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Large-format /
Ability to Scale-up |
Excellent |
Limited |
| Thermal Characteristics |
Very good |
Good in small cells
Limited in larger cells |
Safety (from pressure
build-up in large-format cells) |
Intrinsic (soft shorts lead to “puffing” of cells, similar to microwave popcorn bags. This causes the cell to stop functioning.) |
Requires “vents” in construction to release pressure. Substantial pressure may cause cell to explode. |
| Packaging Efficiency |
Excellent: rectangular construction allows maximized use of space in a box
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Varies with system design. Gaps between cylinder cans may cause up to 22% volume loss in a box
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| Common Uses in Consumer Products |
Cellphone Batteries |
Laptops, power tools |
| Availability |
Growing in popularity |
Ubiquitous, Very common |