CR2016 X Ray Analysis Coin Cell Case with Single Window for In Situ XRD Testing

Product Overview

This specialized coin cell hardware is precision-engineered for in situ and operando X-ray diffraction (XRD) characterization of active battery materials. Designed with an integrated single-sided X-ray transparent window, the assembly enables researchers to monitor crystallographic phase transitions, lattice parameter evolution, and dynamic degradation mechanisms under realistic electrochemical operating conditions. By maintaining hermetic integrity during charge-discharge cycling, this product bridges the gap between laboratory electrochemical testing and structural crystallographic analysis.

Optimized for cutting-edge energy storage research, this cell architecture fits standard coin cell testing fixtures while delivering uninhibited beamline and benchtop X-ray transmission. The component is widely utilized across academic institutions, national laboratories, and industrial battery R&D centers focusing on next-generation cathode chemistries, solid-state electrolytes, and advanced battery material formulations. The standardized form factor allows seamless integration into existing coin cell crimping workflows without requiring specialized assembly tooling.

Manufactured under rigorous quality control standards, the casing features high-purity materials, an advanced protective aluminum coating on the positive shell, and a precision-bonded polyimide membrane. These design elements ensure superior electrochemical stability, minimal X-ray attenuation, and robust resistance against aggressive non-aqueous electrolytes. The result is a highly dependable analytical cell casing that eliminates background interference and structural artifacts during prolonged synchrotron or laboratory-grade X-ray studies.

Key Features

• Precision Single-Sided Kapton Window: Features a calibrated 0.18 mm polyimide optical membrane that provides exceptional X-ray transparency and minimal background scattering while retaining superior mechanical rigidity under pressure.
• Protective Aluminum Cathode Coating: Incorporates a sub-micron aluminum barrier layer (less than 0.01 mm) on the positive can to suppress electrochemical corrosion, prevent pitting at elevated operating voltages, and ensure pure interface kinetics.
• Standardized CR2016 Geometry: Engineered to exact 20 mm diameter by 1.6 mm height dimensional tolerances, ensuring full compatibility with conventional laboratory coin cell crimpers, holders, and multichannel testing equipment.
• High Hermetic Seal Reliability: The precision-mated casing and specialized polymer window bonding ensure outstanding seal integrity, completely preventing electrolyte evaporation and atmospheric contamination during extended operando beamline experiments.
• Optimized Signal-to-Noise Ratio: The ultra-thin window structure maximizes photon penetration and minimizes signal attenuation, facilitating rapid data collection and clear diffraction peak resolution even during fast-rate charge/discharge cycling.
• Broad Chemical and Electrochemical Compatibility: Resistant to standard commercial organic carbonates, ionic liquids, and ether-based electrolyte chemistries over typical lithium-ion and sodium-ion operating voltage windows.
• Low Inherent Mass Design: Weighing approximately 7 grams (0.25 oz), this lightweight component provides structural sturdiness without adding unnecessary thermal mass or physical bulk within sample stages.

Applications

Technical Specifications

Why Choose This Product

• Consistent Beamline Reproducibility: Precision-controlled membrane thickness (0.18 mm) guarantees uniform X-ray attenuation coefficients across every batch, ensuring reliable quantitative comparative analysis.
• Superior Corrosion Protection: The precision-applied aluminum coating (< 0.01 mm) isolates the stainless base metal, preventing transition metal dissolution and parasitic redox reactions at high potentials.
• Turnkey Laboratory Integration: Designed to standard CR2016 physical specifications, this unit fits existing laboratory crimping dies, spacer sets, and spring hardware without requiring costly custom tooling.
• High Mechanical and Chemical Integrity: Engineered to withstand rigorous mechanical crimping pressures while providing complete chemical inertness against harsh commercial and research-grade battery electrolytes.
• Dedicated Technical Support: Backed by comprehensive material application expertise and responsive technical guidance to help you configure the optimal setup for your analytical battery workflows.

Contact our technical sales team today to request a quotation, discuss custom window dimensions, or order volume batches for your upcoming beamline campaigns.

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