There are basically two types of lithium batteries: rechargeable & non-rechargeable. Rechargeable batteries are usually referred to as Lithium-Ion, Lithium Polymer orLiFePO4. The ONLY WAY to recharge such batteries is with a dedicated charger for the particular battery size, such as CRV-3 or CR123A types. Such chargers are specifically designed to strictly manage the special charge rate requirements for rechargeable lithium ion or lithium polymer cells. Standard Lithium non-rechargeable batteries are not designed to be recharged - even with a Lithium-Ion or Lithium-Polymer charger. Indeed there is a VERY HIGH likelihood that the battery will violently EXPLODE if any attempt is made to charge a standard Lithium battery.DO NOT try to recharge ANY lithium battery with an undedicated charger, such as lead acid or Ni-Cd charger, under any circumstances.
