Laboratory Hydraulic Hot Press for Solid-State Battery Electrolyte Preparation

Introduction

The ZY03 is a compact, high-precision laboratory hydraulic hot press designed for advanced material research, particularly in the preparation and characterization of solid-state battery electrolytes, thin-film polymer composites, and membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs). Featuring independent dual-platen heating, integrated water-cooling channels, and a user-friendly digital interface, this unit provides research-grade control over temperature, pressure, and dwell time. Its space-efficient footprint makes it suitable for academic, industrial, and pharmaceutical R&D environments where consistent specimen fabrication is required.

Key Features

• Dual-Platen Independent Heating: Equipped with embedded 700W heating elements, the upper and lower platens can be heated independently to ensure uniform thermal distribution across the 120 x 120 mm pressing surface.
• Advanced Temperature Regulation: Managed via a 7-inch touch screen interface, supporting real-time temperature curve displays and precise PID control up to 300°C.
• Integrated Water Cooling: Features standard circulating water chilling channels within the platens to facilitate rapid thermal dissipation, reducing cycle times and protecting sensitive polymer matrices.
• Stable Pressure Maintenance: Designed to provide a reliable working pressure from 0 to 5 Tons, suitable for delicate powder compaction and thin-film lamination.
• Compact Footprint: With dimensions of 250 x 230 x 390 mm, the system can be integrated inside standard laboratory gloveboxes or fume hoods to facilitate inert-atmosphere operations.

Technical Specifications

Pressure Control and Maintenance System

To meet the rigorous requirements of long-duration consolidation processes, the ZY03 utilizes an advanced pressure management system:

• High-Precision Control: The integrated sensor system achieves a pressure control precision of ±0.05 Tons, reducing pressure fluctuations during structural phase transitions of materials.
• Automatic Pressure Holding & Replenishing: During the hot-pressing cycle, the system monitors pressure drops caused by material softening or thermal contraction. It automatically triggers micro-adjustments to replenish the hydraulic pressure to the preset level, ensuring consistent density throughout the sample.

Application Fields

This hot press is engineered to meet the demands of scientific research in university and pharmaceutical laboratories, enabling precise specimen preparation across various advanced materials:

• Solid-State Batteries: Compacting solid electrolyte sheets (such as LLZO or sulfide-based materials) and laminating anode-electrolyte-cathode interfaces under thermal-pressure conditions.
• Polymer and Composite Synthesis: Hot-pressing of thermoplastic polymers, functional elastomer films, and fiber-reinforced composite sheets for mechanical and thermal testing.
• Pharmaceutical and Biomaterials: Compaction of drug-delivery polymeric matrices, preparation of medical-grade membranes, and forming bio-compatible scaffolds.
• Fuel Cells and Electrolyzers: Fabricating membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs) by thermal lamination of catalyst-coated membranes (CCMs) with gas diffusion layers.

Customization Services

To accommodate specialized research requirements and varying experimental setups, both hardware and software customization options are available:

• Hardware Modifications: Custom platen sizes, extended platen openings, upgraded heating capacities for higher temperature thresholds (up to 400°C), and integration of vacuum enclosures.
• Software and Control Upgrades: Custom-configured PLC control programs, data logging and USB/RS485 export functions, multi-step pressure-temperature profiling, and remote monitoring integration.

Safety and Compliance

The ZY03 laboratory hydraulic hot press is manufactured to meet rigorous international laboratory standards, ensuring a secure working environment for researchers:

• CE Certification: Fully compliant with European Union health, safety, and environmental protection standards.
• Over-Temperature Protection: Built-in dual-channel thermal cut-offs and visual alarms prevent overheating beyond specified limits.
• Physical Protection: Features a robust mechanical frame designed to withstand maximum rated loads, accompanied by optional protective shields to safeguard the operator.

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