Slot Die

Custom Precision Slot Die for Battery and Film Coating

Novitas  develops custom slot die for new energy batteries, electrochemical systems, and advanced functional thin films.
We combine precision machining with application-focused engineering support, helping clients move from lab R&D to mass production scale-up.

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Characteristics of Slot Die

A slot die is a specialized metal mold with a narrow-slit outlet, designed for producing materials of high flatness. By designing the physical structures, such as manifold and lip, under a stable slurry delivery, it can form a wet film on the substrate uniformly. The wet film undergoes drying in subsequent processes to achieve the desired dry film. Its sealed structure offers significant advantages over traditional blade and comma coating in terms of coating uniformity, prevention of slurry property changes, environmental friendliness, and cleanliness, making it a high-level coating technology in modern industrial systems.

Typical Engineering Challenges

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Challenges
  •  high-viscosity slurry
  •  film thickness variation
  • tight development timelines
  •  nano-scale functional layer
  • corrosive chemistries
  • frequent size changes
  • extremely strict uniformity requirements
  • new products on existing pilot lines
  • wide viscosity ranges
  • slot die mismatch
  • frequent parameter changes before the product is finalized
  •  limited slot die experience
  • targeting higher-end segments
  • complex integration with machine platforms
Key focus
  • uniform slurry distribution
  • precise die lip accuracy
  • material compatibility
  • structural stability
  • repeatable performance across multiple formats
  • stability and consistency during scale-up
  • responding quickly to iteration cycles
  •  coordination of slurry supply
  • mounting / positioning
  • maintenance accessibility
  • overall machine performance
Novitas support
  • custom flow-channel design
  • precision lip machining
  • rapid prototype iteration
  • low-volume
  • body material options (630 / 316L / Hastelloy)
  • replaceable shim structures
  • machining/assembly control
  • high-compatibility interface matching for new slot die solutions,
  • collaborative parameter optimization
  • remote engineering support
  •  OEM co-development
  • engineering collaboration
  • structural optimization
  • long-term technical support

Novitas Core Engineering Solutions

  1. Achieve predictable structural stability from R&D through mass production
  2. Shorten validation cycles in R&D
    Enhance overall equipment performance and competitiveness
  3. Improve coating uniformity and thickness stability
  4. Diagnose and resolve coating issues efficiently

Products and Services

  About slot die

  • Highly customized slot die coating heads
    Versatile slot die heads for R&D platforms
ParameterRange
Max length2,000 mm
Coating width100 – 1,900 mm
Slurry viscosity1 – 50,000 cps
Body materials630 / 316L / Hastelloy
Shim material304

 Features:

    • mirror-grade finishing
    • custom flow channels
    • custom lip geometry
    • custom shim specifications
    • optimized exhaust design
  • Precision shims and stainless structural components

  About services

  • NDA-supported collaboration
  • Process parameter optimization support
  • Remote engineering assistance
  • Lifecycle maintenance guidance
  • Refurbishment and repair services
  • Spare parts support

  Optional configurations

  • Super hard lip design
  • Gap adjustment mechanism
  • Corrosion-resistant coating
  • Wear-resistant coating
  • Hinge design

FAQs

Q1 : Can the coating width be customized?

Yes. We support fixed or adjustable designs within 100 ~ 2,000 mm. The final configuration is defined based on machine constraints, flow requirements, and coating stability targets. We can assist clients throughout the entire process to complete parameter settings.

Yes. The typical viscosity range is 1 ~ 50,000 cps. Design selection depends on slurry rheology, solids content, supply pressure / pump type, and target film thickness.

Uniformity is influenced by slurry distribution, lip parallelism, shim thickness control, flow-channel design, and machine-level factors (e.g., web tension). We can provide CTQ inspection reports based on project requirements.

Yes. We support low-volume builds and structural iterations during R&D and scale-up, focusing on stability and predictable engineering outcomes. We can continue to support the industrialization projects of research institutions and college research groups.

Yes. We can collaborate on slot die design, as well as slurry supply interfaces, positioning, maintenance accessibility, and performance alignment with the machine platform.

Yes. Material options include 316L, 630, and Hastelloy. Selection is based on the specific chemical environment and compatibility needs. In some cases, we conduct sample testing with clients in advance.

Yes. We can provide lip precision inspection, shim thickness inspection, and CTQ full inspection reports as required by the project.

Yes. We offer remote engineering support (parameter optimization, issue diagnosis, maintenance guidance), and can provide refurbishment and spare parts support when needed.