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What is a 4680 battery?

In energy storage, the 4680 battery has emerged as a groundbreaking innovation, arguably one of the most significant advancements in battery technology over the past century. Developed by Tesla, it has the potential to revolutionize various industries and reshape our future in unprecedented ways.

What is the capacity of a 4680 cell?

A cylindrical cell that is 46mm in diameter and 80mm high. Capacity tests : 26.5Ah (estimate based on 21700 5Ah volumetric energy density) and this fits with capacity of the Model Y pack that uses this cell. The Laboratory for Energy Storage and Conversion carried out the testing and data analysis of the two 4680 cells reported in this article.

What is a Tesla 4680 battery?

Much like the numerous rewrites of Tesla Autopilot over the years, the 4680 cells represent a fundamental rewrite of the history of battery cells at Tesla. Silicon is used in Tesla’s batteries today, but its physical properties make it a bit of a challenging element to use at higher volumes.

How much energy does a 4680 cell store?

In the following years, an improved energy density is expected to offer higher energy: 108 Wh (up 10%) in 2023 and 118 Wh (up 9.3% from 108 Wh) in 2024. The 4680-type cell already stores over 5-times more energy than the physically smaller 2170-type cell.

How many kWh does a 4680 pack have?

The final pack with 84 kWh’s and a 24 by 40 grid is shown in figure 2. Final 4680 pack layout fits perfectly in a Model 3/Y and has 84 kWh of energy. Please note that the pack we are discussing here is not necessarily the configuration that Tesla will come up with in a “clean sheet” design.

What are the benefits of a 4680 EV?

One of the 4680 cells' most significant benefits is their increased energy density. The larger format allows for more active material per cell, which means each cell can store more energy. This translates to longer driving ranges for Tesla vehicles, addressing one of the primary concerns for EV adoption.