The sulfide-based all-solid-state battery (ASSB) route is seeing two major trends in 2025. First, its superior ionic conductivity has made it a consensus choice among researchers and industry players. Second, the commercialization process is accelerating, especially among startups, with clear progress in funding, production capacity, and market expansion.

Firm Lithium Technology Technology: A Three-Pronged Push

Firm Lithium Technology, a Chinese startup, has recently achieved several key milestones across funding, production capacity, and market expansion:

Funding: The company has completed its Series A round, backed by a subsidiary of Chaowei Power and SAIC’s investment arm.

Production Capacity: The company has completed its Series A round, backed by a subsidiary of Chaowei Power and SAIC’s investment arm.

Market Expansion: Firm Lithium has partnered with a Beijing-based premium electric motorcycle brand, marking its expansion beyond consumer electronics. The company aims to achieve vehicle integration by 2026 and scale up to passenger vehicles by 2027.

Early-Stage Competition: Carving Out Niches

Competition among solid-state battery startups is beginning to take shape. For instance, Chunli New Energy, which focuses on polymer-based ASSBs, launched a 200 MWh production line in late 2024, targeting the e-bike market.

Supply Chain Breakthroughs: Electrolyte Production Scaling Up

Upstream players are also making strides:

  • Zhongke Gu’neng: Secured ton-level sulfide electrolyte orders in 2025 and established a 100-ton/year production line alongside a 100 MWh pilot line in Changzhou. The company utilizes proprietary gas-phase synthesis and wet coating technologies.

  • Tianshi Kefeng: Raised tens of millions of RMB in angel funding and plans to build a tens-of-ton electrolyte powder production line in 2025, with expansion to hundred-ton scale between 2026 and 2027. Samples have already been delivered to leading players such as CATL, Gotion, and Ronbay.

  • Idemitsu Kosan : Investing over JPY 21.3 billion (~USD 140 million) to build a lithium sulfide production capacity of 1,000 tons per year by June 2027, supporting Toyota’s ASSB EV launch targets for 2027–2028.

Key Observation: A “Low-to-High” Market Entry Strategy

Most sulfide-based ASSB startups are currently targeting low-speed, light-duty, or cost-insensitive applications. This pragmatic “low-to-high” strategy allows them to secure early market share and validate their technologies on smaller cells before moving into passenger EV applications.

Notably, no sulfide-focused startup has yet established a deep partnership with an automaker in China. In contrast, companies pursuing oxide-polymer composite routes—such as Tailan, Weilan, and Qingtao—have already secured strong backing from EV manufacturers through a stepwise “semi-solid to all-solid” transition strategy.

Whether sulfide-focused startups can bridge this gap and establish a leading position remains a key development to watch.

 

Note: This article is adapted and summarized from publicly available reporting by Gaogong Lithium Battery (GGII). The original data and viewpoints belong to GGII.

 

 

 

 

Developed based on real-world application requirements, this 3.7V 4000mAh power bank is engineered to provide a balanced charging solution for small portable electronic devices such as headphones and watches. From initial design to final validation, this new arrival ——-HPC B1 represents a milestone in our rigorous R&D process, balancing Capacity with weight and size.ns.

Validated Development Process

The core competitiveness of this product stems from our meticulous control over the development process and rigorous screening of cell performance. From project initiation to mass production, every stage is driven by the core requirements of “stability, durability, and compatibility.” In particular, we have devoted significant R&D resources to cell performance testing and solution optimization to ensure that our products meet the quality standards required for mass production.

Core Cell Testing:

  • Cycle Life Test:

    Conducted using a 1.0 C5A discharge standard under strictly controlled test conditions (Charging: 0.5 C5A constant-current charging to 4.2 V, followed by constant-voltage charging at 0.02 C5A; Discharge: 1.0 C5A discharge to 2.5V; 30-minute interval between charge and discharge cycles; ambient temperature 20±5°C). After 500 complete charge-discharge cycles, the cell capacity remains at over 80% of its initial capacity, meeting durability requirements.

