Effect of SiOx-coating crystallinity on electrochemical performance of Si@SiOx anode materials in lithium-ion batteries

In this work, SiOx coatings with different crystallinity are successfully prepared on the surface of the silicon (Si) particles by dry oxidation and we oxidation. The SiOx coatings formed by low-temperature dry oxidation are not only continuous and uniform, but also have the low crystallinity. Theoretically, the continuous, uniform and low-crystallinity SiOx coating is more advantageous for lithium-ion transport and structural stability during the alloying/de-alloying. As a result, the 550 degrees C sample shows the best electrochemical performance. For example, the 550 degrees C sample has the highest specific discharge capacity a 2C than other samples. As the rate is restored to 0.1 C, the 550 degrees C sample also exhibits faster recovery of capacity. Besides, the discharge specific capacity of the 550 degrees C sample is up to 1108 mAh g(-1) after 100 cycles a 0.5 C, showing the best cycle stability.