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What is the primary factor influencing lead-acid battery performance?
What is the primary factor influencing lead-acid battery performance?
- The quality of the positive active mass (correct)
- The type of electrolyte used
- The size and shape of the battery plates
- The temperature at which the battery is operated
How many stages are involved in the formation of the positive active mass?
How many stages are involved in the formation of the positive active mass?
- Three
- Four (correct)
- Two
- Five
What is the primary focus of recent research on lead-acid batteries?
What is the primary focus of recent research on lead-acid batteries?
- Improving the safety of lead-acid batteries
- Developing new types of lead-acid batteries
- Reducing the cost of lead-acid batteries
- Improving techniques for increasing active material utilization (correct)
Which of these oxides is NOT commonly used in lead-acid batteries?
Which of these oxides is NOT commonly used in lead-acid batteries?
What are the two main forms of lead monoxide?
What are the two main forms of lead monoxide?
What is the typical composition of leady oxide used in batteries?
What is the typical composition of leady oxide used in batteries?
What is the preferred leady oxide production method for deep-cycle batteries in Europe and Japan?
What is the preferred leady oxide production method for deep-cycle batteries in Europe and Japan?
Which leady oxide production method is favored in North America?
Which leady oxide production method is favored in North America?
Flashcards
Leady Oxide
Leady Oxide
A crucial component in the positive active mass of lead-acid batteries, comprising lead monoxide and lead particles.
Lead Monoxide (PbO)
Lead Monoxide (PbO)
Commonly used oxide in lead-acid batteries, exists as red lead (α-PbO) and yellow lead (β-PbO).
Polymorphic Forms
Polymorphic Forms
Different structural forms of substances; for lead monoxide, there are red (α) and yellow (β) forms.
Transition Temperature
Transition Temperature
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Lead Tetroxide (PbO₂)
Lead Tetroxide (PbO₂)
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Barton-pot Process
Barton-pot Process
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Ball-mill Process
Ball-mill Process
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Active Material Utilization
Active Material Utilization
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Study Notes
Lead Oxide for Lead-Acid Batteries
- Lead oxide is crucial for lead-acid battery performance
- Active mass reactivity is influenced by production stages (lead oxide, paste mixing, curing, formation)
- Recent studies improve active material utilization, plate conditioning, and prevent premature capacity loss
- This study focuses on the lead oxide role in battery design and performance
- Current methods for lead oxide production: ball-mill process and Barton-pot process
- Determining the best method (ball-mill or Barton-pot) is challenging
- Both methods yield effective automotive batteries, but for deep-cycle batteries, ball-mill oxide is preferred in Europe and Japan, while Barton-pot is preferred in North America
- This study examines production methods, desirable lead oxide properties, and influence on battery performance
- Potential improvements to lead oxide production (using existing or new processing techniques)
Lead and Its Oxides
- Lead has four valence electrons (2 in 6p, 2 in 6s orbitals)
- This allows for diverse oxides
- Three lead oxides are frequently used for lead-acid batteries: lead monoxide (PbO), lead tetroxide (Pb₂O₄), and lead dioxide (PbO₂)
Lead Monoxide (PbO)
- Ratio: 1:1 (Pb:O)
- Two polymorphs (forms):
- α-PbO (Litharge): Tetragonal crystal structure, stable at lower temperatures
- β-PbO (Massicot): Orthorhombic structure, stable at higher temperatures
- Transition temperature: ~480°C
- Lead oxide used in batteries is usually a mixture of lead monoxide and lead particles
Lead Tetroxide (Pb₂O₄)
- Also called red lead or minium
- Formed when lead monoxide is heated in an air stream at ~540°C
- Unique tetragonal crystal structure
- Commonly used in battery making (especially tubular plates)
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