This invention provides a ternary precursor with a wide
particle size distribution, its preparation method, and its applications. The precursor is a high-
nickel ternary precursor with spherical or near-spherical secondary particles. Its
particle size distribution is unimodal, with D50 of 10-13 μm, Span of 1.0-1.3, D10 of 5-8 μm, and D90 of 16-21 μm. The moderate particle size of this ternary precursor ensures that it does not fly away during
processing, is easy to coat, and is fully compatible with existing production lines. The wide-distribution unimodal structure achieves graded filling of particles of varying sizes, significantly reducing
electrode porosity, resulting in high compaction density and a substantial increase in battery volumetric
energy density. It also avoids the
sintering performance mismatch problem caused by multimodal distribution. The
spherical morphology provides good flowability and dispersibility, resulting in uniform
coating. Furthermore, its small specific surface area reduces
electrolyte side reactions and improves cycle stability.