PAT-Cell-Force
Battery test cell for solid-state and liquid cell chemistries.
Up to 60 MPa applied pressure!
PAT-Cell-Force
Battery test cell for solid-state and liquid cell chemistries.
Up to 60 MPa applied pressure!
PAT-Solid-Core:
For Cell Stacks Using
Liquid Electrolytes!
PAT-Core:
For Cell Stacks Using
Sulphidic Solid-State
Electrolytes!
Additional Sensors:
Temperature Sensor
PAT-Cell-Force
Battery test cell for solid-state and liquid cell chemistries.
Up to 60 MPa applied pressure!
-20 °C
+80 °C
Gas Pressure Sensor
0
3 bar
Battery test cell for solid-state and liquid cell chemistries.
Typical Use Cases
- Testing of Solid-State Batteries with up to 60 MPa applied pressureÂ
- Testing of aprotic battery chemistries with liquid electrolytes
- Force Adjustment During Assembly and Measurement During the Electrochemical Cycle
- Electrochemical Cycling with 2- or 3 Electrodes
Key Features
Force adjustment and measurement, max. 1700 Newton
Modular cell stack configuration with PAT-Core and PAT-Solid-Core (New!)
Up to 60 MPa pressure on cell stacks using PAT-Solid-Core (6 mm diameter)
Up to 5.9 MPa pressure on cell stacks using with PAT-Core (18 mm dianeter)
Gas pressure sensor (0 to 3 bar abs.) and Temperature sensor (-20° C to 80° C)
Compatible with metal seals for maximum cell tightness
Cableless cell connection, with PAT-Button (electronic cell tag)
Sample Test Results
Application Notes
- Quantifying Sodium Dendrite Formation in Na5SmSi4O12 Solid Electrolytes (A. LOWACK ET AL., 2025)
- Feasibility study on high-energy-density almost-solid-state sodium batteries with thin ceramic Na3.4Zr2Si2.4P0.6O12 separators (A. LOWACK ET AL., 2025)
- Sputtered Zero-Excess Electrodes with Metallic Seed Layers for Solid-State Sodium Batteries (A. LOWACK ET AL., 2024)
Product Description
The PAT-Cell-Force is a specialized operando test cell that enables adjustment and measurement of the mechanical force applied to the cell stack. With a wide force range of up to 1700 N, a pressure of up to 60 MPa can be applied on the cell stack, depending on the electrode diameter. This makes the PAT-Cell-Force ideal for characterizing solid-state batteries, but it can also be used for other aprotic lithium-ion battery chemistries with liquid electrolytes.
The PAT-Cell-Force uses the patented PAT-Core system to build perfectly aligned cell stacks. For liquid electrolytes, PAT-Core components with 18 mm electrode diameter are available for performing 2- and 3-electrode measurements. Please note that the PAT-Cell-Force uses a special variant of the upper plunger.
For solid-state electrolytes, a new variant of the PAT-Core, the PAT-Solid-Core, is available. This variant is specifically designed for measurements on solid-state batteries and features carbide plungers and PPS insulation sleeves. In conjunction with the new Solid-State Pressing Device, the solid-state test specimen can be pressed directly in the PAT-Solid-Core.
The PAT-Solid-Core is available in various electrode diameters (6 and 10 mm). If used inside the PAT-Cell-Force, this allows a load of up to 60 MPa to be applied to the cell stack during assembly and monitored throughout the entire electrochemical cycle. In addition, built-in sensors enable simultaneous monitoring of gas pressure and temperature.
An EL-CELL potentiostat, such as the PAT-Tester-x-8 or PAT-Tester-i-16, is required to cycle the PAT-Cell-Force. The use of the PAT-Terminal-1 is recommended for precise force adjustment before each experiment. All sensor signals are recorded and transmitted digitally in real-time for plotting in EL-Software.
The PAT-Cell-Force is directly connected to the EL-CELL potentiostat or docking station via a cable-free connection. This accelerates experiment setup and reduces signal noise. Thanks to its advanced sealing design, the PAT-Cell-Force is ideal for stable long-term measurements. In addition, the device is equipped with an electronic cell tag (PAT-Button) for automatic recognition in the EL-Software.
PAT-Core with specialized upper plunger
Overview of the PAT-Solid-CorePAT-Cell-Force Update 2026: What’s new?
