What is Lithium Lanthanum Tantalum Zirconate (LLZTO)?

Lithium Lanthanum Tantalum Zirconate (LLZTO) is an advanced lithium-ion conductive ceramic electrolyte material known for its high ionic conductivity, chemical stability, and excellent electrochemical performance. LLZTO is primarily used as a solid-state electrolyte in next-generation lithium-ion and solid-state batteries, facilitating safer and higher-performance energy storage solutions.

Chemical Properties and CAS Number

• Material Name: Lithium Lanthanum Tantalum Zirconate (LLZTO)

• Chemical Formula: Li₆.₄La₃Zr₁.₄Ta₀.₆O₁₂

• CAS Number: Not specifically assigned (Complex ceramic material)

• Appearance: White or pale-yellow ceramic powder or pellet

• Density: Approx. 5.1 g/cm³

• Ionic Conductivity: Typically 10⁻⁴ to 10⁻³ S/cm at room temperature

• Crystal Structure: Garnet-type structure

• Stability: Excellent stability against metallic lithium and high-voltage cathodes

Applications of Lithium Lanthanum Tantalum Zirconate (LLZTO)

• Solid-State Batteries:

  • Solid electrolyte enabling safer and high-energy-density lithium metal and lithium-ion batteries.

• Energy Storage Systems:

  • High-performance electrolytes for large-scale energy storage systems, electric vehicles (EV), and hybrid electric vehicles (HEV).

• Research and Development:

  • Material research for developing next-generation battery technologies with improved safety, longevity, and thermal stability.

• Electronic Devices:

  • Integration into wearable devices and portable electronics requiring robust and safe battery solutions.

• Military and Aerospace Applications:

  • High-reliability and safe energy storage solutions in demanding operational environments.

Pricing of Lithium Lanthanum Tantalum Zirconate (LLZTO)

Prices vary depending on purity, particle size, and order volume:

• Laboratory Grade: $250 – $800 per gram

• Commercial Scale: $5000 – $15000 per kilogram

• Customized Specifications: Pricing depends on purity, dopant levels, and fabrication requirements.

Factors Influencing Pricing

• Ionic conductivity levels

• Purity (>99% to 99.99%)

• Particle size (micro- or nanoscale powder)

• Order quantity (bulk purchase discounts)

• Production and synthesis complexity

• Customized compositions (specific zirconium-to-tantalum ratios)