Key features:

1. Wide variety of shapes and sizes efficiently fitting the devices they power.

2. Much lighter than other energy-equivalent secondary batteries.

3. High open circuit voltage in comparison to aqueous batteries (such as lead acid, nickel-metal hydride and nickel-cadmium).

4. No memory effect.

5. Low self-discharge rate, approximately 5-10% per month.

 

Main applications:

1. Portable equipment: Laptop, camcorder, PDA, Digital camera, portable DVD etc.

2. Home appliances: Two-way radio, Walkie-talkie, Electric toys, Electric bicycles, Emergency lighting

3. Military equipment: IR telescope

4. Medical devices

5. Power tools