Amprius Technologies, Inc. has launched its 450 Wh/kg SiCore™ lithium-ion battery, delivering 950 Wh/L in energy density, with mass production expected in the near term.
Built with Amprius’ proprietary silicon anode material system, this SiCore™ cell delivers up to 80% more energy than conventional lithium-ion cells with graphite anodes. This enhanced energy density translates to extended flight time, greater range, and improved system-level performance, all within a compact, lightweight design.
Designed for extreme conditions to meet the demands of aviation and defense applications, the new SiCore™ cell delivers reliable performance across wide temperature ranges and mission-critical environments. It meets the demands of High-Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS), Medium-Altitude Platform Stations (MAPS), and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), where energy density, weight, and endurance directly impact mission success. By providing longer range and greater payloads without increasing weight, this cell helps reduce total system cost. This allows operators to fly longer missions with fewer compromises, minimizing the need for additional batteries, fuel, or equipment.
This SiCore™ cell is being evaluated with plans to move into qualification with leading aviation and defense customers preparing for commercial deployment. To meet their demand, Amprius has built a global contract manufacturing network with gigawatt-hour-scale production capacity, ensuring the Company can deliver these high-performance cells at a competitive cost.
UN38.3 certification, which is required for the safe air transport of lithium-ion batteries, is expected in this quarter for this cell. This will allow Amprius to begin volume shipments shortly afterward and support broader commercial deployment worldwide.
Dr. Kang Sun, CEO of Amprius Technologies, commented, “We’ve demonstrated what’s possible at 450 Wh/kg with our SiMaxx platform years ago. What makes this SiCore™ cell different and noteworthy is that it brings that level of extreme performance into a cell chemistry and format that are ready to scale with the existing lithium-ion battery manufacturing processes and equipment in the industry. It’s production-ready, commercially available, and already being qualified by customers today.”
The commercial launch of the 450 Wh/kg SiCore™ cell follows the broader introduction of Amprius’ SiCore™ platform in January 2024. That announcement marked the debut of a new generation of silicon anode cells engineered for both high energy and high power in a single format. With the latest 450 Wh/kg cell now entering production, SiCore™ is positioned to support a wide range of high-demand applications across electric aviation, defense, and mobility markets.
Amprius is currently exhibiting at XPONENTIAL 2025, visit them at Booth 3327.
