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CATL's Tianxing-B Battery: Revolutionizing Electric Buses with Financial Benefits and ROI 🚌🔋

🔍Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) has unveiled its latest innovation, the Tianxing-B battery, specifically designed for the electric bus sector. This cutting-edge battery not only boasts an impressive lifespan of up to 1.5 million kilometers (932,000 miles) and a warranty of 10 years or 1 million kilometers (621,400 miles) but also offers substantial financial benefits that…

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CATL Unveils TENER: Zero-Degradation Energy Storage Breakthrough

CATL Introduces TENER: World's First Five-Year Zero-Degradation Energy Storage System with 6.25MWh Capacity

On April 9th, CATL revealed TENER, the world's inaugural mass-producible energy storage system boasting zero degradation within its initial five years of operation, in Beijing, China. With comprehensive safety features, a five-year lifespan free of degradation, and a robust 6.25MWh capacity, TENER is poised to accelerate the widespread adoption of new energy storage technologies and propel the sector toward higher quality standards.

Pioneering Mass-Production of Zero-Degradation Systems

While maintaining capacity over the first five years of use marks a significant leap forward in battery lifespan extension, ensuring zero degradation of power is equally crucial for energy storage power plants seeking to align with the demands of emerging electric power systems. By harnessing biomimetic SEI (solid electrolyte interphase) and self-assembled electrolyte technologies, TENER has overcome barriers to lithium ion movement, achieving zero degradation in both power and capacity. This guarantees consistent auxiliary power consumption levels throughout its entire lifecycle, effectively creating an "ageless" energy storage solution.

Empowered by state-of-the-art technologies and advanced manufacturing capabilities, CATL has addressed challenges posed by highly reactive lithium metals in zero-degradation batteries, thereby mitigating thermal runaway risks stemming from oxidation reactions.

Unmatched Energy Density in a Compact Form: 20-foot Container housing 6.25MWh Capacity

TENER boasts an impressive 6.25MWh capacity within a TEU container, marking a 30% increase in energy density per unit area and a 20% reduction in overall station footprint. This innovative design enhances energy density and efficiency within limited spatial constraints.

CATL's cutting-edge cell technology underpins the system's outstanding performance. TENER is equipped with long-lasting, zero-degradation cells tailored for energy storage applications, achieving an impressive energy density of 430 Wh/L, a significant milestone for LFP batteries used in energy storage.

Dedicated Quality Management for Ultimate Safety

In pursuit of ultimate safety in energy storage, CATL has established an end-to-end quality management system encompassing technology development, proof testing, operation monitoring, and safety failure analysis. Tailored safety goals are set for different scenarios, with corresponding safety technologies developed to meet these objectives. To validate these technologies, CATL has created a validation platform simulating safety tests for energy storage systems across various power grid scenarios. Post-deployment, CATL continuously monitors system operation via AI-powered risk monitoring and intelligent early warning systems, calculating product failure rates throughout their lifecycle to refine safety design goals.

CATL has reduced cell failure rates to parts per billion levels for TENER, translating to lower operating costs and significantly enhanced internal rates of return when extended over the system's full lifecycle.

Energy storage plays a pivotal role in the green energy transition, and CATL is committed to delivering world-class solutions to customers globally. The introduction of TENER marks another milestone in CATL's ongoing commitment to energy transition. Looking ahead, CATL will continue its dedication to open innovation, collaborating with industry partners worldwide to lead the charge in innovation and advanced technology.

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CATL said at the event that the Shenxing Superfast Charging Battery is capable of adding 248 miles (400 km) in 10 minutes. The new battery achieved fast-charging over a wide temperature range. According to CATL, it can still charge 0 to 80% in 30 mins, even in temperatures as low as -10℃ (14℉). In addition to fast-charging, CATLs new LFP battery can deliver over 434 miles (700km) range on a single charge.

Mass production is expected by the end of the year with new EVs equipped with the fast-charging battery available on the market in the first quarter of 2024(..)!!!

P.S. If the named numbers are correct, then this is a new step forward in the development of LFP battery technology. CATL is able to produce LFP batteries cheaply in large volumes. This means that the experts hired by "big oil" greatly underestimate the pace of introduction of affordable long-range electric cars equipped with LFP batteries.

