What is a M3P battery?

During a battery conference in July 2022, CATL chief scientist Wu Kai noted that the M3P battery is based on a new material system that features a higher energy density than conventional LFP batteries.

When will CATL M3P batteries hit the market?

At the 2022 World EV & ES Battery Conference in China yesterday, CATL chief scientist Wu Kai said the M3P batteries have already reached volume production and will hit the market in 2023. CATL chairman Robin Zeng also briefly mentioned the M3P batteries for the first time since February, but offered no additional details.

What is CATL M3P battery chemistry?

Last summer, we told our readers about a new battery chemistry from CATL, the world’s largest maker of lithium-ion batteries. Called M3P, the new batteries are said to be up to 15% more energy dense than LFP batteries, which would allow cars like the Tesla Model 3 to have a range in excess of 400 miles.

What is the difference between Model 3 Y and M3P battery?

The M3P technology replaces the iron in the base Model 3's LFP battery with a combination of manganese and other metals to offer higher energy density at a comparable price. CATL has also started production of its 4680-style cells that offer better longevity and higher density than what's in the Model Y.

Are M3P batteries the same as Lmfp cells?

Although the chemistry may be similar, CATL has said the M3P batteries vary from Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP) cells. Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd., aka CATL, is a global energy technology company and the leading EV battery manufacturer in China.

Are CATL M3P batteries the same as Lmfp batteries?

Following reports out of China earlier this month, battery behemoth CATL has confirmed the production of its M3P batteries that will deliver next year. Although the chemistry may be similar, CATL has said the M3P batteries vary from Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP) cells.