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ELECTROCHEMICAL RESEARCH MATERIALS

Graphite Disc Electrode

Graphite Disc Electrode is manufactured from graphite and is suitable for electrochemical testing and electrochemical cell setups, materials research and three-electrode experiments.

Graphite Disc Electrode Multiple diameter specifications Counter Electrode Counter Electrode

Product Overview

Graphite Disc Electrode is a carbon-based electrode for electrochemical experiments, primarily used as a counter electrode. The disc shape makes electrode arrangement easier in limited spaces.

The product is available in Φ3 mm, Φ4 mm, Φ5 mm and Φ6 mm specifications and is compatible with electrochemical cells of different dimensions, experimental holders and three-electrode systems. Select according to setup space, holder structure and experimental requirements.

Product Type:Graphite Disc Electrode
Available diameters:Φ3 mm、Φ4 mm、Φ5 mm、Φ6 mm
Primary use: Counter electrode
Applications: Electrochemical testing, electrolysis experiments, teaching experiments and materials research

Φ3–Φ6 Multiple diameter specifications

Disc structure Easy setup arrangement

GraphiteMaterial Suitable forResearchexperiment

Multiple uses Compatible with electrolysis and testing

Applications

Three-electrode system

Can be used with working and reference electrodes for routine electrochemical testing.

Electrolysis experiments

Suitable for counter-electrode arrangements in electrochemical cells.

Electrochemical testing

For cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic, potentiostatic and related experiments.

Materialresearch

Suitable for electrode materials, electrolytes and interfacial reaction research.

Teaching experiments

Clear specifications, suitable for university and research-institution teaching.

Equipment Integration

Select the appropriate diameter according to electrochemical cell space.

Usage Instructions

ConfirmSpecification

Select the diameter according to cell space and experimental requirements.

Secure the Electrode

Use a holder or connector to secure the Graphite Disc Electrode.

Connect the Lead

Ensure reliable contact between the lead and electrode.

Immersion Testing

Slowly immerse in the electrolyte and avoid contact with other electrodes.

Before use, remove dust and machining residue from the surface.
Avoid excessive compression or lateral force during clamping.
Maintain a suitable distance between electrodes to prevent short circuits.
When changing electrolyte systems, cleaning is recommended.

FAQ

What type of electrode is the Graphite Disc Electrode mainly used as?

This product is primarily used as a counter electrode and may also be used as a working electrode according to the specific experimental protocol.

How should Φ3 mm to Φ6 mm be selected?

Select according to the internal cell space, holder dimensions, required immersed area and experimental current. Use a smaller diameter for compact setups and a larger diameter when more space is available.

Can the Graphite Disc Electrode be reused?

Reusability depends on the electrolyte system, surface contamination and required experimental accuracy. If visible deposits or contamination appear, clean or replace the electrode.

What precautions are required during use?

Avoid impact, bending, excessive clamping and rapid insertion or removal. Ensure that the electrodes do not contact each other.

Can other specifications be customized?

For other diameters, thicknesses or special structures, provide the required dimensions and setup requirements before purchase, so that manufacturing feasibility can be confirmed.

Graphite Disc Electrodes ' Specifications, Prices and Purchase Channels

ELECTROCHEMICAL RESEARCH MATERIALS

Graphite Disc Electrodes

Graphite disc electrodes are machined from graphite and are suitable for electrochemical testing, electrochemical cells, materials research and three-electrode experiments.

Graphite disc electrode Multiple diameters Counter electrode Auxiliary electrode

Specifications / Price Table

Product	Product Type	Specification	Typical Use	Price (USD)
Graphite disc electrode	Graphite disc electrode	Φ3 mm	Auxiliary / counter electrode	$26
		Φ4 mm	Auxiliary / counter electrode	$26
		Φ5 mm	Auxiliary / counter electrode	$26
		Φ6 mm	Auxiliary / counter electrode	$26

Note: Prices apply to the standard specifications listed above. Select the electrode according to the electrochemical cell dimensions, fixture design and experimental conditions.

Purchase Channels

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Amazon

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eBay

Suitable for laboratory purchases, research projects and long-term use.

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AliExpress

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For custom dimensions, connection methods or compatible electrochemical cells, please provide the equipment dimensions and experimental conditions before ordering.

Partial references citing our materials (from Google Scholar)

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Carbon Dioxide Reduction

1. ACS Nano Strain Relaxation in Metal Alloy Catalysts Steers the Product Selectivity of Electrocatalytic CO₂ Reduction

The bipolar membrane (Fumasep FBM) in this paper was purchased from SCI Materials Hub, which was used in rechargeable Zn-CO₂ battery tests. The authors reported a strain relaxation strategy to determine lattice strains in bimetal MNi alloys (M = Pd, Ag, and Au) and realized an outstanding CO₂-to-CO Faradaic efficiency of 96.6% with outstanding activity and durability toward a Zn-CO₂ battery.

