paving the way for the next generation of EV batteries.
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