18650 Battery Welding: Pure Nickel vs Plated Steel Strips 2026-08-06
This comprehensive guide explores the critical differences between pure nickel strips and nickel-plated steel strips for 18650 and 21700 battery pack spot welding. While both materials look similar, their fundamental properties dictate their application. Pure nickel offers exceptional electrical conductivity, minimal heat generation, excellent fatigue resistance, and long-term corrosion protection, making it the mandatory choice for high-power electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems (ESS). In contrast, nickel-plated steel is more cost-effective but suffers from higher internal resistance and rust risks, limiting its use to low-power devices. The article also provides detailed equipment parameter recommendations to prevent false welding, and introduces advanced alternatives like Cu-Ni composite busbars from Xinxinyuan Precision Tech to maximize your battery module's safety and lifespan.