Small-Volume 3H Replaceable-Membrane Electrolytic Cell, Single-Layer, Sampling Port | ATOMFAIRProduct Type: Electrochemical cell
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
This electrochemical cell requires extended-length electrodes and a separate ion-exchange membrane for operation. Seal integrity must be verified before each assembly, and membrane compatibility with the chosen electrolyte must be confirmed to prevent degradation.
- Membrane Requirement: An ion-exchange membrane is not included and must be purchased separately for operation.
- Electrode Requirement: Extended-length electrodes are required; standard electrodes may not achieve proper sealing or fit.
- Membrane Compatibility: Verify membrane compatibility with the electrolyte before use to avoid chemical degradation or contamination.
- Seal Inspection: Inspect all O-ring seals and compression fittings before assembly to ensure leak-free operation.
- Temperature Control: For temperature-controlled experiments, use the double-layer version; this single-layer cell does not provide temperature regulation.
Assemble the cell by installing a compatible membrane and extended-length electrodes using the chain-sealed connections and compression fittings. Purge the electrolyte with an inert gas via the sub-surface sparger before electrochemical measurements.
Required Equipment: Ion-exchange membrane, Extended-length electrodes, Electrolyte solution, Inert gas source
- Inspect seals
Inspect the glass body and O-ring seals for cracks or damage before assembly. - Install membrane
Install a compatible ion-exchange membrane using the chain-sealed connections after verifying its compatibility with the electrolyte. - Insert electrodes
Insert extended-length electrodes into the PTFE plugs and tighten the compression fittings to achieve a leak-free seal. - Connect gas sparger
Connect an inert gas source to the sub-surface sparger for purging the electrolyte before measurements.
How does the elevated floor design in the ATOMFAIR single-layer small-volume electrolytic cell eliminate solution hiding effects and improve measurement accuracy?
The elevated floor design physically lifts the working electrode above the cell bottom, preventing residual solution from accumulating beneath the electrode and causing hidden current contributions. This is combined with co-location of the working and reference electrodes in the same compartment, which minimizes uncompensated resistance (iR drop) for more accurate potential control and current measurement.
What electrode and membrane compatibility requirements must be considered for the ATOMFAIR AF-C008-7C2-SGS three-electrode cell?
This cell requires extended-length electrodes (ordered separately) due to its deep chamber geometry, and an ion-exchange membrane must also be purchased separately and verified for chemical compatibility with the electrolyte before use. The chain-sealed membrane connections allow easy replacement, but the membrane itself is not included and must be chosen based on the specific application (e.g., CO₂/N₂ reduction or electrosynthesis).
What are the key sealing and assembly precautions for the ATOMFAIR 3H replaceable-membrane electrolytic cell to prevent leaks or contamination?
Electrode seals use O-ring compression against PTFE plugs, so all O-rings should be inspected for damage before each assembly—especially since the cell body is high-borosilicate glass and O-ring misalignment can cause leaks. The semi-sealed two-compartment design relies on proper tightening of the compression fittings, and the sub-surface sparger port must be securely connected to maintain gas-tightness for atmosphere-sensitive experiments.
The ATOMFAIR Single-Layer Small-Volume 3H Replaceable-Membrane Electrolytic Cell with Sampling Port provides a semi-sealed two-compartment glass cell with co-located working and reference electrodes to minimize uncompensated resistance, and an integrated sampling port for extraction without disturbing the system. Operational constraints include the requirement for separately purchased extended-length electrodes and ion-exchange membrane, and the absence of temperature control in the single-layer configuration.
Positive
- Co-located electrodes reduce iR drop: Positioning the working and reference electrodes in the same compartment effectively reduces uncompensated resistance, improving the accuracy of electrochemical measurements.
- Integrated sampling port for convenience: The built-in sampling port allows sample extraction during experiments without compromising system integrity, facilitating time-course analysis.
Trade-offs
- Extended-length electrodes required separately: The cell is designed for extended-length electrodes, which are not included and must be ordered separately, increasing procurement complexity and cost.
- Single-layer lacks temperature control: The single-layer body does not provide temperature regulation; a double-layer version is available for temperature-controlled experiments, limiting the single-layer cell's applicability for thermal-sensitive studies.
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