Lithium Battery Configurations and Types of Lithium Cells
A secondary lithium battery operates similarly to other primary batteries, providing power to devices (a process known as discharging). However, unlike primary batteries, it can be recharged and reused. For a detailed comparison between SLA (sealed lead acid) and lithium batteries, you can refer to our guide here. In this blog, we will explore lithium battery cells in more depth, discussing their configurations, practical applications, and how their construction makes them well-suited for specific use cases. LITHIUM CELL FORM FACTOR When you take off the top of a lithium battery pack, you’ll first notice the individual cells and a circuit board of some kind. There are three types of cells that are used in lithium batteries: cylindrical, prismatic, and pouch cells. For the purpose of this blog, all cells are lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) and 3.2 volts (V). CYLINDRICAL LITHIUM CELLS A cylindrical cell resembles a traditional household battery, like a AA battery, which insp