# Cathode Materials Source: https://powdchem.com/products/laboratory-powders/cathode-materials/ Page type: Material category Laboratory powders Cathode active powders for lithium-ion and sodium-ion development. Specify chemistry, particle structure and the test conditions you need to compare. [Browse 9 materials]() [Ask about supply]() [Image: Powder material specimens; appearance reference]() ## Choose a material ### Phosphate cathodes LFP, LMFP and sodium vanadium phosphate have distinct compositions. Start with the cell chemistry and, for mixed metals, the intended elemental ratio. #### Lithium iron phosphate powder lithium iron phosphate powder (LFP; LiFePO4) [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() LiFePO4 #### Lithium manganese iron phosphate powder lithium manganese iron phosphate powder (LMFP; LiMnxFe1-xPO4) [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() LiMnxFe(1-x)PO4 #### Sodium vanadium phosphate powder sodium vanadium phosphate powder (NVP; Na3V2(PO4)3) [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() Na3V2(PO4)3 ### Layered oxide cathodes For LCO, NMC and NCA, identify the composition before comparing single-crystal or polycrystalline particles, surface treatment and residual alkali. #### Lithium cobalt oxide powder lithium cobalt oxide powder (LCO; LiCoO2) [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() LiCoO2 #### Lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide powder lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide powder (NMC/NCM; LiNixMnyCozO2) [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() LiNixMnyCozO2 #### Lithium nickel cobalt aluminum oxide powder lithium nickel cobalt aluminum oxide powder (NCA; LiNixCoyAlzO2) [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() LiNixCoyAlzO2 ### Manganese oxides and Prussian white Keep LMO, LNMO and Prussian white as separate choices. Compare the voltage window, current rate and cell configuration behind reported performance. #### Lithium manganese oxide powder lithium manganese oxide spinel powder (LMO; LiMn2O4) [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() LiMn2O4 #### Lithium nickel manganese oxide powder lithium nickel manganese oxide spinel powder (LNMO; LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4) [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4 #### Prussian white cathode powder Prussian white powder (PW) sodium-ion cathode material [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() Prussian white; composition varies ## Material selection guide Start with the material identity and process, then check the details on the proposed datasheet. **Chemistry & stoichiometry** Identify LFP, LMFP, NMC, NCA, LCO, LMO or the intended sodium-ion system. For mixed-metal oxides, include the target metal ratio. **Particle architecture** Separate primary and secondary particle sizes, single-crystal or polycrystalline requirements, coating and doping. Record residual alkali and moisture limits where relevant. **Performance evidence** Relate capacity and cycling information to voltage, current rate, temperature, loading and cell configuration. Ask which results apply to the candidate grade. ## Before you choose **Can different cathode chemistries be ranked from a catalogue value?** A catalogue value does not resolve the trade-offs in your cell design. Start with the intended chemistry and process, then compare candidates using a compatible evaluation protocol. **What does this directory cover?** This directory covers active cathode powders. Conductive additives, binders, electrolytes and finished cells are separate requirements. ## What to include in your request A material name or reference datasheet is enough to start. Add any requirements you already know. - Cathode identity and metal ratios - Particle distribution and crystal/particle type - Coating, doping, moisture and residual alkali - Evaluation protocol, quantity and batch records ### Quantity, samples and documents Nike has no fixed minimum order. Tell us the quantity you need; we’ll check supplier pack sizes and any minimums. We’ll check the proposed grade, sample options, delivery timing and available batch documents. Include any essential COA, TDS or SDS requirements. [How we coordinate documents]() [Samples and testing]() [Send a material request]() ## Applications to explore. [**Solid-State Battery Research**Solid-electrolyte and interface-material sourcing for a defined battery experiment, with handling and test conditions made explicit.]() [**Electrode & Energy Materials**Active material, anode and related powder inquiries for electrode development, with chemistry and process details kept in view.]() ## Related material families. [**Graphite & Anode Materials**8 material directions]() [**Solid Electrolytes**8 material directions]() [**Electronic & Functional Ceramics**17 material directions]()