Studies on film formation on cathodes using pyrazole derivatives as electrolyte additives in the Li-ion battery

Pyrazole derivatives are flame retardants and provide thermal protection on cathodes, as they help to form a thick protective film. A thicker film provides more protection and delays the thermal decomposition of the cathode. Among the tested pyrazoles, bis(trifluoromethyl)pyrazole (BFTMP) serves as the best flame retardant additive. Additionally, a cell with BFTMP shows better capacity retention than a cell with no additive in full-cell cycle life tests.