MCP's Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR) Validated in NOVONIX Independent Lithium-Ion Battery Study

Independent Testing Confirms MCP’s SBR as a High-Performance Anode Binder for Lithium-Ion Batteries

NOVONIX, a leading battery technology company, has conducted an independent evaluation of Mallard Creek Polymers’ (MCP) Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR) materials, assessing their performance in lithium-ion battery anode binders. 

The study demonstrated MCP’s SBR as a viable alternative to existing commercial solutions, confirming strong processability, electrode performance, and long-term stability.

Key Findings from NOVONIX’s SBR Performance Study

NOVONIX evaluated MCP’s SBR across critical battery manufacturing processes, including slurry mixing, electrode coating, and full-cell cycling. The study found:

• Optimized Processing: MCP’s SBR exhibited minimal foaming during high-shear mixing, allowing for smoother and more efficient electrode production.
• Improved Electrode Structure & Stability: Electrodes formulated with MCP’s SBR showed reduced rebound during calendaring, resulting in a denser, more uniform electrode architecture for improved performance.
• Validated Performance: Full-cell testing confirmed that MCP’s SBR delivers comparable electrochemical performance to leading commercial alternatives, reinforcing its suitability for lithium-ion battery applications.

Reliable Polymers for Energy Storage

As battery technology evolves, material selection plays a key role in optimizing performance and efficiency. Mallard Creek Polymers remains committed to advancing polymer solutions for energy storage applications, ensuring a consistent, high-quality supply of SBR materials that meet the needs of battery manufacturers.

For more analysis of NOVONIX’s evaluation of MCP’s SBR, request the full study below.