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Evonik launches TEGO® Therm fire-resistant coatings for EV battery housings

July 07, 2024

Evonik is expanding its TEGO® Therm product range to provide heat protection and fire-resistant coatings for electric vehicle (EV) battery housings and covers.

The TEGO® Therm toolbox includes a variety of components, each meticulously engineered to enhance the performance of thermal insulation and fire-resistant coatings. Among these, TEGO® Therm HPG 4000 granules boast a microporous silica core, which provides superior low thermal conductivity, high hydrophobicity, and reduced flammability. TEGO® Therm HPG 6806, a finer silica-based granule, not only excels in insulation but also strengthens mechanical performance and ensures smooth, even surfaces of insulation coatings. The waterborne polysiloxane hybrid binder, TEGO® Therm L 300, further enhances the thermal stability and fire resistance of protective coatings.

Coatings based on this range of products meet the UL 94 V-0 fire safety standards, providing a new level of protection for EV batteries. The versatility of TEGO® Therm allows for spray application on complex three-dimensional substrates, ensuring complete and efficient fire resistance of the coverage of every contour of the battery housing.

Evonik’s commitment to safety and innovation is demonstrated by rigorous testing. When subjected to a propylene flame with more than 1000 °C, TEGO® Therm-based coatings protected the substrate effectively, with the temperature on the back of substrate remaining moderate, even with a thin dry film thickness. These results underscore the effectiveness of TEGO® Therm in insulating against intense heat and highlight its suitability for applications where space is at a premium.

The expansion of TEGO® Therm products represents a significant advancement in EV battery safety. As the electric mobility market continues to expand, Evonik’s commitment to providing cutting-edge, reliable, and efficient coating solutions will play a pivotal role in shaping a safer and more sustainable future for the automotive industry.

Evonik’s Coating Additives business line provides a broad range of specialty additives for the coatings and inks sector. The business has decades of expertise in pioneering products for a range of coatings markets, including decorative coatings, industrial coatings, automotive coatings, and printing inks.