3H Replaceable-Membrane Electrolytic Cell, Absolute Sealing, Single-Layer | ATOMFAIRProduct Type: Electrochemical cell
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
This cell operates under strict pressure and vacuum limits to prevent structural failure. Proper sealing and membrane compatibility are essential to avoid electrolyte leakage and ensure accurate electrochemical measurements.
- Pressure and Vacuum Limits: Do not exceed 0.5MPa pressurization or apply vacuum below -100kPa to prevent glass rupture or seal failure.
- Sealing Integrity: Inspect all seals before assembly and verify seal integrity before any vacuum or pressure operation to prevent leakage.
- Membrane Compatibility: Verify that the ion-exchange membrane is chemically compatible with the intended electrolyte and experimental conditions before use.
- Electrode Matching: Electrodes must be custom-ordered as matched sets with this cell model to ensure proper fit and alignment.
- Valve Requirement: External valves are not included and must be sourced separately to enable vacuum or pressurization capability.
Follow these steps to assemble the cell, verify seals, and safely apply vacuum or pressure up to 0.5MPa. Proper electrode alignment and membrane compatibility checks are critical for accurate results.
Required Equipment: Custom-matched electrodes, Ion-exchange membrane, External vacuum pump, Pressure regulator
- Inspect cell components
Inspect all glass surfaces, seals, and threaded connections for cracks, damage, or debris before assembly. - Verify membrane compatibility
Confirm that the ion-exchange membrane is chemically compatible with the intended electrolyte and experimental conditions. - Assemble the cell with threaded sealing
Secure the reference electrode chamber using internal threaded sealing to prevent electrolyte leakage due to the siphon effect. - Install electrodes and align
Insert the custom-matched electrodes and use the 360° rotatable PTFE inner core to align the working electrode parallel to the membrane. - Connect external valves and sparger
Attach external valves and the sparger to enable vacuum, pressurization, and gas protection during operation. - Verify seal integrity under vacuum
Apply vacuum below -100kPa and monitor for pressure decay to confirm seal integrity before proceeding with experiments. - Set pressure within limits
For pressurized experiments, set the pressure regulator to a value not exceeding 0.5MPa to avoid exceeding the cell's safe operating limit.
How does the Luggin capillary design with a tip aperture smaller than 0.2 mm reduce uncompensated resistance (iR drop) in this replaceable-membrane electrolytic cell?
The Luggin capillary separates the reference electrode from the working electrode and terminates in a tip aperture of less than 0.2 mm. This close placement minimizes the solution resistance between the reference and working electrodes, effectively reducing uncompensated resistance (iR drop) for more accurate potential control. The source explicitly states that this design 'effectively reduces uncompensated resistance (iR drop)' and can be filled with a membrane to further reduce electrolyte flow for enhanced stability.
Can the AF-C008 series three-compartment electrolytic cell be used for high-pressure electrocatalysis above 0.5 MPa or with non-custom-matched electrodes?
No. The source specifies a maximum pressurization of 0.5 MPa; exceeding this limit may cause glass failure or seal rupture. Additionally, the electrodes must be custom-matched to this specific cell model—standard electrodes are not compatible due to the absolute sealing, Luggin capillary, and PTFE inner core alignment requirements. The product description includes a clear warning: 'Do not exceed 0.5MPa' and 'Electrodes must be custom-matched with this cell.'
What critical sealing and handling procedures are required to safely operate this absolutely sealed electrolytic cell under vacuum or up to 0.5 MPa pressurization?
Proper sealing of the reference electrode chamber's internal threads is essential to prevent electrolyte leakage via the siphon effect. Before vacuum (below -100 kPa) or pressurization (up to 0.5 MPa) operation, all seals must be inspected for integrity. The source emphasizes that valves enable vacuum and mild pressurization, but chain-sealed membrane connections and the 360° rotatable PTFE inner core also require careful assembly to avoid leaks or glass body stress. Individual shock-proof packaging with foam lining and reinforced cartons protects the high-borosilicate glass during transport.
The ATOMFAIR 3H Replaceable-Membrane Electrolytic Cell is a high-borosilicate glass, absolutely sealed three-compartment cell designed for anaerobic membrane electrochemistry, vacuum and mild pressurization (≤0.5MPa) studies. Its Luggin capillary with <0.2mm tip reduces iR drop, and the chain-sealed membrane connections enable easy replacement, making it suited for CO2 reduction, nitrogen reduction, and air-sensitive materials research.
Positive
- Absolute sealing with vacuum/pressure capability: Cell maintains vacuum below -100kPa and pressurization up to 0.5MPa, enabling rigorous anaerobic and pressurized electrochemical studies without gas ingress.
- Luggin capillary reduces iR drop: The reference electrode is separated by a Luggin capillary with a <0.2mm tip aperture, effectively minimizing uncompensated resistance for accurate potential measurements.
Trade-offs
- Custom-matched electrodes required: Electrodes are not included and must be custom-ordered as matched sets for this specific cell model, adding lead time and procurement complexity.
- Seal integrity critical for operation: Proper sealing of the reference electrode chamber is essential to prevent electrolyte leakage due to the siphon effect; seals must be inspected before every vacuum or pressure operation.
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