MCDRY APPLICATION SOLUTION
Dry Cabinets for Battery Components and Materials
Controlled low-humidity storage for selected moisture-sensitive battery components, electrode materials, separators, electronic assemblies and R&D samples.
McDry helps reduce exposure to uncontrolled ambient humidity during material receiving, intermediate storage, development, testing and production.
Moisture controlHelps reduce moisture uptake during storage and handling.
Organised storageEnclosed storage for components, packages and R&D samples.
Process consistencySupports more repeatable storage conditions between processes.
WHY CONTROLLED DRY STORAGE MATTERS
Moisture can influence sensitive battery materials and components
Battery development and manufacturing involve materials and components with different moisture sensitivities. Depending on the chemistry, packaging and process, uncontrolled humidity can affect material handling, surface condition and downstream process consistency. McDry provides an enclosed low-humidity environment for suitable materials during intermediate storage, research, quality control and selected production activities.
MOISTURE-RELATED CONSIDERATIONS
What uncontrolled humidity can influence
The actual effect depends on the battery chemistry, material condition, storage duration, packaging and manufacturing process.Moisture uptake
Selected electrode materials, separators, polymers and hygroscopic components can absorb moisture from ambient air.Surface changes
Humidity can contribute to oxidation, corrosion or changes in the surface condition of selected metallic and electronic parts.Process variation
Different storage conditions can lead to variation between development trials, quality checks and production batches.Handling inconsistency
Uncontrolled storage may influence powder handling, component cleanliness and material traceability.
SELECTED BATTERY APPLICATIONS
Materials and components that may benefit from dry storage
Suitability must be reviewed individually. These examples do not mean that every material, cell or battery configuration can be stored safely in a standard McDry cabinet.Electrode materials
Selected dry materials used in electrode development, preparation and evaluation.- Selected active-material samples
- Dry coated-electrode samples
- Current collectors
- Development and reference samples
Separators, films and seals
Selected films, membranes, gaskets and sealing components requiring protection from uncontrolled humidity.- Separator films
- Porous membranes
- Insulation materials
- Selected seals and gaskets
Electrical and mechanical components
Components used in battery packs, modules and battery management systems.- Tabs and busbars
- Connectors and terminals
- Sensors and electronic assemblies
- Battery-management-system components
R&D samples and approved assemblies
Selected samples, components and assemblies used during development, testing and process evaluation.- Pilot-line samples
- Reference components
- Selected cells or modules after safety review
- Quality-control samples
APPLICATION OVERVIEW
Typical materials, risks and review requirements
| Application | Moisture-related concern | How McDry may support storage | Important review point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry electrode materials | Moisture uptake, altered handling and variation between development or production batches | Enclosed low-humidity storage between receiving, preparation and use | Chemistry, material form, SDS and required dew point must be confirmed |
| Coated electrodes and separators | Moisture exposure, surface changes and inconsistent intermediate-storage conditions | Helps reduce exposure to uncontrolled ambient humidity | Solvent-wet or reactive materials require separate safety review |
| Pack and module components | Oxidation, corrosion and surface contamination of selected metallic or electronic parts | Organised dry storage for suitable parts and assemblies | Energised, damaged or thermally unstable assemblies may require dedicated safety storage |
| R&D and quality samples | Different storage conditions between tests and evaluation activities | Helps maintain repeatable conditions for approved samples | Chemistry, state of charge, condition and packaging must be documented |
STORAGE WORKFLOW
Evaluate the material before placing it in a McDry cabinet
Identify the material
Confirm chemistry, physical form, condition, packaging and safety classification.Review requirements
Check the SDS, supplier instructions and required humidity or dew point.Select the cabinet
Consider quantity, package size, target humidity and door-opening frequency.Control access
Label materials clearly and return approved items promptly after use.
WHY MCDRY
Controlled low-humidity storage without continuous nitrogen consumption
McDry uses a zeolite-based drying unit to maintain a controlled dry environment. Depending on the selected model and operating conditions, storage down to 1% RH is available. Standard operation does not require a continuous nitrogen supply.Ultra-low-humidity storage
Selected configurations provide storage down to 1% RH.No continuous nitrogen supply
Standard operation uses an electric zeolite-based dry unit.Organised intermediate storage
Structured storage of approved materials and samples.European technical support
Product selection, service and spare-parts support.Two-year SSG warranty
Cabinets supplied by SSG are generally covered for two years from the SSG shipment date.
CABINET SELECTION
Select the McDry series according to capacity and access frequency
Compact laboratory storage
Suitable for smaller quantities of approved samples, components and R&D materials.- Space-saving cabinet sizes
- Research and laboratory use
- Small-volume storage
General-purpose storage
Suitable for regular intermediate storage with moderate cabinet-access frequency.- Large storage capacity
- Cost-effective configuration
- Production and laboratory use
Frequent-access storage
Suitable for larger quantities and workflows requiring more frequent access.- Rapid humidity recovery
- Large-volume storage
- Production environments
MATERIAL AND SAFETY REVIEW
McDry is not a fire-rated or explosion-proof battery storage cabinet
A standard McDry cabinet must not automatically be used for charged, damaged, swollen, leaking, thermally unstable or recalled cells and batteries. Electrolytes, solvent-wet electrodes, volatile liquids, flammable materials and other hazardous substances must not be stored without prior technical and safety review. Please provide the relevant Safety Data Sheet, battery chemistry, state of charge, condition, quantity and packaging information.
BATTERY APPLICATION GUIDE
Open PDF Guide
McDry for battery components and selected materials
Review typical applications, moisture-related risks, model selection and important safety considerations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Dry storage for battery components and materials
Can lithium-ion batteries be stored in a McDry cabinet?
Not automatically. McDry may be suitable for selected battery components and approved samples, but it is not a fire-rated or explosion-proof battery safety cabinet.Can McDry replace a battery dry room or glovebox?
No. Some battery processes require an extremely low dew point, controlled atmosphere or glovebox.Can electrolyte or solvent-wet materials be stored in McDry?
Electrolytes, solvent-wet electrodes and volatile or flammable materials must not be stored without prior technical and safety review.Does McDry require continuous nitrogen?
Standard McDry operation does not require a continuous nitrogen supply.Which McDry series is suitable for battery R&D?
MCU may suit smaller laboratory quantities. MC and DXU may be more appropriate for larger storage volumes or frequent access.What information is required for application review?
Please provide the battery chemistry, material name, SDS, state of charge, condition, packaging, quantity, target humidity and access frequency.
MCDRY SPECIALIST WEBSITE
Learn more about McDry ultra-low-humidity dry cabinets
Explore the complete McDry DXU, MC and MCU series, technical information and application guidance for moisture-sensitive components and materials. Visit the McDry Specialist Website
TECHNICAL APPLICATION REVIEW
Contact the SSG Team