Generation of cathode passivation films via oxidation of lithium bis(oxalato) borate on high voltage spinel (LiNi0.5Mn 1.5O4)

Document Type

Article

Date of Original Version

4-10-2014

Abstract

The reactions of lithium ion battery electrolyte (LiPF6 in ethylene carbonate/ethyl methyl, EC/EMC, 3:7 v/v) with and without added lithium bis(oxalato) borate (LiBOB) on the surface of high voltage LiNi 0.5Mn1.5O4 cathodes has been investigated via a combination of electrochemical measurements, in situ gas analysis, and ex situ surface analysis. The oxidation of LiBOB on the cathode results in the generation of CO2 and a cathode passivation film containing borate oxalates. The cathode passivation film inhibits oxidation of the bulk electrolyte at high potential (>4.8 V vs Li/Li+). © 2014 American Chemical Society.

Publication Title, e.g., Journal

Journal of Physical Chemistry C

Volume

118

Issue

14

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