I've been watching some videos on sodium batteries and their potential, like Matt Ferrell's discussions on innovation in battery technology. It's really exciting stuff! But I'm curious—has anyone actually seen these sodium (Na) batteries available for purchase in the market yet?
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Yes, sodium batteries have started appearing on the market! They’re mainly used in things like scooters right now. CATL is planning to scale up production for mass-market use, especially in electric vehicles, although they do face some challenges there. Keep in mind that while they have their advantages, sodium batteries are generally not as high-performing as lithium batteries. However, they use much more abundant and less toxic materials, which is a big plus!
From what I've gathered, these sodium batteries are currently available mostly to wholesale OEMs. You and I won’t be able to buy them directly just yet.
I heard that Bluetti has sodium ion battery units in the works, but they haven't released any pricing information yet. The demand for these cheaper batteries is outstripping production capacity as more companies, especially in China, are starting to use them. It sounds like the industry needs to scale up quite a bit before they can meet the growing demand.