Non-Lithium Battery CT Inspection

Why CT Scanning is Ideal for Non-Lithium Battery Inspection

• Detect voids, cracks, or misalignment: traditional inspection methods are time-consuming, destructive, and limited in their ability to visualize internal defects
  
• Verify internal component placement: One scan gets you all the data you need without cutting open or damaging the battery
  
• Identify early-stage swelling, electrolyte leaks, and weld defects: Get your quality team ahead of costly reworks or recalls
  
• Quality control, R&D, and supplier validation: Share insights with your whole team, simultaneously across departments
  

Alkaline Battery CT Scanning for Consumer Product Quality Control

Alkaline batteries power countless household and industrial products. Combine large-scale manufacturing quality assurance with industrial CT scanning for:

• Defect detection: AA, AAA, C, D, and 9V cells
  
• Cross-section imaging: Separators and electrode materials
  
• Verification of electrolyte distribution
  
• Root cause analysis: consumer product returns
  

CT Scans for Zinc-Air Batteries in Medical and Specialty Devices

Zinc-air batteries are often used in small devices like hearing aids, specialty electronics, or other medical devices. The vital nature of these precision instruments requires industrial CT scanning inspection.

• Inspect air hole alignment and seal integrity
  
• Verify zinc anode pellet placement and separator stability
  
• Detect micro-cracks or leakage points in the casing
  
• Perform post-failure analysis on prematurely discharged units
  

Non-Destructive Testing for NiMH and NiCd Batteries

Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) and nickel-cadmium (NiCd) batteries remain widely used in power tools, emergency lighting, aerospace legacy systems, and industrial electronics. Common applications include power tool OEMs, aerospace maintenance programs, and industrial backup systems.

• Examine weld and tab quality to prevent resistance buildup
  
• Identify electrode winding inaccuracies or material folds
  
• Detect early-stage electrolyte leaks before visible swelling
  
• Validate batch consistency in rechargeable cell manufacturing
  

3D X-ray Inspection of Lead-Acid Batteries

Automotive OEMs, solar storage system manufacturers, and industrial equipment suppliers strive for long service life of their lead-acid batteries. With high-resolution CT scanning, these battery applications can deliver dependability.

• Verify plate alignment, spacing, and integrity
  
• Confirm separator placement between plates
  
• Detect case defects, incomplete fills, or seal failures
  
• Assess structural stability in used batteries for refurbishment
  

Detect Defects and Improve Processes

Our CT scanning experts generate complete 3D datasets. Use the detailed insights to analyze:

• Dimensional accuracy
  
• Weld quality
  
• Voids, cracks, and inclusions or foreign material
  
• Corrosion and material degradation
  

Maintain safety standards and avoid costly recalls with accurate:

• Metrology reports
  
• Color maps
  
• Porosity analysis
  
• Failure analysis
  

Let’s Talk About Your Battery Inspection Needs

Whether you're solving a one-off defect, inspecting before recycling, or validating process, Nel PreTech has the CT scanning capacity, engineering insight, and reporting tools to support your battery lines.

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