Amphiphilic latex as a water-based binder for LiFePO4 cathode

Abstract We report on the synthesis of amphiphilic polymers with a composition shift of the hydrophobic block made by emulsion polymerization that is used as a water-based binder for LiFePO4 cathodes. The integrity of the electrode is sustained by using a unique chemical procedure for cross-linking the binder. This technique yields higher adhesion of the binder on aluminium collectors comparing with the state-of-the-art binders. Amphiphilic polymers are excellent for well-dispersed inorganic particles, and consequently demonstrate satisfactory electrochemical performances.