While we are not a lithium battery shop, there is no question that lithium batteries are great. They have an acceptable safety profile for many applications, despite their danger if abused. Pound for pound, lithium batteries can offer higher power than any other primary battery. They also can offer shelf life on the order of decades, rather than years, and provide excellent low-temperature performance. Lithium batteries can also offer high energy density.Finally, and for many most importantly, lithium batteries are commonly available off-the-shelf in form factors that can work for many electronic devices. So, here are some times when a lithium battery is right for you: