Silicon-based anode materials developer HPQ Silicon has shipped the first industrial batches of its lithium-ion battery cells, which it manufactured using its GEN3 material.
The initial 18650 and 21700 format cells, developed under the HPQ ENDURA+ brand, mark a key step in the company’s transition from pilot testing to market engagement.
HPQ expects to reach an annual production capacity of up to 1.5 million cells through its partnership with Novacium. The newly manufactured batches will be used in direct discussions with prospective clients across various sectors, including mobility and electronics.
Cell production for the HPQ ENDURA+ line is subcontracted to an unnamed large-scale battery manufacturer. This enables immediate integration into high-throughput lines without the need for new infrastructure, HPQ said. It also enables HPQ and Novacium to focus on the development and optimization of their silicon-based anode materials, while leveraging established manufacturing expertise.
HPQ confirmed that it now holds finalized product specification sheets for the 4,000 mAh 18650 and 6,000 mAh 21700 battery formats, providing technical precision to interested partners. The batteries deliver up to 1,000 charge cycles, while comparable 18650 cells available on the market typically offer between 2,500 and 3,500 mAh and shorter life spans below 500 cycles.
“These first shipments demonstrate our ability to execute and move swiftly from R&D to commercial readiness,” said Bernard J. Tourillon, Chairman, President and CEO of HPQ Silicon Inc. “We are now in a position to put our batteries in front of customers, backed by real performance data and a clear path to scaled production.”
Source: HPQ Silicon
