SAN DIEGO, Jan. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxwell
Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXWL), the leading developer and
manufacturer of energy storage and power delivery solutions, today
announced the launch of a new full-featured 3.0-volt (3.0V) product
platform.
With the introduction of these next generation ultracapacitors,
users have the ability to increase energy and power in the same
form factor as the 2.7-volt product line and can significantly
cost-optimize their system designs by using fewer ultracapacitor
cells or modules. Alternatively, users can upgrade to a 3.0V
solution to extend the expected life of their products. The 3.0V
platform is designed for single-cell applications as well as
multi-cell complex module systems.
"Maxwell Technologies continues to expand its product roadmap
with the introduction of the highest energy cells to date," said
Thibault Kassir, Maxwell
Technologies vice president and general manager, energy storage.
"By continually listening to the needs of our customers, our 3.0V
family of products was developed to provide the flexibility to
address higher-voltage or cost-sensitive applications. We designed
these innovative products with the expertise gained by the
collaboration of our technology centers across the world. Maxwell
ensures the highest quality and affordability, while setting the
new industry standard for a 3.0V product line."
Designed from the ground up, Maxwell's new 3.0V platform
addresses energy storage requirements driven by trends in renewable
energy, industrial electrification and smart grid. The growth of
renewable energy sources has increased wind turbine installations,
which require more energy storage to ensure pitch control during
critical moments, such as when the turbine blades must be brought
to a standstill. E-commerce has sparked the need for
ultracapacitors in warehouses to provide Automated Guided Vehicles
(AGVs) with high power and fast charging capabilities. The demand
for enhanced connectivity in smart meters for gas, water and
electric utilities requires high power functionality to improve
accurate meter readings and response time to customers. Whether
used alone, integrated into a module assembly or in a hybrid
configuration with fuel cells, Maxwell's 3.0V platform of products
can help reduce the overall cost and weight of the system while
improving return on investment for customers.
3.0V XP™ Small Cell Ultracapacitors
The 3.0V platform includes small cells used in actuators, emergency
lighting, telematics, automotive, backup systems, smart meter and
robotic applications. The 3.0V small cells are an expansion of
Maxwell's XP brand, giving the same performance as the Gen 1 XP
line but with a more user-friendly design. Maxwell's new 3.0V
solutions provide a cost-efficient, high performance and long-life
platform. The 3.0V, 3-farad (3F), 5F, 10F, 25F and 50F products are
sampling now, with additional small, medium and large cells coming
out in the near future to further expand the 3.0V platform.
3.0V 3400-Farad (3400F) Ultracapacitor Cell with DuraBlue®
Advanced Shock and Vibration Technology
The 3.0V cell is the next evolution of the 3400F family, following
the 2.7V and 2.85V cells, typically used in industrial and UPS
applications, as well as in the wind and heavy transportation
industries. The 3.0V 3400F cell has 40% higher power than
Maxwell's 2.7V 3000F cell, in an industry-standard 60-mm
cylindrical form factor, as well as a 54% increase in stored
energy. The 3.0V cell design uses Maxwell's proprietary DuraBlue®
Advanced Shock and Vibration Technology to provide three times the
vibrational resistance and four times the shock immunity of the
prior generation ultracapacitor cells. Customers can seamlessly
upgrade to the 3.0V cell from any of the current 3000F or 3400F
products.
About Maxwell Technologies
Maxwell is a global leader in the development and manufacture of
innovative, cost-effective energy storage and power delivery
solutions. We have developed and transformed our patented,
proprietary and fundamental dry electrode manufacturing technology
that we have historically used to make ultracapacitors to create a
breakthrough technology that can be applied to the manufacturing of
batteries. Our ultracapacitor products provide safe and reliable
power solutions for applications in consumer and industrial
electronics, transportation, renewable energy and information
technology. For more information, visit www.maxwell.com.
Maxwell Technologies Contacts:
Media: John Sperrazzo, Eye-To-Eye Communications: +1
(858) 361-4495; john@eyetoeyepr.com
Investor: Kimberly Tom, CFA,
Maxwell Technologies: +1 (858) 503-3368; ir@maxwell.com
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