What Polinovel does

Polinovel (legal entity Polinovel Tech) is a Shenzhen, China-based LiFePO4 battery manufacturer founded in 2006, operating a B2B OEM/ODM model that supplies lithium iron phosphate cells and packs to global companies, importers, and authorized dealers in more than 80 countries. Its product portfolio spans eight categories: Bluetooth Lithium batteries with smartphone monitoring via the iPolinovel app, Dual Purpose starting-and-deep-cycle batteries, Light EV batteries for golf carts, forklifts, AGVs and marine vessels, Energy Storage batteries ranging from 5kWh residential units up to 1MWh containerized systems, plus sodium-ion, solid-state lithium, 12V small batteries, and accessories. The technical foundation is LiFePO4 chemistry paired with an intelligent Battery Management System featuring Bluetooth connectivity (SOC, voltage, current, temperature, cycles, health), Reset and OVERRIDE hardware buttons for battery recovery and emergency discharge, and proprietary safety features including IP67 waterproofing, drop-test resilience, and needling-tested cell packs.

The business model is exclusively B2B with no direct-to-consumer retail: Polinovel designs, customizes, and manufactures batteries to specification for OEM partners and white-label resellers, sets quote-based factory wholesale pricing on volume and customization, and recruits global dealers through a formalized 'Become a Dealer' program. Customer testimonials are predominantly individual buyers (Mr. Cobby, Mr. Rayner, Mr. Ullmann, Mr. Graham) plus one commercial account (Mr. Yuichi), and the named customer list suggests a long-tail of small-to-mid-sized resellers rather than a few enterprise anchor contracts. R&D is sourced from top 3 Chinese battery manufacturer alumni, and the company cites 15+ years of experience and 250+ employees as scale signals.

Revenue, funding history, ownership structure, and named management are not publicly disclosed; the company operates as a privately held, founder-controlled manufacturer with no disclosed parent company, institutional investors, or M&A activity. Product breadth and dealer distribution suggest a multi-segment Chinese battery OEM of mid-scale, with forays into emerging chemistries (sodium-ion, solid-state) and megawatt-hour stationary storage positioning it as a platform player in the global LiFePO4 supply chain rather than a single-application supplier.

Name

Polinovel

Legal name

Polinovel Tech

Website

https://polinovel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Polinovel is a Shenzhen-based LiFePO4 battery manufacturer founded in 2006 that designs and produces OEM/ODM lithium batteries across eight product lines including Bluetooth, dual purpose, light EV, and energy storage systems, selling B2B to global dealers, importers, and enterprise customers in over 80 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Lithium Battery Manufacturing

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Battery Cells (Li-ion, LFP, Sodium-ion, Lead-acid, NiMH) (IMAGAHAA)

Keywords

• Lithium iron phosphate batteries
• LiFePO4 battery manufacturing
• Energy storage systems
• Deep cycle batteries
• Battery OEM ODM services

Headquarters

HQ city

Baoan

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. OEM/ODM Battery Manufacturing: Manufactures custom LiFePO4 batteries for various applications including RV, marine, golf cart, forklift, and energy storage. Provides end-to-end manufacturing services from design to production, targeting global companies, importers, and dealers rather than individual consumers.
2. Standard Product Sales: Sells standardized battery products through dealer network and direct B2B relationships. Multiple product lines including Bluetooth Lithium, Dual Purpose, Light EV, and Energy Storage batteries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Polinovel manufactures LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) batteries across multiple product lines including Bluetooth Lithium, Dual Purpose, Light EV, and Energy Storage batteries for RV, marine, golf cart, forklift, and solar storage applications. The company offers standardized products through global dealers as well as comprehensive OEM/ODM custom manufacturing services, deploying project solutions across more than 80 countries. They do not sell to end users, operating exclusively as a B2B OEM/ODM battery manufacturer with factory wholesale pricing.

