NEPEM N-3015 Proton Exchange Membrane

By incorporating an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) microporous reinforcing material into the traditional proton exchange membrane, the Thinkre PEM exhibits the characteristics of high strength, high conductivity, and low ion permeability.

Description

Thickness and Basis Weight Properties
Thickness (μm) 15
Weight (g/m²) 29.5
Physical Properties
Tensile Strength (MPa) MD/TD ≥40/≥40
Tensile Modulus (MPa) MD/TD ≥350/≥350
Elongation at break (%) MD/TD ≥180/≥180
Specific Gravity 1.97
Conductivity (S/cm) ≥0.110
Hydrogen Crossover [cm³·cm/(cm²·s·0.1MPa)] <4.50×10-8
Hydrogen Crossover Current (mA/cm²) <2.0
Hydrolytic Properties
Water Content (%) 10.0±3.0
Water Uptake (%) 50.0±5.0
Thickness Swelling Rate (23℃,50%RH) % increase ≤15
Thickness Swelling Rate (100℃,50%RH) % increase ≤40
Linear expansion (23℃,50%RH) % increase MD/TD ≤4/≤5
Linear expansion (100℃,50%RH) % increase MD/TD ≤7/≤7

The N-3015 membrane combines ePTFE reinforcement with traditional PEM technology for improved mechanical stability. It demonstrates higher conductivity and lower gas permeability compared to standard membranes.