New features:
- Compatible with PAT-Solid-Core for cycling solid-state cell stacks with up to 60 MPa applied pressure
Improvements:
- Improved applied force range of up to 1700 N
Changes:
- Changed upper plunger geometry for PAT-Core setups when using the new Clamping Yoke (ECC1-00-0375-C) for solid state. The new plunger has a flat top. (stainless steel version, Order no.: ECC1-01-0107-A)
Configuration Options
The PAT-Cell-Force is available in various configurations, offering different capabilities depending on your requirements. Please specify your desired configuration when inquiring about a product. We will be happy to advise you if you have any questions.
| Cell Base | + | Clamping Yoke | + | Cell Lid | = | Complete Cell |
 |  |  |  |
Cell Bases
| Order No. | Name | Features | |
 | ECC1-00-0530-I | Cell base unit divided 1700 |
|
Clamping Yokes
| Order No. | Name | Features | Notes | ||
 | ECC1-00-0375-A | Clamping yoke unit 1500 |
|  | Upper plunger B is required for PAT-Core setup! |
 | ECC1-00-0375-C | Clamping yoke unit 1700 |
|  | Upper plunger C is required for PAT-Core setup! |
Cell Lids
| Order No. | Name | Features | |
 | ECC1-00-0236-H | Screw cap unit insulated, high volume |
|
Specifications
Specifications
| Height | 104 mm |
| Diameter | 49.5 mm |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Separator diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Electrode diameter | PAT-Core: 18 mm |
| PAT-Solid-Core: 6 mm | |
| Operational temperature | -20 to 80 °C |
| Applied pressure | PAT-Core: Up to 5.9 MPa |
| PAT-Solid-Core (6 mm): Up to 60 MPa | |
| Force sensor (digital): | |
| Range | Up to 1700 Newton |
| Gas pressure sensor (digital): | |
| Range | 0 to 3 bar abs. |
| Accuracy | < 5 mbar |
| Resolution | 0.1 mbar |
| Temperature sensor (digital): | |
| Range | -20 °C to 80 °C |
Compatible Potentiostats/Battery Tester
| Charge/Discharge/Impedance | Read Force Sensor | Read Pressure Sensor | Read Temperature Sensor | Temperature Control | |
| PAT-Tester-x-8* | * | ||||
| PAT-Tester-i-16 | |||||
| Third-party Potentiostat | |||||
| *with external temperature chamber |
Compatible PAT Docking Stations
| Charge/Discharge/Impedance | Read Force Sensor | Read Pressure Sensor | Read Temperature Sensor | |
| PAT-Clamp-1 | ||||
| PAT-Stand-1 | ||||
| PAT-Stand-1 U | ||||
| PAT-Stand-4 | ||||
| PAT-Stand-16 | ||||
| PAT-Chamber-16 | ||||
| PAT-Heater-4 |
Documentation
Advanced Battery Test Cell for measuring with a defined force
The PAT-Cell-Force is a specialized operando test cell that enables adjustment and measurement of the mechanical force applied to the cell stack. With a wide force range of up to 1700 N, a pressure of up to 60 MPa can be applied on the cell stack, depending on the electrode diameter. This makes the PAT-Cell-Force ideal for characterizing solid-state batteries, but it can also be used for other aprotic lithium-ion battery chemistries with liquid electrolytes.
The PAT-Cell-Force uses the patented PAT-Core system to build perfectly aligned cell stacks. For liquid electrolytes, PAT-Core components with 18 mm electrode diameter are available for performing 2- and 3-electrode measurements. Please note that the PAT-Cell-Force uses a special variant of the upper plunger.
For solid-state electrolytes, a new variant of the PAT-Core, the PAT-Solid-Core, is available. This variant is specifically designed for measurements on solid-state batteries and features carbide plungers and PPS insulation sleeves. In conjunction with the new Solid-State Pressing Device, the solid-state test specimen can be pressed directly in the PAT-Solid-Core.
The PAT-Solid-Core is available in various electrode diameters (6 and 10 mm). If used inside the PAT-Cell-Force, this allows a load of up to 60 MPa to be applied to the cell stack during assembly and monitored throughout the entire electrochemical cycle. In addition, built-in sensors enable simultaneous monitoring of gas pressure and temperature.
An EL-CELL potentiostat, such as the PAT-Tester-x-8 or PAT-Tester-i-16, is required to cycle the PAT-Cell-Force. The use of the PAT-Terminal-1 is recommended for precise force adjustment before each experiment. All sensor signals are recorded and transmitted digitally in real-time for plotting in EL-Software.
The PAT-Cell-Force is directly connected to the socket of an EL-CELL potentiostat or docking station without cabling. This accelerates experiment setup and reduces signal noise. Thanks to its advanced sealing design, the PAT-Cell-Force is ideal for stable long-term measurements. In addition, the device is equipped with an electronic cell tag (PAT-Button) for automatic recognition in the EL-Software.
