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4680 cell implications

Discussion in 'Cybertruck: Battery & Charging' started by swengl, Sep 24, 2020.

  1. S3XY

    S3XY Active Member

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    There is no way the Cybertruck will be built with anything other than 4680 cells. They are integral to meeting the published specs.
     
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    Time is going to tell on that, my man...^^^

    I can definitely see different packs for different specs being a real possibility given how things have been handled in the past.

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  3. azjohn

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    Agree, 4680 is a game changer IMO, I wont buy a new Tesla without it
     
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    I think I remember Elon saying that the CT would have the 4680's.
     
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    I mean, you could technically say they've always used different packs for different specs within a model. They just put less active cells in the lower range packs. I would even agree they might vary the chemistry of batteries for a given model depending on the range (see MIC Model 3 SR+). But the Cybertruck will only use 4680's and that applies to all ranges. Even the MIC M3 SR+ still uses 2170 cells just like the LR AWD's. I doubt they'd want to use different sized cells, especially since they will now be structural in new and updated models.
     
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    I can easily see LFP being used for say the RWD CyberTruck where it’s lower density is not an issue in a ~half-capacity pack. Saves 4680 cells for Tri-motor and Semi.
     
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    All the vehicles will be getting 4680 cells {eventually) but will have different Cathodes (LFP, Nickel-Manganese, or Nickel) based on performance profile.
     

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