Axalta Introduces Coatings Designed to Improve EV Battery Safety
Axalta Coating Systems introduced two new coatings engineered for extreme heat protection and electrical insulation in electric vehicle battery applications. The products, Alesta e-PRO FG Black and Alesta e-PRO Dielectric Gray, were unveiled at The Battery Show North America and are part of the company’s expanding portfolio of energy storage coatings.
Dr. Robert Roop, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Axalta, said the new products reflect the company’s long-standing commitment to performance and safety in emerging mobility technologies.
Thermal runaway in electric vehicle batteries, though rare, can lead to fires and structural failure. When used within validated OEM battery systems, the new coatings may help improve thermal stability and electrical insulation.
Alesta e-PRO FG Black is formulated for thermal stability and secondary fire protection. It maintains integrity under direct flame and temperatures up to 1200 °C while providing corrosion resistance and zero smoke emission. Alesta e-PRO Dielectric Gray offers high dielectric strength and flexibility for complex geometries, helping to ensure consistent electrical insulation in high-voltage environments.
Axalta said the products have undergone extensive testing, including UL 94 V0 and IEC 60243-1 for the Dielectric Gray and direct flame exposure and UL 2596 TaG tests for the FG Black. Both coatings are designed for automotive manufacturers developing next-generation electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
“These new coatings reflect our commitment to innovation and to partnering with customers to meet the challenges of next-generation mobility,” Roop said.
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