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DiffuCarb® A210R Highly Graphitized Carbon Paper (Cathode PTL for Water Electrolysis)

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DiffuCarb® Highly Graphitized Carbon Paper | Cathode PTL for Water Electrolysis
DiffuCarb® Highly Graphitized Carbon Paper Cathode Porous Transport Layer

Highly Graphitized Carbon Paper
Cathode PTL for Water Electrolysis

A high-performance carbon electrode substrate developed for water electrolyzers, flow batteries, and fuel cells. Its high graphitization, uniform porous structure, electronic conductivity, and mechanical strength make it suitable as a cathode porous transport layer or electrode backing in research and industrial systems.

A210R | 0.21 mm A330R | 0.33 mm A400R | 0.40 mm 70–80% Porosity PTFE- and MPL-Free
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Product Overview

High-Performance Graphitized Carbon Electrode Substrate

DiffuCarb® Highly Graphitized Carbon Paper is specifically designed for water electrolyzers, flow batteries, and fuel cells. Compared with standard carbon papers, it provides a higher degree of graphitization and greater mechanical strength, supporting long-term use in demanding electrochemical environments.

Manufactured under heat and pressure, the material offers uniform porosity, excellent gas and liquid permeability, and outstanding electronic conductivity. It contains no PTFE or microporous layer and can be cut and installed directly as a cathode porous transport layer, electrode backing, or conductive support.

3 Standard Thickness Models
70–80% Nominal Porosity
0.21–0.40 mm Available Thickness Range
PTFE / MPL Free Untreated Surface Configuration
02

Key Features

Balanced electrical conduction, fluid transport, and structural support

Ω

Low Through-Plane Resistance

Minimizes resistance-related energy loss and supports efficient electron transfer through the electrochemical reaction zone.

High Mechanical Strength

Strong flexural and tensile performance helps the sheet remain stable during cutting, installation, compression, and long-term operation.

Uniform Thickness

Promotes even compression, current distribution, and fluid transport while reducing localized warping and poor contact.

C

Highly Graphitized and Pure

Provides good electronic conductivity and chemical stability for research and engineering applications.

Consistent Porosity

Maintains continuous pathways for gas and liquid transport, supporting hydrogen release and uniform electrolyte distribution.

PTL

PTFE- and MPL-Free

Supplied without hydrophobic treatment or a microporous layer for direct use or further surface modification.

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Specifications Comparison

Models arranged from lowest to highest thickness

ModelThickness
(mm)
Porosity
(%)
Through-Plane Resistance
(mΩ·cm)
Flexural Strength
(MPa)
Tensile Strength
(N/cm)
A210R0.2170–8070–8040–5060–70
A330R0.3370–8070–8040–5080–90
A400R0.4070–8070–8040–50120–130

Note: Values are nominal product ranges. Actual performance may vary with sheet size, compression ratio, contact pressure, electrolyte chemistry, operating temperature, and electrode or cell design.

04

Applications

Suitable for electrochemical devices and energy-storage systems

Cathode PTL for Water Electrolyzers

  • Supports cathode gas and liquid transport
  • High porosity facilitates hydrogen evolution
  • Provides a stable electrode or catalyst-layer backing
  • Suitable for laboratory testing and system development

Flow Battery Electrodes or Backings

  • Vanadium redox flow batteries
  • Zinc-bromine flow batteries
  • Iron-chromium flow batteries
  • Increases electrolyte contact area and utilization

Fuel Cells and Electrochemical Fixtures

  • Fuel cell cathode backing
  • Conductive layer between the electrode and bipolar plate
  • Uniform fluid transport and compression support
  • Custom cell fixtures and electrochemical reactors
05

Model Selection Guide

Select according to thickness, support requirements, and cell configuration

A210R
Thickness: 0.21 mm

Suitable for high-power-density applications, limited assembly space, and cell designs requiring a shorter transport path or lower compressed thickness.

A400R
Thickness: 0.40 mm

Provides greater tensile strength and structural support for high-capacity applications, larger sheets, large-scale storage systems, or higher compression.

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Product Models, Dimensions & Price List

Standard cut sizes and reference lead time

Product Model / Thickness5×5 cm10×10 cm20×20 cm30×30 cm40×40 cmLead Time
A210R 0.21 mm$8$20$60$120$2001 day
A330R 0.33 mm$8$20$60$120$2001 day
A400R 0.40 mm$8$20$60$120$2001 day
Pricing and Storage Notes
  • Prices include standard packaging and exclude international shipping.
  • Greater thickness generally provides higher durability and structural support; select according to the electrolyzer, flow battery, or fixture design.
  • Store unused sheets in a dry, clean, and sealed environment. Avoid contamination by dust, oil, moisture, or handling residues.
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Usage Instructions

Cutting, installation, pre-wetting, thickness selection, and storage

1

Cutting and Cleaning

Cut the carbon paper to the required electrode or flow-field dimensions using a clean tool. Avoid frayed edges, oil contamination, and loose carbon fibers.

2

Installation and Compression

Place the sheet flat in the cathode or electrode position. Apply uniform compression and avoid localized over-compression, folding, warping, or blocked flow channels.

3

Pre-Wetting

Before initial use in a liquid-phase system, pre-soak the material with the intended electrolyte when required to improve fluid distribution through the porous structure.

4

Match Thickness to the Application

Choose A210R for thin or high-power configurations, A330R for balanced laboratory and industrial use, and A400R for higher support, capacity, or large-scale systems.

5

Long-Term Maintenance

Keep the material away from dust, oil, and unnecessary direct contact with strong acids or bases. Store it dry and sealed. Mild acid washing or electrochemical cycling may be used when appropriate for the experimental protocol.

International Orders & Shipping

Standard sizes, bulk quantities, research procurement, and international shipping support are available for laboratories, universities, and industrial customers.

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4. Adv. Funct. Mater. Nanoconfined Molecular Catalysts in Integrated Gas Diffusion Electrodes for High-Current-Density CO2 Electroreduction

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Fuel Cells

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Characterization

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