Altair Nano battery update...

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Hey, i just read a new page on the cells, it looks like they have a the following specs:

-2.3 volts nominal (which makes for more pack voltage flexibility/options)
-1.6Ah cell, small cell, they say they have various sizes
-Energy density: 90Wh/kg (100% at 25'C) very efficient
-Super flat discharge curve, performance will be 100% until dump
-Temp. range: -50C/-60F to +75C/+165F (-60C discharge)
-Discharge rate: 100+ C rate
-Charge C rate: up to 50+ (20C charge @ -30C) charge in 1 minute
-Cycle life: Over 15,000 100% DOD, then at 85% retention still
-annual maintanance: None
-Calender life: 20+ years
-Safety: With no graphite anode, and thus no SEI layer, this battery is safe to 200'C
-Green: no toxics or heavy metals

-voltage under load is not known as of yet... hopefully is high, otherwise 100+ C is pointless (not that it isn't anyways)

These batteries sound very good, the 90Wh/kg is kinda disappointing to say the least, as all other areas are fantastic. But, it delivers full Ah rating, so it's actually comparable (in real world apps) to standard Lithium Ion, Or A123 M1 cells. I hope to get a hold of some sample packs (not on market yet) for testing soon.

Cheers