Lithium Iron Phosphate
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Cite "Lithium Iron Phosphate"
Lithium Iron Phosphate. (n.d.). In Compound. Retrieved from /compound/lithium-iron-phosphate/
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IUPAC: Lithium iron(II) phosphate
CAS: 15365-14-7
Overview
LFP is a cathode material for lithium-ion batteries offering excellent safety, cycle life, and cost compared to cobalt-based cathodes. It is used in EVs and grid storage.
Composition
| Element | Symbol | Atoms | Atomic Mass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithium | Li | 1 | 6.9410 |
| Oxygen | O | 4 | 15.9990 |
| Phosphorus | P | 1 | 30.9740 |
| Iron | Fe | 1 | 55.8450 |
Uses
- • EV battery cathode
- • Grid energy storage
- • Power tools
- • Solar energy storage
Fun Facts
- ✦ Tesla switched its standard-range vehicles to LFP batteries for their safety and longevity
Structure
SMILES
[Li+].[O-]P(=O)([O-])[O-].[Fe+2]
Properties
- Type
- salt
- State
- solid
- Molar Mass
- 157.76 g/mol
- Density
- 3.6000 g/cm³
- Solubility
- insoluble
Molecular Descriptors
- Exact Mass
- 157.9044
- TPSA
- 86.3 Ų
- H-Bond Donors
- 0
- H-Bond Acceptors
- 4
- Rotatable Bonds
- 0
- Heavy Atoms
- 7
- Complexity
- 36.0
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lithium Iron Phosphate?
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) is a salt compound with the IUPAC name Lithium iron(II) phosphate.
What is the molecular weight of Lithium Iron Phosphate?
Lithium Iron Phosphate has a molar mass of 157.76 g/mol.
What state is Lithium Iron Phosphate at room temperature?
Lithium Iron Phosphate is a solid at room temperature.
Is Lithium Iron Phosphate organic or inorganic?
Lithium Iron Phosphate is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Lithium Iron Phosphate?
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) is composed of Lithium (Li), Oxygen (O), Phosphorus (P), Iron (Fe).