Amprius Technologies (NYSE:AMPX), a leader in silicon anode lithium-ion batteries, today announced it has secured a purchase order totaling $21 million for its SiCore® cylindrical cells from a new premier electric mobility customer in China. Amprius cells were chosen for the company's suite of light electric vehicles, including scooters, three-wheelers, and motorcycles.

Amprius' SiCore cells deliver high energy density and long cycle life for electric mobility applications. The 30 Ah-capacity cells increase energy density by up to 100% compared to conventional graphite-anode cells. Cycle life is rated at more than 2,000 cycles.