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Volkswagen, CATL étend un partenariat pour développer des véhicules électriques avec des batteries swappables · Technode

Le fabricant de batteries chinois Catl a déclaré le 21 février qu'il avait étendu son partenariat avec Volkswagen dans un mouvement pour développer des batteries «technologiquement avancées et compétitives» pour les véhicules électriques, ainsi que pour explorer le potentiel de recyclage et d'échange de batteries, et d'autres champs de champs de champs de champs de champs de champs de champs de…

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CATL ups bet on all-solid-state batteries, begins sample validation, report says

CATL has recently entered the trial production stage of 20 Ah samples, meaning the battery solution is initially finalized and it is starting to enter the production technology exploration stage, according to local media. (Image credit: CnEVPost) Chinese power battery giant CATL has increased its R&D investment in all-solid-state batteries this year, having expanded its R&D team for the program…

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Republican Lawmakers Investigate Ford's Partnership with Chinese Battery Firm CATL

A group of Republican lawmakers on the House Energy and Commerce Committee are investigating Ford Motor Company's recent partnership with Chinese battery firm CATL over potential national security risks. The outcome of this probe could have implications for future collaborations and national security.

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"Who can explain the mysteries of China's CATL and their remarkable 'superfast' battery? It speaks of a future where all could gain an extra 400km on a single charge in the same time it takes to enjoy a latte. The implications of this technology loom large, as no one can be sure of what's really happening behind the scenes."

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China plans Sodium-Ion battery Cars by end of 2023!!!

EV Revolution 2.0 – China plans Sodium Ion battery Cars by end of 2023 Continue reading Untitled

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Grade A EVE 3.2V 280Ah lifepo4 battery for 12V 24V 48V energy storage p...

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"Sodium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage are moving toward the mainstream. Wider use of these batteries could lead to lower costs, less fire risk and less need for lithium, cobalt and nickel.

On Nov. 18, CATL, the world’s largest battery manufacturer, announced its second-generation sodium-ion battery, mass production of which would begin in 2027. The China-based company said the new battery has an energy density of 200 watt-hours per kilogram, which is an increase from 160 watt-hours per kilogram for the previous generation that launched in 2021. Higher energy density in an EV battery translates into more driving range.

On Nov. 21, a consortium of seven U.S. national laboratories announced a new initiative in which they would spend $50 million to foster collaboration to accelerate the development of sodium-ion batteries. The partnership is led by Argonne National Laboratory in the Chicago area.

The two announcements are part of a larger shift as governments, researchers and companies look for alternatives to lithium-ion batteries, the dominant technology for EVs and energy storage.

For now, there are no passenger cars or trucks sold in the United States that use sodium-ion batteries. Some sodium-ion models are available in China and countries that import vehicles from China. 

“The reason we’re pursuing this is very simple,” said Venkat Srinivasan, a battery scientist at Argonne and the director of the new collaboration. “It’s because the huge demand in lithium-ion batteries has meant that we have a supply-chain constraint.

“We have a problem with cobalt. We have a problem with nickel,” he said, naming two of the metals often used in lithium-ion batteries.

Cobalt, nickel and lithium carry a variety of concerns, including the environmental damage of mining. [Note: Which is massive, and so are the human rights issues associated with lithium mining, which involves horrible conditions and is exacerbating conflict and civil wars in the Democratic Republic of Congo.] ...

In contrast, a sodium-ion battery relies on an element—sodium—that you can find in table salt and ocean water...

Also, a sodium-ion battery has much lower risk of fire. When lithium-ion batteries sustain damage, it can lead to “thermal runaway,” which triggers a dangerous and toxic fire.

The process of manufacturing sodium-ion batteries is similar to that of lithium-ion batteries, or at least similar enough that companies can shift existing assembly lines without having to spend heavily on retooling.

But sodium-ion batteries have some disadvantages. The big one is low energy density compared to lithium-ion. As a result, an EV running on a sodium-ion battery will go fewer miles per charge than a lithium-ion battery of the same size...

The national labs’ initiative has a five-year timeline, with a goal of developing sodium-ion batteries with energy densities that match or exceed those of today’s iron phosphate-based lithium-ion batteries. Researchers would do this by finding various efficiencies in design and materials.

