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942111

Sodium Vanadium Phosphate

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NVP cathode active material for sodium-ion batteries, carbon-coated, battery grade

Synonym(s):

NASICON-type Sodium Vanadium Phosphate, NVP, Sodium Vanadium(III) Phosphate, Trisodium Divanadium Tris(phosphate)

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
Na3V2(PO4)3
CAS Number:
UNSPSC Code:
26111700
NACRES:
NA.21
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InChI

1S/Na.H3O4P.V/c;1-5(2,3)4;/h;(H3,1,2,3,4);

InChI key

WDFGALOUDGKIOM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES string

[Na].[V].O=P(O)(O)O

grade

battery grade

form

powder

mol wt

455.77 g/mol

composition

Na3V2(PO4)3

Quality Level

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particle size

12 μm (D50)

capacity

(110 mAh/g at 0.1C from 3.8 to 2.5V)(typical)

mp

>800 °C (lit.)

density

1.66 g/cm3 (theoretical)

application(s)

battery manufacturing

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General description

Sodium vanadium phosphate (NVP), with the chemical formula Na3V2(PO4)3, is an air-stable cathode active material designed for sodium-ion batteries. It features a NASICON-type crystal structure with rhombohedral symmetry (space group R3̅c), which promotes efficient sodium-ion conduction through its three-dimensional framework. The material is supplied as a carbon-coated powder to enhance electrical conductivity, with a typical particle size of 12 μm (D50) and a surface area of approximately 30 m²/g. NVP exhibits high thermal stability, with a melting point exceeding 800 °C. Its air stability and favorable electrochemical properties make it an excellent choice for battery manufacturing applications.

Sodium Vanadium Phosphate is an efficient cathode material for sodium-ion batteries, known for its high stability and energy density. Its application supports greener technologies by providing cost-effective, sustainable, and long-lasting energy storage solutions with reduced environmental impact and reliance on scarce materials. Click here for more information.

Application

Sodium vanadium phosphate (NVP) is a cost-effective and sustainable cathode material ideal for sodium-ion battery research and development. Its NASICON-type crystal structure enables efficient sodium-ion transport, leading to high specific capacities even at fast charging and discharging rates, along with excellent cycling stability. A standout feature of NVP is its flat voltage profile with a plateau at 3.4 V vs. Na/Na⁺, which is relatively higher than that of other cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries, providing enhanced energy density. With a first cycle discharge capacity of approximately 110 mAh/g at 0.1C (between 3.8 V and 2.5 V) and a first cycle efficiency exceeding 90%, our NVP exhibits superior performance suitable for high-energy-demand systems. Additionally, its air stability simplifies handling and processing, reducing manufacturing complexities and costs. These attributes make NVP a great candidate for next-generation, reliable energy storage solutions, including electric vehicles, grid energy storage, and portable electronics.

Features and Benefits

  • NASICON Structure: Efficient sodium-ion transport for high capacities at fast charging/discharging rates.
  • High Voltage Plateau (3.4 V vs. Na/Na⁺): Enhances energy density over other cathode materials.
  • Air Stability: Simplifies handling and processing; reduces manufacturing costs.

Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

WGK 3

flash_point_f

Not applicable

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Not applicable


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