The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (FoC) offers molten salt battery testing services that determine the performance potential and safety of molten salt batteries. Batteries are a staple of modern society, whether in factories and facilities that produce products or in consumer products themselves. However, batteries are incredibly complex, so independent battery testing labs such as ATS are an important resource for businesses looking to learn more about their battery’s potential uses and performance under specific conditions.
What is a Molten Salt Battery?
Molten salt batteries are high-temperature batteries that use molten salts as electrolytes. They’re comprised of metal-based cathodes and molten sodium anodes, which are enclosed in a steel casing and divided by a ceramic membrane that filters out electrons and enables ions to pass through. The electrons travel through an electrical circuit during the charging and discharging process.
Molten salt batteries are a reliable choice for various applications, but they’re most often used as backup power for industrial facilities and to store energy for wind and solar farms. They have a high energy density, which enables them to store significant amounts of energy in a compact package. They also offer several other advantages, including the following:
- They’re cost-effective to produce because the resources they require are plentiful and cheap.
- They can operate for decades without experiencing any decline in performance.
- Their high thermal stability greatly reduces the chances of overheating or fires.
- Their manufacturing process does not rely on rare minerals or dangerous materials, making them a more environmentally friendly choice than other types of batteries.
More About Our Battery Testing Capabilities
Battery technology is rapidly evolving, and so are the standards and regulations surrounding batteries. Fortunately, our team of battery testing experts offers several services designed to help streamline the complicated process of ensuring the reliability, safety, and compliance of a variety of battery systems, including:
We perform multiple chemical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal tests that help determine if a battery is suitable for specific uses, environments, and conditions.
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