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Summary of Solid-State Battery Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - The solid-state battery industry is gaining significant attention at the national level, with the government actively promoting its development through special funding and standard-setting initiatives [1][2] - The China Automotive Engineering Society has initiated the formulation of relevant standards for solid-state batteries, with a special fund of 6 billion yuan released last year and ongoing mid-term inspections this year [1][2] Key Developments - Leading companies like CATL have completed pilot line integration and are preparing to bid for 20 Wh-level production lines, indicating a shift from pilot testing to small-scale production [2] - Secondary manufacturers such as Haopeng and XWANDA are also actively following suit, suggesting a broadening of the industry beyond just leading firms [2] Future Milestones - Key milestones for solid-state battery development include design finalization in 2028 and large-scale production starting in 2030 [1][4] - By 2026, automotive-grade cell samples are expected to be produced, with preliminary orders for upstream raw materials [4] - The year 2027 will focus on data acquisition and optimization, leading to the design finalization of the first-generation products in 2028 [4] Investment Focus - Currently, the equipment segment is the most direct beneficiary, but from 2026 onwards, attention should shift to the materials segment, particularly high-end auxiliary materials such as lithium sulfide and sulfide electrolytes [5] - Lithium sulfide, as a precursor material, accounts for over 80% of production costs, making it a critical bottleneck for cost reduction and industrialization [5] Challenges in Commercialization - The commercialization of lithium sulfide faces several challenges, including low purity, large particle size, high cost, and sensitivity to moisture [6][7] - High production equipment requirements and development difficulties are also significant hurdles [6] Core Barriers and Opportunities - The core barriers in the battery industry include the diversity of technical processes and the advantages of traditional manufacturers in customer channels and scalability [8] - Despite the lack of a single dominant process, this diversity presents opportunities for both traditional and emerging players, especially resource-based companies [8] Advantages of Resource-Based Enterprises - Resource-based companies like Tianqi, Yahua, and Ganfeng have inherent advantages due to their upstream lithium or sulfur resources [9] - For instance, Tianqi plans to start construction on a nearly 50-ton lithium sulfide pilot production line by the end of 2025 [9] Characteristics of New Entrants - New entrants in the solid-state battery sector typically focus on a single technical route and achieve core breakthroughs and patents [10] - An example is Guocer Materials, which is developing both liquid-phase and solid-phase processes and plans to establish a nearly 100-ton production line by 2025 [10] Enhancements in Sulfide Performance - Sulfides, while having excellent properties, face issues such as moisture sensitivity and poor compatibility with high-voltage cathodes [11] - MOF (Metal-Organic Framework) materials show potential in addressing these issues by enhancing mechanical strength and suppressing ion penetration [11][12] Investment Trends - The solid-state battery industry is on a clear upward trajectory, with increased national attention and ongoing policy and financial support [13] - Investment should focus on high-barrier segments like sulfides and lithium sulfide, as well as companies with deep technical expertise in specific areas [13]