PAT-Cell-Force Overview
Typical Use Cases
- Testing of Solid-State Batteries with up to 60 MPa applied pressureÂ
- Testing of aprotic battery chemistries with liquid electrolytes
- Force Adjustment During Assembly and Measurement During the Electrochemical Cycle
- Electrochemical Cycling with 2- or 3 Electrodes
Features
Force adjustment and measurement, max. 1700 Newton
Modular cell stack configuration with PAT-Core and PAT-Solid-Core (New!) Up to 60 MPa pressure on cell stacks using PAT-Solid-Core (6 mm diameter) Up to 5.9 MPa pressure on cell stacks using with PAT-Core (18 mm dianeter) Gas pressure sensor (0 to 3 bar abs.) and Temperature sensor (-20° C to 80° C) Compatible with metal seals for maximum cell tightness Cableless cell connection, with PAT-Button (electronic cell tag)Specifications
| Height | 104 mm |
| Diameter | 49.5 mm |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Separator diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Electrode diameter | PAT-Core: 18 mm |
| PAT-Solid-Core: 6 mm | |
| Operational temperature | -20 to 80 °C |
| Applied pressure | PAT-Core: Up to 5.9 MPa |
| PAT-Solid-Core (6 mm): Up to 60 MPa | |
| Force sensor (digital): | |
| Range | Up to 1700 Newton |
| Gas pressure sensor (digital): | |
| Range | 0 to 3 bar abs. |
| Accuracy | < 5 mbar |
| Resolution | 0.1 mbar |
| Temperature sensor (digital): | |
| Range | -20 °C to 80 °C |
Compatible Potentiostats / Battery Testers
| Charge/Discharge/Impedance | Read Force Sensor | Read Pressure Sensor | Read Temperature Sensor | Temperature Control | |
| PAT-Tester-x-8* | * | ||||
| PAT-Tester-i-16 | |||||
| Third-party Potentiostat | |||||
| *with external temperature chamber |
Compatible PAT docking stations
| Charge/Discharge/Impedance | Read Force Sensor | Read Pressure Sensor | Read Temperature Sensor | |
| PAT-Clamp-1 | ||||
| PAT-Stand-1 | ||||
| PAT-Stand-1 U | ||||
| PAT-Stand-4 | ||||
| PAT-Stand-16 | ||||
| PAT-Chamber-16 | ||||
| PAT-Heater-4 |
Documentation
 | PAT-Cell-Force Manual | |
| Release | 1.1 | |
| Date | September 2025 | |
| Type | ||
| Size | 1.1 MB | |
| Download |
Application Notes
Quantifying Sodium Dendrite Formation in Na5SmSi4O12 Solid Electrolytes (A. LOWACK ET AL., 2025)
This study addresses the critical challenge in solid-state batteries (SSBs) by analyzing sodium dendrite formation in Na5SmSi4O12 (NaSmSiO) solid electrolytes qualitatively and quantitatively.
Read the articleThis study investigates the feasibility and limitations of almost-solid-state sodium batteries(Na-aSSBs) as novel energy storage solutions.
Read the articleZero-excess sodium metal solid-state batteries offer improved safety, lower cost, higher energy density, and reduced resource dependency compared to today’s lithium-ion technology. This study demonstrates the fabrication of zero-excess electrodes with unprecedented stability during plating/stripping cycles.
Read the articleConsumables
Configuration Options
The PAT-Cell-Force is available in various configurations, offering different capabilities depending on your requirements. Please specify your desired configuration when inquiring about a product. We will be happy to advise you if you have any questions.
| Cell Base | + | Clamping Yoke | + | Cell Lid | = | Complete Cell |
| | | |
Cell Bases
| Cell base divided (Force),assy (Order no. ECC1-00-0530-I) | |
| Features:
|
Clamping Yokes
| Clamping yoke (F) (Order no. ECC1-00-0375-A) | ||
| Features:
| Please note:
|
| Clamping yoke solid state (Order no. ECC1-00-0375-C) | ||
| Features:
| Please note:
|
Cell Lids
| Screw cap insulated (PAT) high volume (Order no. ECC1-00-0236-H) | |
| Features:
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Accessories, Consumables & Spare Parts
Accessories
Solid-State Pressing-Device, (Order no.: ECC1-02-0050-B)
The solid-state pressing device enables direct pressing of solid-state cell stacks in the PAT-Solid-Core. The housing is airtight, enabling use outside the glove box.
This tool kit is designed to ensure the correct installation when using metal lid seals.
Consumables
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Upper Plunger (PAT-Core) do i need for my PAT-Cell-Force?
The PAT-Cell-Force is fully compatible with the PAT-Core system, but requires a customized upper plunger. This can vary depending on which clamping yoke is installed in the PAT-Cell-Force.
- ECC1-00-0375-A clamping yoke. It can be recognized on older cells by the hole on the top.
The following upper plungers are compatible with it:
Upper plunger B, SS, Order no. ECC1-01-0026-R
Upper plunger B, Cu, Order no. ECC1-01-0026-W
Upper plunger B, Al, Order no. ECC1-01-0026-V
- ECC1-00-0375-C clamping yoke
Upper plungers with a flat top are required here:
Upper plunger C, SS (Force), Order no. ECC1-01-0107-A
Recommended tools
EL-Cut
High precision cutting pliers to eliminate torn and chipped electrode edges. Recommended diameter size for use with the PAT-Cell-Force is 18 mm.
ECC-LiPunch
Punching tool for lithium foil. The recommended size for use with the PAT-Cell-Porce is 18 mm.
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