- OCSiAl and Molicel are partnering to enhance ultrahigh-power lithium-ion cells with single wall carbon nanotubes.
- The new INR-21700-P50B, featuring OCSiAl nanotubes, offers the highest energy density and ultrafast charging for premium mobility applications.
- The long-term partnership focuses on boosting battery performance through research in three-dimensional conductive networks, resilient framework electrodes, and Si-dominated anodes.
OCSiAl, the world's leading manufacturer of single wall carbon nanotubes, has been approved as an official supplier by Molicel, a global leader in high-performance lithium-ion battery cells. The two companies have formed a long-term strategic partnership focused on significantly enhancing ultra-high-power lithium-ion cells. OCSiAl supplies Molicel with nanotubes to improve both anode and cathode performance, resulting in batteries with superior efficiency, fast-charge convenience, and extended cycle life compared to existing market solutions.
Last year, Molicel showcased the innovative technology and design of ultrahigh-power P50B lithium-ion battery cells, enhanced with OCSiAl’s single wall carbon nanotubes. The next-generation INR-21700-P50B power cell boasts ultra-high energy density, 260 Wh/kg, and delivers unbeatable peak power of 413 W at 45°C, along with 5C ultrafast charging capabilities. The INR-21700-P50B is designed to cater to the premium segment in various applications, holding great potential for hyper EVs, racing sports cars, eVTOLs, racing motorcycles, heavy lift drones, and more. To boost battery performance, the long-term partnership will focus its research on three-dimensional conductive networks, resilient framework electrodes, and Si-dominated anodes.
“The collaboration between Molicel’s advanced cell technology and OCSiAl’s single wall carbon nanotubes has made it possible for the INR-21700-P50B to redefine high-power cylindrical cells,” said Casey Shiue, President of Molicel. “This synergistic approach yields a superior power-to-energy ratio, a remarkable doubling of battery cycle life to 1,400 cycles at 100 W discharge, and ultralow impedance through innovative interface engineering, resulting in superior performance and efficiency, while maintaining excellent energy density and cycle life.”
OCSiAl single wall carbon nanotubes, nature’s longest and most flexible material for conductivity and reinforcement of electrodes, hold a superior position among other carbon-based additives for batteries. “OCSiAl single wall carbon nanotubes create robust long-distance electrical networks that connect particles of active materials, forming ‘high-speed highways’ capable of withstanding high currents and remaining stable even during severe active material volume expansion over long-term cycling,” said Andrej Seniut, Head of OCSiAl Energy Projects.
OCSiAl is committed to establishing a sustainable global supply network as a cornerstone for future battery technologies. Following the launch of its nanotube synthesis and dispersion facility in Europe last year, OCSiAl continues to actively invest in production expansion across key markets to meet the rapidly growing demand for high-performance batteries.
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About OCSiAl
Headquartered in Luxembourg, OCSiAl is the world’s leading manufacturer of single wall carbon nanotubes. OCSiAl produces high-purity single wall carbon nanotubes on an industrial scale under the TUBALL™ brand name. The nanotubes have potential applications across up to 50% of global materials markets. OCSiAl has developed and is marketing globally a wide range of nanotube products for electrochemical power sources and various polymers, and creates fundamentally new products based on them. The company’s sales force and distributor network cover more than 50 countries around the world. OCSiAl nanotubes play an essential role in all existing and new battery technologies and are being used by most key global battery producers.
About MOLICEL
E-One Moli Energy Corporation, established in 1998, is a world-class manufacturer of high-performance, superior-quality rechargeable lithium-ion cells and battery pack products. The company provides power-optimized cylindrical cells under the brand MOLICEL.
With over 40 years’ rechargeable lithium-ion know-how and innovative technology research and development, MOLICEL is famous for its excellent power density product, which presents both high-discharge and fast-charge capabilities, balanced with good energy density. The company has been recognized as the first choice for world-leading manufacturers in applications such as sports cars/motorcycles, EVTOLs, aerospace, and heavy-duty tools.
MOLICEL belongs to the energy business of TCC Group Holdings. TCC Group Holdings was the first company listed on the Taiwan stock market. The group has business units in the fields of power plants, renewable energy, and BESS.
