DiffuCarb™ E244c Platinum-Ruthenium Black (High Surface Area) - Carbon Paper (Electrolyzer Electrode)
High surface area PtRu Black · A330R carbon paper · Nafion binder · AEM / ALK / PEM
The DiffuCarb™ E244c platinum-ruthenium black (high surface area) catalyst is combined with A330R carbon paper substrate and Nafion as the catalyst binder. This design is suitable for various water electrolysis systems, including Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) water electrolysis, Alkaline (ALK) water electrolysis, and Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) water electrolysis.
For AEM and ALK water electrolysis, users can also opt for the DiffuCarb™ E257c platinum-ruthenium black (high surface area) - carbon paper electrode (MGL370, AEMFC).
Key Features and Benefits of the Electrode
PtRu Black catalyst · A330R carbon paper substrate · Nafion binder
1. High Surface Area Platinum-Ruthenium Black Catalyst
High Surface Area: Platinum-ruthenium black is an alloy catalyst composed of platinum and ruthenium nanoparticles. This high surface area structure provides more active sites, effectively promoting the electrolysis of water and improving hydrogen and oxygen yield.
Synergistic Effect of Platinum-Ruthenium Alloy: The alloying of platinum and ruthenium enhances the catalytic activity and corrosion resistance. The inclusion of ruthenium reduces the use of expensive platinum, lowering costs while improving the catalyst's oxidation resistance. This makes platinum-ruthenium black highly effective in both Oxygen Evolution Reaction (OER) and Hydrogen Evolution Reaction (HER).
2. A330R Carbon Paper Substrate
Electrical Conductivity: A330R carbon paper offers excellent electronic conductivity, ensuring that current is effectively transmitted to the catalyst sites, reducing resistive losses and enhancing overall electrode performance.
Mechanical Strength and Structural Stability: A330R carbon paper possesses good mechanical strength, allowing it to maintain structural stability under high pressure conditions during the electrolysis process without deforming or breaking.
Hydrophilic Surface: The hydrophilic nature of A330R carbon paper aids in electrolyte penetration and rapid gas (hydrogen and oxygen) release, reducing bubble retention and improving reaction efficiency.
3. Nafion Binder
Proton Conductivity: Nafion is a well-known proton exchange membrane material with high proton conductivity. As a binder, it ensures even distribution of platinum-ruthenium black catalyst and enhances the overall proton conductivity of the electrode, reducing internal resistance and improving electrolysis efficiency.
Chemical and Thermal Stability: Nafion exhibits excellent chemical and thermal stability in acidic, alkaline, and high-temperature environments, allowing the electrode to operate reliably in AEM, ALK, and PEM water electrolysis systems.
4. Applicability
AEM · ALK · PEM water electrolysis
AEM Water Electrolysis
In AEM systems, the electrode operates under alkaline conditions. The high activity of the platinum-ruthenium black catalyst and the chemical stability of Nafion ensure efficient water electrolysis performance.
ALK Water Electrolysis
In traditional alkaline water electrolysis systems, platinum-ruthenium black effectively facilitates the water splitting reaction, offering superior reactivity and lower electrolysis voltage due to the high surface area catalyst.
PEM Water Electrolysis
In PEM systems, Nafion, as a proton exchange membrane, provides efficient proton conduction, complementing the platinum-ruthenium black catalyst to enhance overall electrode performance, suitable for efficient hydrogen production.
5. Summary of Advantages
High efficiency · versatility · durability and stability · cost-effectiveness
High Efficiency
High surface area platinum-ruthenium black catalyst ensures efficient water electrolysis, achieving high yield even at low voltage.
Versatility
The electrode is suitable for AEM, ALK, and PEM water electrolysis systems, showing excellent adaptability and versatility.
Durability and Stability
The combination of Nafion binder and A330R carbon paper ensures long-term durability of the electrode, reducing catalyst loss and performance degradation.
Cost-Effectiveness
By using platinum-ruthenium alloy instead of pure platinum catalyst, it not only enhances the electrode's oxidation resistance but also reduces the usage of precious metals, optimizing costs.
Application Prospects
Renewable energy conversion · energy storage · zero-emission hydrogen · industrial hydrogen production
The DiffuCarb™ E244c platinum-ruthenium black (high surface area) - carbon paper (electrolyzer electrode) combines excellent catalytic performance and durability, making it suitable for renewable energy conversion and storage, zero-emission hydrogen technologies, and industrial hydrogen production. Its high efficiency and stability across various water electrolysis technologies make it an essential component in advancing green hydrogen development and achieving a sustainable hydrogen economy. In the future, further optimization of catalyst structure and processes will improve the electrode's efficiency and stability, laying the foundation for large-scale commercial applications.
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Complete Model & Price Table
DiffuCarb™ E244c PtRu Black (High Surface Area) - Carbon Paper Electrode for Water
PtRu Black (High Surface Area) - Carbon Paper Electrode for Water
A330R Carbon Paper · 0.33 mm · Nafion Binder
| Electrode Type | Carbon Paper & Thickness | Catalyst Loading | Catalyst | 5×5 cm² | 10×10 cm² | 15×15 cm² | 20×20 cm² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E244c 1.0 mg/cm² High Surface AreaPtRu Black - Carbon Paper Electrode | A330R，0.33mm | 1.0 mg/cm² PtRu | Fueiceel® PtRu Black (1:1) | $39 | $145 | $279 | $479 |
| E244c 1.0 mg/cm² High Surface AreaPtRu Black - Carbon Paper Electrode | A330R，0.33mm | 1.5 mg/cm² PtRu | Fueiceel® PtRu Black (1:1) | $45 | $155 | $289 | $489 |
| E244c 1.0 mg/cm² High Surface AreaPtRu Black - Carbon Paper Electrode | A330R，0.33mm | 2.0 mg/cm² PtRu | Fueiceel® PtRu Black (1:1) | $49 | $159 | $299 | $499 |
| E244c 1.0 mg/cm² High Surface AreaPtRu Black - Carbon Paper Electrode | A330R，0.33mm | 3.0 mg/cm² PtRu | Fueiceel® PtRu Black (1:1) | $59 | $199 | $429 | $699 |
| E244c 1.0 mg/cm² High Surface AreaPtRu Black - Carbon Paper Electrode | A330R，0.33mm | 4.0 mg/cm² PtRu | Fueiceel® PtRu Black (1:1) | $69 | $229 | $499 | $799 |
Carbon paper substrate thickness can be customized: 0.1-1.5mm, brand can be customized: DiffuCarb®、 Toray, AvCarb, etc
Customization Options
Binder · carbon paper brand · substrate thickness
Binder
For AEM applications, users can customize other types of adhesives, such as Fumion, PiperION et al
Substrate Thickness
Carbon paper substrate thickness can be customized: 0.1-1.5mm.
Brand
Brand can be customized: DiffuCarb®、 Toray, AvCarb, etc
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