Samsung’s pilot solid-state EV battery production line is now fully operational. With interesting features such as 600-mile range, 9-minute charging and a lifespan of 20 years, these solid-state batteries can revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) sector which plays an important role in sustainable transportation. The batteries are anticipated to be smaller, lighter, and safer than the lithium-ion batteries. The pilot line would be producing the batteries by 2027.
The samples have been delivered to some of the customers and Samsung has been receiving positive feedback. With a remarkable energy density of 500 Wh/kg, Samsung’s oxide solid-state battery technology boasts double the 270 Wh/kg density of mainstream EV batteries. This increased density would be able to double the driving range of current electric vehicles.
“All-solid-state batteries can enhance safety by replacing liquid components with solid ones. When used in the same pack size as existing products, they reduce weight and take up less space,” stated the company. Due to the high production costs, the initial application os these batteries would apparently be limited to the ‘super premium’ EV segment.
However, affordable lithium iron phosphate (LFP), cobalt-free batteries, and dry electrode production methods are being developed by Samsung to reduce costs.
“We will not only match the price in the popular and entry-level segments, but also mass produce products that can be rapidly charged in 9 minutes by 2026,” added Samsung SDI.
The revolutionary technology was unveiled by Samsung at the SNE Battery Day Expo 2024 in Seoul.