Automotive Battery X-Ray Imaging Inspection Market Report: the market is projected to rise from US$ 1,318 million in 2024 to US$ 2,116 million by 2031

According to the recent report from QYResearch, the global Automotive Battery X-Ray Imaging Inspection market is accelerating as electric vehicle safety, yield, and regulatory pressure converge. The market is projected to rise from US$ 1,318 million in 2024 to US$ 2,116 million by 2031, with a 7.1% CAGR during 2025-2031. Across 2024 and 2025, companies introduced breakthrough inspection systems, upgraded AI-driven analysis software, and expanded into full-pack CT scanning. Together these advances are transforming X-ray imaging from off-line sampling into high-throughput, in-line inspection that aligns with EU regulatory requirements and battery passport mandates.

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Leading Companies

Shimadzu Corporation
ZEISS
Hitachi High-Tech
GE Inspection Technologies
YXLON International
VJ Technologies
Nuctech
Puxi General
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Nikon Metrology
Techik
Unicomp



Applications

· Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery

· Lithium Manganese Oxide Battery

· Ternary Polymer Lithium Battery

· Other



Classification

· Online Devices

· Offline Devices



Latest Data

· Global market size 2024: US$ 1,318 million

· Forecast 2031: US$ 2,116 million

· CAGR 2025-2031: 7.1%

· Forecast units: USD million (value)



Recent Developments in 2024-2025

In 2025, Comet Yxlon launched a new FF85 CT configuration capable of scanning full battery packs weighing up to 1,000 kg with 10-micron resolution and a scan cycle of 5-30 minutes.



Excillum completed the acquisition of Exciscope and strengthened its in-line CT ecosystem with high-brightness X-ray sources, achieving micrometer resolution at production throughput levels for cylindrical and pouch cells.



Waygate Technologies introduced the phoenix nanotom HR, reaching nano-scale inspection with 50-nanometer detail for research on electrode microstructures and defect root causes.



Nikon Metrology deployed large-envelope CT with AI Reconstruction at Hyundai's Safety Test and Investigation Laboratory in North America, enabling automakers to expand their in-house EV battery pack inspection capabilities.

ZEISS released the VoluMax 9 titan, a 450 kV/1.5 kW system designed for modules and dense assemblies, along with INSPECT X-Ray software to simplify workflow and analysis.



At the same time, the EU Batteries Regulation, which began in February 2024 and expands enforcement in August 2025, is pushing manufacturers toward traceable, non-destructive inspection data for compliance. Automakers such as Volvo already introduced battery passports to align with these requirements.



Product Snapshots

ZEISS - VoluMax 9 titan

· 450 kV, 1,500 W penetration for dense modules and packs

· Compact design optimized for near-line or in-line inspection

· INSPECT X-Ray software integrates calibration, evaluation, and reporting for efficient QC

Comet Yxlon - FF85 CT

· Handles up to 1,000 kg parts, including full battery packs

· Achieves 10 μm resolution with scan times of 5-30 minutes

· Integrated with Battery Insights software for automated overhang and feature detection

Waygate Technologies - phoenix nanotom HR

· Achieves 50 nm detail detectability for micro-defect analysis

· Enables root cause research on SEI growth, dendrites, and electrode cracks

· Bridges laboratory insights with production-level quality thresholds

Nikon Metrology - Large-Envelope CT with AI Reconstruction

· Deployed at Hyundai's North America facility for EV safety and pack validation

· AI Reconstruction reduces scan artifacts and improves throughput

· Dedicated overhang measurement tools for lithium-ion battery quality

Shimadzu - inspeXio SMX-225CT FPD HR Plus / Xslicer SMX-6010

· 225 kV microfocus CT with high-resolution flat panel detector

· Provides both fluoroscopy and CT switching for rapid inspection

· Capable of detailed module-level quality assurance



Downstream Users

CATL
BYD
LG Energy Solution
Panasonic Energy
Samsung SDI
SK On
Northvolt
CALB
EVE Energy
Gotion High-Tech
Farasis Energy
Envision AESC
SVOLT
Tesla
BMW



Market Trend

Transition from Off-Line to Full In-Line CT

Inspection is moving rapidly from off-line batch sampling to fully in-line CT. New cylindrical-cell CT systems now reach three-second cycle times per cell, supporting nearly 20 parts per minute. For large prismatic formats, full-pack CT is now feasible, as seen with Comet Yxlon's FF85 CT. These capabilities allow manufacturers to ensure safety without slowing production.



AI-Driven Analytics and Automated Decision Making

AI tools are now embedded into X-ray platforms. ZEISS INSPECT X-Ray, Nikon AI Reconstruction, and Comet Yxlon's Battery Insights automate setup, analysis, and defect classification. This reduces reliance on expert operators, lowers false reject rates, and shortens decision-making cycles for suspect parts.



Higher Energy, Larger Inspection Envelopes

As blade batteries and larger packs dominate, inspection requires higher energy. New systems reach 450 kV and can handle modules and packs up to 1,000 kg. These developments ensure deep penetration of adhesive-rich structures and welded joints, critical for detecting voids and misalignments.



Regulation-Driven Demand and Battery Passports

The EU Batteries Regulation compels traceability and defect data retention. By 2027, all EV batteries in Europe must have a digital passport linked to quality data, making X-ray imaging a compliance necessity. Early movers such as Volvo demonstrate how compliance is already reshaping production requirements.



Throughput Innovation: Fast CT Becomes Standard

Suppliers are pushing beyond 2D radiography into throughput-optimized CT. The VCB2 cylindrical-cell scanner from VisiConsult, launched in 2024, offers highest throughput in its class. New high-efficiency detectors and bright X-ray sources are enabling three-dimensional inspection at line speed.



Micro-to-Nano Scale Insight for Production Guidance

High-resolution CT such as Waygate's nanotom HR is uncovering failure mechanisms at the electrode level. Insights about porosity, cracks, and dendritic growth feed back into production guardbands, setting quantitative thresholds for allowable defects.



Ecosystem Consolidation and Strategic Partnerships

Mergers, acquisitions, and collaborations continue. Excillum's acquisition of Exciscope in 2025 shows consolidation around X-ray source and CT system integration. Joint industry forums, such as those organized by Waygate and Thermo Fisher, highlight the increasing role of cross-disciplinary knowledge in shaping inspection workflows.



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