  • Charge/Discharge Current Control:

    During R&D, we precisely tailored the design to meet the diverse needs of B2B scenarios by establishing tiered charging current standards. In low-temperature environments (0°C–15°C), the maximum charging current is set to 0.2C (5A) to prevent cell damage caused by charging at low temperatures. In standard environments (15°C–45°C), the maximum charging current reaches 0.5C (5A), balancing charging efficiency with cell safety; The maximum discharge current is stabilized at 1.0C (5A), ensuring a steady output that meets the power requirements of 3.7V small digital devices such as Bluetooth earbuds, smart wristbands, and small office equipment, thereby preventing device damage caused by unstable current.

  • End-to-End R&D Testing:

    During the development of this product, we conducted multiple rounds of testing and optimization focused on cell performance, circuit stability, and structural compatibility. We placed particular emphasis on verifying core metrics such as cell cycle life and charge/discharge stability to ensure consistent performance across every batch of mass-produced products. This provides quality assurance for bulk purchases by enterprises and reduces post-purchase service risks.

Performance & Reliability

Based on standardized R&D processes and rigorous cell testing, it balances practicality with portability:

  • Standardized mass production and stable supply:

    With standardized 3.7V 4000mAh specifications and production processes established during the R&D phase, we achieve high mass production efficiency and ensure a stable supply.

  • Stable performance and strong adaptability:

    The core battery cells have been validated through 500-cycle lifespan testing, demonstrating outstanding durability; graded control of charge and discharge currents ensures compatibility with usage requirements in various environments.

  • Customization support to drive brand enhancement:

    We support customization of corporate logos, exterior color schemes, and packaging; we provide sample shipping services and formal cooperation agreements to guarantee delivery schedules and product quality.

 

Contact us to discuss your power bank project or customized battery requirements.

 

An unforgettable team-building journey to Xinjiang | June 21–28 2025 Exploring together. Growing together.

Xinjiang, China —is located at the westerbmost end of China, a land of breathtaking mountains,serene lakes,and rich,diverse cultures.

Covering an area nearly three times the sizeof France or seven times that of the UK.

1. Day 1— Dushanzi Grand Canyon

Eons’ Scar:  An Epic of Timeless Desolation.

Here, Tianshan snowmelt conspired with time. Over countless millennia, relentless torrents carved this labyrinth of ravines, forging the valley walls’unique erosional marvel.

We started our journey here.

2. Day 2 — Sayram Lake

It is the tallestand biggest alpine lake in Xinjiang ,the height of its lake surface is 2,071 meters. It is also the last place that the warm and wet air from the Atlantic Ocean can reach,so it is known as’The last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’. As Sa Beining, a renowned Chinese host, once said: “A life without visiting Sayram Lake is a life incomplete.” After seeing its crystal-clear waters and alpine charm, we couldn’t agree more.

3. Day 3 — Tianshan Flower Sea & Kurdening

A vibrant sea of wildflowers, nestled beside dense alpine forests —Nature’s own highland garden in full bloom.

Find your purple romance: Not Provence,but Yili,China.

 

 

 

4. DAY 4 — Narat Grassland

Sky Meadow’s rolling hills ripple like emerald waves, dotted with grazing herds — a scene of pure pastoral serenity.

5. DAY 5 — Karez Irrigation System & Kurultag Desert

A scorching desert town where ancient Karez wells reveal the brilliance of underground irrigation engineering.

Nearby, the pristine Kurultag Desert unfolds in all its diversity — from sweeping sand dunes and vast Gobi plains to striking yardang formations.

6. DAY 6 —Flaming Mountains

Scorching crimson ridges where ground temperatures soar to furnace levels — an iconic landscape immortalized in Journey to the West.

     

DAY 7—Tianchi Lake

Tianchi Lake is a serene harmony of mountains and water, where nature’s calm beauty unfolds .

DAY 8 Shihezi – Shenzhe

This trip was amazing!

We shared many beautiful moments that now fuel our team’s energy to serve you even better. We’d love to hear about your recent adventures too!