• News
      • Appointments
      • EV Powertrain
      • Emissions
      • Engine Components
      • Electronics
      • Facility Developments
      • Forced Induction
      • Fuel Cell Technologies
      • Fuels & Lubricants
      • Heavy-duty & Diesel Engine Technologies
      • Hybrid Powertrain Technologies
      • Industry Forecasting
      • Legislation
      • Materials & Surface Treatment
      • Metallurgy
      • Mild-hybrid & 48V Technologies
      • New powertrain
      • Partnerships, Investments & Acquisitions
      • Quality Control
      • Prototyping
      • Sustainable fuels
      • Testing
      • Traction Control Systems
      • Transmissions Technologies
      • Webinars
  • Features
  • Online Magazines
    • June 2025
    • March 2025
    • January 2025
    • September 2024
    • Subscribe to Automotive Powertrain Technology
    • Transmission Technology International
    • Subscribe to Transmission Technology
  • Opinion
  • Events
  • Supplier Spotlight
  • Webinars
Facebook Twitter Instagram
  • Automotive Interiors
  • Automotive Testing
  • Autonomous Vehicle
  • Professional Motorsport
  • Tire Technology
  • Media Pack
LinkedIn Facebook
Subscribe
Automotive Powertrain Technology International
  • News
      • Appointments
      • EV Powertrain
      • Emissions
      • Engine Components
      • Electronics
      • Facility Developments
      • Forced Induction
      • Fuel Cell Technologies
      • Fuels & Lubricants
      • Heavy-duty & Diesel Engine Technologies
      • Hybrid Powertrain Technologies
      • Industry Forecasting
      • Legislation
      • Materials & Surface Treatment
      • Metallurgy
      • Mild-hybrid & 48V Technologies
      • New powertrain
      • Partnerships, Investments & Acquisitions
      • Quality Control
      • Prototyping
      • Sustainable fuels
      • Testing
      • Traction Control Systems
      • Transmissions Technologies
      • Webinars
  • Features
  • Online Magazines
    1. June 2025
    2. March 2025
    3. January 2025
    4. September 2024
    5. Subscribe to Automotive Powertrain Technology
    6. Transmission Technology International
    7. Subscribe to Transmission Technology
    Featured

    In this Issue – June 2025

    By Web TeamJune 5, 2025
    Recent

    In this Issue – June 2025

    June 5, 2025

    In this Issue – March 2025

    March 27, 2025

    In this Issue – January 2025

    December 9, 2024
  • Opinion
  • Events
  • Supplier Spotlight
  • Webinars
LinkedIn Facebook
Subscribe
Automotive Powertrain Technology International
Battery management

SABIC demonstrates potential of thermoplastics to prevent thermal runaway in EV batteries

Izzy WoodBy Izzy WoodMay 8, 20243 Mins Read
LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Email
SABIC demonstrates potential of thermoplastics to prevent thermal runaway in EV batteries
Share
LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Email

Chemical specialist SABIC has presented test results that demonstrate the potential of thermoplastic-based thermal runaway barrier solutions to help prevent fire spread within electric vehicle (EV) batteries.

Visitors to SABIC’s booth at the NPE2024: The Plastics Show in Orlando, Florida, this week are able to see the tested thermoplastic battery module box, which is on display in an area of the show dedicated to the BlueHero initiative supporting the automotive industry’s transition to electric power and a low-carbon future. Various EV battery components made with SABIC’s materials, including module enclosures, busbars and end plates, are also on display at the booth.

The test series conducted by SABIC at the sub-system level revealed that using a battery module box made from Stamax 30YH570 long glass fiber polypropylene (PP) resin, with an intercellular thickness as low as 1mm, could serve as an effective thermal barrier. This material, according to SABIC, demonstrates the ability to provide necessary thermal insulation and flame resistance, reducing the likelihood of cell-to-cell propagation during a thermal runaway scenario, thus helping to mitigate safety risks.

Cylindrical battery cells arranged within a thermal runaway barrier made of SABIC’s flame-retardant Stamax resin with a minimum intercellular gap of 1.0 mm, after thermal runaway test, with evidence of no propagation from trigger cells (top left cell and bottom right cell) to neighboring cells.

These recent findings build upon previous independent evaluations of SABIC’s Stamax 30YH570 resin, which in 2023 received the UL Verified Mark from Underwriters Laboratories for effective flame delay performance. The assessment, based on UL 2596, highlighted the material’s ability to delay flames effectively, particularly in battery enclosure applications.

The thermal runaway propagation tests conducted at NPE involved a cluster of lithium-ion battery cells enclosed in a steel chamber, with and without injection-molded Stamax 30YH570 resin blocks serving as a thermal barrier. In tests without the thermal barrier, thermal runaway led to hazards such as high-temperature gas, open flames, and pressure increases, propagating to neighboring cells. However, the presence of the thermal barrier effectively suppressed heat transfer and thermal propagation, ensuring the safety of the remaining cells.

Furthermore, SABIC is also presenting various EV battery applications at NPE that successfully use its thermoplastics. For instance, the battery module from the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 incorporates SABIC polypropylene compound H1030 for module enclosures, designed to meet stringent fire safety regulations for EVs.

“We are pleased to share this additional validation of our thermoplastic solutions’ strong potential for use in EV battery components and systems,” said Fahad Al-Harthi, global director of automotive at SABIC Polymers.

“Our portfolio of flame-retardant materials, combined with our expertise in application design and fire-polymer interaction, can help enable new thermal runaway barrier approaches. We look forward to continued collaboration across the automotive value chain to help improve the safety, efficiency and performance of EV battery systems.”

Share. LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Email

Related Posts

Porsche embraces AI for innovative data analysis in vehicle development

June 12, 2025

LEM releases a high-voltage battery sensor that combines shunt and Hall effect technologies

June 11, 2025

BASF and Group14 collaborate on silicon anode solution

May 16, 2025
LATEST NEWS

PowerCell expands strategic partnership to accelerate fuel cell adoption in China

June 18, 2025

Horse Powertrain to supply engine for USA-built ARC2 rally car

June 17, 2025

Honda CR‑V e:FCEV to become first hydrogen vehicle in Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

June 16, 2025

Receive breaking stories and features in your inbox each week, for free


Enter your email address:


Supplier Spotlights
  • BorgWarner
Featured Listings
  • Wattalps
Getting in Touch
  • Contact Us
  • Download Media Pack
  • Meet the Editors
  • Free Weekly E-Newsletter
Our Social Channels
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn
Related UKi Topics
  • Automotive Interiors
  • Automotive Testing
  • Autonomous Vehicle
  • Professional Motorsport
  • Tire Technology
  • Media Pack
© 2025 UKi Media & Events a division of UKIP Media & Events Ltd
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Notice and Takedown Policy

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Cookie settingsACCEPT
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.

CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.

Functional

Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.

Performance

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.

Analytics

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

Advertisement

Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.

Others

Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.

SAVE & ACCEPT
Powered by