Global Infrastructure SherpaMaxwell Technologies
Maxwell Technologies was a California-based technology company specializing in the development and manufacture of ultracapacitors and high-voltage capacitors for energy storage and power delivery solutions across automotive, heavy transportation, renewable energy, and industrial sectors. The company was acquired by Tesla in 2019, with its assets subsequently divested to UCAP Power and Littelfuse.
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Technology CompanyOEM/Equipment
Strategic Overview
- Maxwell Technologies' core business was in advanced energy storage components, particularly ultracapacitors, which offer high power density and long cycle life.
- The company's technology was critical for applications requiring rapid charge/discharge cycles and reliable performance in demanding environments such as electric vehicles, grid stabilization, and renewable energy systems.
- Following its acquisition by Tesla in 2019, its key assets were subsequently divested to UCAP Power (ultracapacitor business) and Littelfuse (high-voltage capacitor product line), effectively ceasing its independent operations under the Maxwell Technologies name.
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Deal Activity from Public Sources
Tesla completes acquisition of Maxwell Technologies for approximately $218 million
UCAP Power acquires Maxwell Technologies' ultracapacitor business from Tesla
Littelfuse acquires Maxwell Technologies' high-voltage capacitor product line from Tesla
Investment Focus
Technologies
Storage1
Geography
US1
Key People
David Schramm
President & CEO (pre-acquisition)
Track Record
54
Years Active
Detailed Analysis
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