With the aim of reshaping the landscape of electric vehicle (EV) technology, Forge Battery has officially launched its groundbreaking “Gen. 1.1 Supercell” lithium-ion batteries into the market. Moreover, it seems to be in high demand as well.
“Forge Battery has received huge interest from new customers to test our made-in-America Supercells for their high-performance market needs,” said Paul Lichty, CEO of Forge Nano.
These cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells, in the widely adopted 21700 format, have been developed to address pressing challenges facing the EV industry: energy density and charging time.
“Forge Battery expects its A-Sample cells will meet or exceed industry standard lifetimes suitable for its intended target customer markets, which include electric trucks, off-highway vehicles, motorcycles and aerospace and Department of Defense (DoD) applications,” highlighted the company.
High energy density, fast charging EV battery
The Gen. 1.1 Supercell comes with a confirmed specific energy of 300 Wh/kg without the typical compromise in cycle life. It significantly surpasses the capabilities of the previous 18650 standard.
“The Forge Battery “Gen. 1.1 Supercell” expects to outperform energy density targets set by the United States Advanced Battery Consortium (USABC),” remarked the company.
This high energy density translates to a greater range for electric vehicles . This may serve to mitigate range anxiety, a prevalent issue faced by potential electric vehicle purchasers.
Additionally, the rapid charging ability of the Supercell is quite remarkable. It can reach full charge in just 10 minutes. Moreover, this is a feat achieved without compromising the battery’s lifespan .
Furthermore, the Gen. 1.1 Supercell has attained certifications from UN 38.3 and UL 1642, which confirm that the cells comply with the highest safety standards, thereby allowing for transportation to client facilities.
Atomic armor nanocoating technology
The main reason behind the Supercell’s notable performance is Forge Nano’s exclusive “Atomic Armor” nanocoating technology.
This thin layer, which is applied to both the anode and cathode, facilitates the utilization of anodes with high silicon content and allows for operation at higher voltages.
As a result, the battery cell not only provides significant energy density but also preserves its capacity throughout numerous charge cycles.
“Forge Battery’s high-energy Supercells are surpassing those currently on the market in energy density and capacity, which is a result of the Atomic Armor-coated materials utilized through the cell formulation,” said Barbara Hughes, VP of Energy Storage at Forge Nano.
Broad applications and gigafactory plans
The adaptability of the Gen. 1.1 Supercell is apparent in its extensive array of uses. Also, the organization is assured that electric vehicles utilizing its battery cell will continue to operate for many years in the future.
In addition to its remarkable technical specifications, the Gen. 1.1 Supercell has been developed with an emphasis on cost-effectiveness.
According to Forge Battery, Gen. 1.1 Supercell can be manufactured at a cost that is 20% lower per kilowatt-hour (kWh) than prevailing industry benchmarks.
On the sidelines, the company has revealed plans to construct a gigafactory.
“Forge Battery expects to begin commercial production of its Supercells at a newly constructed Gigafactory outside of Raleigh, North Carolina in 2026,” concluded the company.
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