Dual Protection of a Li–Ag Alloy Anode for All-Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries with the Argyrodite Li6PS5Cl Solid Electrolyte

All-solid-state lithium metal batteries (ASSLMBs) are considered promising candidates for next-generation energy storage systems. However, the growth of Li dendrites and interface side reactions hinder the practical application of ASSLMBs. To address these issues, a preformed Li–Ag alloy anode for an ASSLMB with the Li 6 PS 5 Cl electrolyte was constructed. The preformed Li–Ag alloy anode contains two distinct alloy layers, i.e., Li 3 Ag and Li 0.98 Ag 0.02, with the former as a protection layer and the latter as a Li deposition site. Besides, a beneficial stable interlayer (Ag–P–S–Cl compound) produced by the reaction between Ag and Li 6 PS 5 Cl could work as a secondary protection layer between the anode and electrolyte. The dual protection (Li 3 Ag and Ag–P–S–Cl compound) suppresses dendritic growth and other interfacial issues effectively and simultaneously. Consequently, a LiCoO 2 /Li 6 PS 5 Cl/Li–Ag all-solid-state battery exhibits a remarkable specific capacity and excellent cycle stability. The dual-protection effect from the preformed Li–Ag alloy anode and the investigation of its working mechanism may enlighten a simple strategy for promoting the development of ASSLMBs.