Lithium thionyl chloride batteries (Li/SOCl₂) belong to the lithium primary cell family. Unlike lithium ion or lithium polymer batteries, these cells cannot be recharged once they have been discharged. Lithium thionly chloride batteries are widely used as a new energy system in electronic devices.

great article really helpful explanation! i appreciate how you clarified that li-so cl₂ batteries are non-rechargeable and not meant for reuse, which is often misunderstood.