The project is happening alongside the labs’ ongoing work to develop and improve other kinds of batteries.

Lithium-ion batteries dominate today’s market...

However, sodium-ion battery production is growing, and is projected to reach 140 gigawatt-hours by 2030, about 13 times its current level, according to Benchmark. Lithium-ion production also is projected to nearly triple by 2030.

“The key market driver for sodium-ion batteries is their potential to be cost competitive with lithium-ion batteries,” said Catherine Peake, an analyst for Benchmark...

Most of the push by battery companies to build sodium-ion systems is happening in China, but some of it is happening in other markets, including a plan by California-based Natron Energy to open its first large plant in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Natron made its announcement about the $1.4 billion project in August and has not given a timeline for when the plant would be online.

Meanwhile, researchers and companies continue working on other battery technologies.

I asked Srinivasan how sodium-ion batteries fit into this larger picture. He said sodium-ion will likely gain market share over the next few years as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries.

Near the end of the decade, solid-state batteries will begin to become available, which would allow for higher energy densities and longer driving ranges. Solid-state batteries use a solid electrolyte instead of a liquid or gel. The electrolyte is the substance through which ions move as they go from side to side during charging and discharging.

The technologies can coexist in the market, Srinivasan said.

He thinks solid-state batteries will initially be most common in high-end models and popular with people who want the longest possible ranges.

He expects that sodium-ion batteries will be more common in low-cost EVs for people who live in cities or suburbs and don’t place a high premium on driving range.

“It will not be a fringe player,” he said, about sodium-ion. “It will actually be a fast-growing segment.”"

-via Inside Climate News, December 6, 2024

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280Ah and 304Ah LiFePO4 batteries shipped to Canada

As one of regular shipment to Toronto, we ship 1800pcs prismatic LiFePO4 battery cells by a 40ft container from Shenzhen Yantian port to Toronto on 20th of January 2024

It includes 150pcs CATL 280Ah battery cells and 1650pcs EVE 304Ah LiFePO4 battery cells.

CATL 280Ah prismatic LiFePO4 battery cell is packaged in the original CATL carton box. There are 50pcs cells in each package. All batteries are welded with terminal screw bolts, and we provide connectors and isolation pads.

For the EVE 304Ah LiFePO4 battery cells, we are now using new updated welding.

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All batteries are brand new and grade A cells with test report.

The container shipped by EVERGREEN LINE arrived Vancouver port on 7th of Feb and clear customs by our freight agent Canadian Customs Brokers Inc and then it would be transfered by train from Vancouver to Toronto and it would be arrive toronto port on 15th as plan.

We are now cooperating with our clients, a famous brand company engage in energy storage with lithium battery for over 10 years, distributing lithium batteries and energy storage system in Canada and USA. With over 5 years cooperation, we deliver lithium batteries to Canada every month by boat.

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CATL’s sodium-ion battery is set to be incorporated into the initial model of Chery’s iCAR brand of new energy vehicles (NEVs). Chery announced this at their conference last week, but the launch in Q4 is further information. 36kr report also says that sodium ion will be used on Chery’s budget EVs, such as QQ Ice Cream.

Sodium-ion batteries are alternatives to LFP and NMC batteries to ease the dependence on lithium. Its price continued to rise last two years and, at its peak, exceeded 600,000 yuan/ton (87,200 USD)(..)

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Lynx DMC-EV 2024. The electric restomod specialists have revealed their take on the Giorgetto Giugiaro designed DeLorean DMC 12. The Lynx version is completely rebuilt with four electric motors, all wheel drive and a new interior featuring a massive widescreen display. Based on 1981-1983 Delorean DMC-12, the EV version has a 70 kWh CATL Battery Pack providing an estimated 250 miles of range. Costing $249,999, deliveries start in 2025

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CATL launches Freevoy battery for hybrid cars that can offer over 400 km range

CATL has launched the Freevoy battery for hybrid vehicles, which offers a range of more than 400 kilometers and supports 4 C fast charging, allowing hybrid vehicles to deliver a BEV-like experience. (A video shows CATL launching the Freevoy Super Hybrid Battery on October 24, 2024. Screenshot: CnEVPost) Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL, SHE: 300750) has launched a new battery for…