How Will 1414 Degrees’ New SiNTL Licence Transform Battery Tech?
1414 Degrees has completed key milestones on its SiBox technology, advanced SiBrick storage media towards mass production, and acquired an exclusive licence for innovative silicon nanoparticle tech, backed by a $1.214 million capital raise.
- Completed all SiBox technical milestones, retaining full IP ownership
- Progressed two SiBrick thermal storage media variants toward mass production
- Acquired exclusive global licence for SiNTL silicon nanoparticle battery technology
- Raised $1.214 million to fund Aurora BESS Project and SiNTL development
- Received government grant for SiPHyR hydrogen catalyst development
Milestone Completion and IP Control
1414 Degrees Ltd (ASX – 14D) has successfully completed all technical milestones under its SiBox Development Agreement with Woodside Energy Technologies, a significant step that allows the company to retain full control and ownership of the SiBox intellectual property. This outcome preserves the upside potential of the technology for 1414 Degrees and its shareholders, while maintaining a continuing commercial relationship with Woodside through a non-exclusive licence arrangement.
Advancing Thermal Energy Storage
The company has also made strong progress toward mass production of two variants of its SiBrick thermal energy storage media, which have demonstrated chemical and physical stability through extensive melting-solidification cycles. These developments are critical for 1414 Degrees’ Heat-as-a-Service business model and underpin its broader industrial decarbonisation strategy, offering scalable revenue opportunities as industries transition to low-carbon energy sources.
Strategic Acquisition of SiNTL Technology
Post quarter, 1414 Degrees acquired an exclusive global licence for the SiNTL aluminium-coated silicon nanoparticle technology developed at George Washington University. This patented technology targets lithium-ion battery anodes, promising up to ten times the theoretical capacity of traditional graphite anodes, with benefits including improved energy density, faster charging, and longer cycle life. The SiNTL process is scalable, low-cost, and compatible with existing manufacturing lines, positioning 1414 Degrees to tap into a rapidly growing silicon anode battery market projected to expand from US$536.5 million in 2025 to over US$20 billion by 2034.
Commercialisation and Integration Plans
1414 Degrees is actively progressing commercialisation efforts for SiNTL, including sample fabrication and OEM engagement, while exploring in-house manufacturing capabilities to maintain strategic flexibility. Notably, the company is integrating SiNTL with its SiPHyR turquoise hydrogen technology, aiming to create a cost-effective, single-step pathway to high-performance battery materials. This synergy could unlock new value streams by converting hydrogen by-products into advanced anode materials.
Funding and Financial Position
To support these initiatives, 1414 Degrees completed a $1.214 million placement to existing and new sophisticated investors, strengthening its cash position following a $1.5 million decrease in the prior quarter due to financing repayments. The company also secured a $492,526 Australian Government grant to advance catalyst development for its SiPHyR technology. Meanwhile, commercial discussions continue with BHP and Electranet regarding the Aurora Battery Energy Storage System project, with agreements expected soon.
Bottom Line?
1414 Degrees’ strategic technology advances and fresh capital position it well for growth, but execution on commercialisation and OEM partnerships will be key to unlocking value.
Questions in the middle?
- How quickly can 1414 Degrees validate and scale SiNTL technology with OEMs?
- What are the timelines and cost implications for mass production of SiBrick variants?
- How will integration of SiNTL and SiPHyR technologies impact competitive positioning in battery materials?
