Magnesium Battery Strip
Magnesium is a promising material for seawater batteries due to its high theoretical energy density (2,200 Wh/kg), abundance, low cost, and safety.
Seawater batteries are particularly attractive for marine applications, as they can use seawater as the electrolyte, which is abundant and readily available.
Magnesium seawater batteries have the potential to be a new generation of high-energy-density, low-cost, and safe batteries for marine applications.
Here are some specific examples of magnesium seawater batteries that are under development:
- The US Navy is developing a magnesium seawater battery for use in underwater drones. The battery has a high energy density and can operate for up to 10 hours on a single charge.
- The University of California, San Diego is developing a magnesium seawater battery for use in ocean buoys. The battery has a long shelf life and can operate in extreme environmental conditions.
Overall, magnesium seawater batteries are a promising new technology with the potential to revolutionize the energy storage industry in marine applications.
Ultra thin gauge coil specifications
The Elektron Electrochemical alloys supplied by Vulcan Specialty Products Rolled Metals are AZ31B and AZ61A. These alloys can be supplied in coil form. Minimum gauge offered is 0.010” (0.254 mm) and maximum width is 10” (254 mm). Coil is supplied with both surfaces brushed for performance improvements.