Product overview

Polinovel is a LiFePO4 battery manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of lithium battery products across eight main categories: Bluetooth Lithium Battery (BL Series) for smart monitoring applications, Dual Purpose Battery (DUAL Series) for starting and deep cycling, Light EV Battery for golf carts/forklifts/AGVs, Energy Storage Battery (from 5kWh residential to 1MWh containerized commercial systems), Sodium-ion Battery, Solid-State Lithium Battery, 12V Small Battery, and Accessories. The company also provides OEM/ODM manufacturing services. Products integrate communication protocols (RS485/CAN) and monitoring capabilities (WIFI/GPRS, Bluetooth) with mainstream brand inverters.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PolinovelPowbat: Related brand website operated by Polinovel
• PolinovelBESS

Products and services

• Bluetooth Lithium Battery (BL Series) Drop-in lead-acid replacement batteries featuring LiFePO4 technology with intelligent BMS and Bluetooth connectivity for real-time smartphone monitoring via iPolinovel app. Available in 12V, 24V, 36V, and 48V models for RV, marine, and energy storage applications.
• Dual Purpose Battery (DUAL Series) High-performance dual purpose lithium batteries for both starting and deep cycling applications. Uses LiFePO4 chemistry for high safety, lightweight, and long lifespan. Features high starting currents and consistent power output for cars, marine boats, trucks, and ATVs.
• Light EV Battery Lithium batteries for light electric vehicles including golf carts, buggies, RVs, AGVs, forklifts, and marine boats. Features cylindrical and prismatic LiFePO4 cells with long service life over 2000 cycles at 100% DOD and high discharge rates (5C max charge, 20C continuous discharge, 30C pulse discharge).
• Energy Storage Battery Lithium energy storage batteries for residential, commercial, and industrial applications using high-safe grade LiFePO4 cells with customizable options for current, voltage, capacity, size, shape, waterproof, and fireproof specifications. Capacities range from 5kWh to 100kWh, with 200kWh and 1MWh container options.
• Sodium-ion Battery Sodium-ion battery products for various applications including forklift batteries, offering an alternative to lithium-ion technology.
• Solid-State Lithium Battery Solid-state lithium battery products representing advanced battery technology for specialized applications.
• 12V Small Battery Compact 12V lithium batteries for small-scale applications and portable power needs.
• OEM/ODM Manufacturing Services Premium OEM and ODM manufacturing services providing customized lithium battery solutions tailored to specific voltage, capacity, size, shape, waterproof, fireproof, and communication protocol requirements for different application scenarios. Targets global companies, importers, and dealers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 2000 cycles @ 100% DOD
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• BYD: Vertically integrated Chinese manufacturer of LiFePO4 (Blade) batteries, EVs, ESS systems and electronics. Competes with Polinovel in ESS and light-EV battery segments from a vastly larger and more diversified position.
• EnerSys: Global industrial battery maker (lead-acid and increasingly lithium) serving forklifts, AGVs, mining, motive power and reserve power. Comparable on the industrial/MHE side of Polinovel's portfolio and a benchmark for global industrial battery distribution.
• CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology): World's largest LiFePO4 and NMC battery manufacturer with dominant scale in cells, packs and ESS. A broad incumbent in the same space; not a direct niche competitor but defines the cost curve and technology baseline Polinovel must compete against.

Direct peers

• Renogy: US-headquartered brand selling LiFePO4 batteries, solar panels and inverters for RV, marine and off-grid applications. Directly comparable in target end-markets (RV, marine, home ESS) and channel mix (online direct + dealers), though more brand-led than Polinovel.
• Ufine Battery: China-based LiFePO4 and other-chemistry battery OEM/ODM manufacturer offering customized packs for RV, marine, golf cart, AGV and ESS. Near-identical business model, manufacturing footprint and customer profile to Polinovel.
• EVE Energy Co., Ltd. Chinese LiFePO4 and cylindrical/prismatic cell manufacturer serving EVs, ESS and industrial applications globally. Closest large Chinese analog to Polinovel, with overlapping product lines in ESS, light EV and OEM/ODM-style supply.
• Ampere Time (LiTime): US-facing LiFePO4 brand (China-sourced) selling deep-cycle batteries for RV, marine, solar and off-grid applications. Comparable chemistry, target segments and online/dealer channel mix.
• Dakota Lithium: US LiFePO4 brand targeting marine trolling motors, RV, outdoor and powersports customers. Overlaps with Polinovel's marine and RV segments and shares the 'drop-in lead-acid replacement' value proposition.
• Relion Battery: LiFePO4 battery maker serving RV, marine, golf, floor cleaning and renewable energy markets with both drop-in and custom packs. Directly comparable product mix and OEM/distributor GTM.
• Battle Born Batteries (Dragonfly Energy): US LiFePO4 battery brand focused on RV, marine and off-grid use cases. Shares Polinovel's core customer profile (RV, marine, deep-cycle replacement of lead-acid) and competes head-to-head in the North American dealer channel.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Polinovel

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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