Research progress in NaFePO4 cathode material for sodium-ion batteries

Wentao PAN, Xinling YU, Xulai YANG, Qian HUANG

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Journal of Materials Engineering ›› 2025, Vol. 53 ›› Issue (7) : 153-161. DOI: 10.11868/j.issn.1001-4381.2023.000260
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Research progress in NaFePO4 cathode material for sodium-ion batteries

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Sodium iron phosphate （NaFePO4， NFP）， a cathode material renowned for its stable three-dimensional structure and high theoretical specific capacity of 154 mAh·g-1， stands out as a pivotal component in sodium ion batteries. NFP exists in two distinct crystal structures： triphylite and maricite. The triphylite variety boasts a long lifespan and high reversible capacity， yet its structural thermodynamic instability poses challenges for conventional synthesis methods. Conversely， the maricite structure is stable but exhibits electrochemically inert characteristics due to the absence of cationic transport channels. Both structures suffer from low conductivity and sluggish reaction kinetics， hindering their industrial applications. This paper delves into the characteristics of these two crystal structures and summarizes various synthesis methods， including solid-state， hydrothermal， displacement， and electrospinning， as well as modification techniques such as crystal structure regulation and material surface modification. Additionally， it identifies the key challenges faced by NFP cathodes and presents potential solutions， while also outlining future research directions.

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sodium-ion battery / cathode material / sodium iron phosphate / synthesis method / modification measure

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Wentao PAN , Xinling YU , Xulai YANG , et al. Research progress in NaFePO4 cathode material for sodium-ion batteries. Journal of Materials Engineering. 2025, 53(7): 153-161 https://doi.org/10.11868/j.issn.1001-4381.2023.000260

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