Global Lithium Silicon Battery Market Key Trends
Lithium silicon batteries are a sub-class of lithium-ion batteries that employ silicon-based anode and lithium-ions acting as charge carriers.Increasing Industrialisation
With the changing lifestyles of the consumers due to the rapid urbanisation and industrialisation, the demand for smart electronics is rising, this is bolstering the demand for lithium silicon batteries.Better Energy Density
Lithium-ion batteries with graphite anodes are widely used in multiple applications ranging from small consumer uses to large rigid energy storage. However, graphite does not provide high energy output and is being substituted by silicon for better performance.Rising Need for Energy Storage
Energy storage is extensively used in power grids, vehicles, for machinery, among many other applications. Manufacturers are developing and launching new solutions to meet the demand.Growth Opportunities for Global Lithium Silicon Battery Market
Rising Adoption of Electric Vehicles
The market for lithium-ion batteries with silicon anode will rise with increasing adoption in electric vehicles due to their higher energy density and longer battery life.Rising Demand for Portable Devices
Lithium silicon batteries is widely used for portable devices and the demand will further grow as the technology develops for portable devices, such as smartwatches, smartphones, and tablets, among others.Challenges to Global Lithium Silicon Battery Market
Expansion of Battery
Silicon-anode batteries can expand greatly when fully charged and this can significantly damage the structure of the battery.The Expensive Process of Production
Manufacturing silicon materials require sophisticated equipment, and the manufacturing involves complex procedures to ensure that the silicon does not expand and damages the battery.Global Lithium Silicon Battery Market Segmentation
Global Lithium Silicon Battery Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:Market Breakup by Battery Shape
- Prismatic
- Cylindrical
- Coin-Shaped
- Multi Cell
- Others
Market Breakup by End Use
- Automobile
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Consumer Electronics
- Others
Market Breakup by Region
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
Market Share by Battery Shape
Based on battery shape, the market segments include prismatic, cylindrical, coin-shaped, and multi-cell, among others. Among these segments, the cylindrical shape has been the most widely adopted as these are suitable for automated manufacturing. They also allow even distribution of the internal pressure over the circumference of the cell.Prismatic lithium cells are the second largest segment as they offer larger energy capacity and can be found inside laptops. Due to their higher energy output, they are used to build larger battery packs.
Market Share by End-Use
The market segments, according to end-use, can be divided into automobile, aerospace, defence, and consumer electronics, among others.Among these, the consumer electronics segment is expected to hold the largest market share. Technological advancements have led various electronic devices, such as delivery drones, wearables, and AR/VR devices to adopt a lighter and compact design.
This has propelled various companies to develop lithium silicon batteries as the lithium-ion batteries started showing drawbacks related to size, weight, and energy capacity.
Competitive Landscape
The lithium silicon battery market report comprehensively analyses key players in the market, covering their competitive landscape and the latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.Enovix Corporation
Enovix Corporation is a leading company engaged in the manufacturing of silicon-anode lithium batteries. They are headquartered in the United States and were founded in 2007. They are focused on developing high-density batteries with a greater life cycle. Their primary target is providing high-energy batteries for manufacturers of mobile devices.3M Co.
3M Co. is one of the largest multinational conglomerates headquartered in Minnesota, the United States, which was founded in June 1902. They have a wide product portfolio, encompassing thousands of products including adhesives, laminates, medical products, car-care products, electronic circuits, and EV battery solutions, among many others.
Nexeon Ltd.
Nexeon Ltd. is a company focused on dealing with battery materials and manufacturing lithium-ion and silicon anode technology batteries. They develop lithium batteries for electronic vehicles, wearables, and consumer electronics to provide sustainable energy. Its headquarter is located in Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom and the company was founded in 2006.Other key players in the market include Global Graphene Group, EoCell Inc, and Sila Nanotechnologies, among others.
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Companies Mentioned
- Enovix Corporation
- 3M Co.
- Nexeon Ltd.