How does dust from manufacturing processes impact battery quality and performance?

Even small amounts of airborne dust can cause significant quality issues. Conductive or reactive dusts — such as graphite or lithium — may trigger internal short circuits or alter chemical reactions inside the cell. This can result in reduced capacity, shorter cycle life, increased defect rates, and in some cases, battery failure. Effective dust control is vital to meet the performance standards required for EV and energy storage applications.