What Do Tesla’s 4680 Batteries Really Do Better?
What do Tesla’s 4680 batteries do better? Here’s what they do better and why they make Tesla a cut above the rest of the competition.
Compromise
There is always a compromise with batteries. Iron phosphate cathodes are lower cost, but that sacrifices energy density. If you want more power, you lose range. Faster charging speed causes more degradation. Battery safety matters to. A pouch battery can be lighter than a prismatic, but there are issues with that. It’s all about the right balance for the right application.
Prismatic cells are easier to manufacture, but production is slower. There are complex manufacturing techniques. Tesla is able to get exceptional power without sacrificing range too much. Still, there haven’t been too many breakthroughs since the initial lithium-ion battery.
Tesla’s 4680 batteries have some breakthroughs…
What Do Tesla’s 4680 Batteries Really Do Better?