2. Front. Chem. Boosting Electrochemical Carbon Dioxide Reduction on Atomically Dispersed Nickel Catalyst

In this paper, Vulcan XC-72R was purchased from SCI Materials Hub. Vulcan XC 72R carbon is the most common catalyst support used in the anode and cathode electrodes of Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFC), Direct Methanol Fuel Cells (DMFC), Alkaline Fuel Cells (AFC), Microbial Fuel Cells (MFC), Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cells (PAFC), and many more!

3. Adv. Mater. Partially Nitrided Ni Nanoclusters Achieve Energy-Efficient Electrocatalytic CO₂ Reduction to CO at Ultralow Overpotential

An AEM membrane (Sustainion X37-50 Grade RT, purchased from SCI Materials Hub) was activated in 1 M KOH for 24 h, washed with ultra-purity water prior to use.

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

In this paper (Supporting Information), an anion exchanged membrane (Fumasep FAB-PK-130 obtained from SCI Materials Hub (www.scimaterials.cn)) was used to separate the catholyte and anolyte chambers.

SCI Materials Hub: we also recommend our Fumasep FAB-PK-75 for the use in a flow cell.

5. Appl. Catal. B Efficient utilization of nickel single atoms for CO₂ electroreduction by constructing 3D interconnected nitrogen-doped carbon tube network

In this paper, the Nafion 117 membrane was obtained from SCI Materials Hub.

6. Vacuum Modulable Cu(0)/Cu(I)/Cu(II) sites of Cu/C catalysts derived from MOF for highly selective CO₂ electroreduction to hydrocarbons

In this paper, Proton exchange membrane (Nafion 117), Nafion D520, and Toray 060 carbon paper were purchased from SCI Materials Hub.

7. National Science Review Confinement of ionomer for electrocatalytic CO2 reduction reaction via efficient mass transfer pathways

An anion exchange membrane (PiperION-A15-HCO3) was obtained from SCI Materials Hub.

8. Catalysis Communications Facilitating CO2 electroreduction to C2H4 through facile regulating {100} & {111} grain boundary of Cu2O

Carbon paper (TGPH060), membrane solution (Nafion D520), and ionic membrane (Nafion N117) were obtained from Wuhu Eryi Material Technology Co., Ltd (a company under SCI Materials Hub).

Batteries

1. J. Mater. Chem. A Blocking polysulfides with a Janus Fe3C/N-CNF@RGO electrode via physiochemical confinement and catalytic conversion for high-performance lithium–sulfur batteries

Graphene oxide (GO) in this paper was obtained from SCI Materials Hub. The authors introduced a Janus Fe3C/N-CNF@RGO electrode consisting of 1D Fe3C decorated N-doped carbon nanofibers (Fe3C/N-CNFs) side and 2D reduced graphene oxide (RGO) side as the free-standing carrier of Li2S6 catholyte to improve the overall electrochemical performance of Li-S batteries.

2. Joule A high-voltage and stable zinc-air battery enabled by dual-hydrophobic-induced proton shuttle shielding

This paper used more than 10 kinds of materials from SCI Materials Hub and the authors gave detailed properity comparsion.

The commercial IEMs of Fumasep FAB-PK-130 and Nafion N117 were obtained from SCI Materials Hub.

Gas diffusion layers of GDL340 (CeTech) and SGL39BC (Sigracet) and Nafion dispersion (Nafion D520) were obtained from SCI Materials Hub.

Zn foil (100 mm thickness) and Zn powder were obtained from the SCI Materials Hub.

Commercial 20% Pt/C, 40% Pt/C and IrO2 catalysts were also obtained from SCI Materials Hub.

3. Journal of Energy Chemistry Vanadium oxide nanospheres encapsulated in N-doped carbon nanofibers with morphology and defect dual-engineering toward advanced aqueous zinc-ion batteries

In this paper, carbon cloth (W0S1011) was obtained from SCI Materials Hub. The flexible carbon cloth matrix guaranteed the stabilization of the electrode and improved the conductivity of the cathode.

4. Energy Storage Materials Defect-abundant commercializable 3D carbon papers for fabricating composite Li anode with high loading and long life

The 3D carbon paper (TGPH060 raw paper) were purchased from SCI Materials Hub.

5. Nanomaterials A Stable Rechargeable Aqueous Zn–Air Battery Enabled by Heterogeneous MoS2 Cathode Catalysts

Nafion D520 (5 wt%), and carbon paper (GDL340) were received from SCI-Materials-Hub.

6. SSRN An Axially Directed Cobalt-Phthalocyanine Covalent Organic Polymer as High-Efficient Bifunctional Catalyst for Zn-Air Battery

Carbon cloth (W0S1011) and other electrochemical consumables required for air cathode were provided by SCI Materials Hub.

Oxygen Reduction Reaction

1. J. Chem. Eng. Superior Efficiency Hydrogen Peroxide Production in Acidic Media through Epoxy Group Adjacent to Co-O/C Active Centers on Carbon Black

In this paper, Vulcan XC 72 carbon black, ion membrane (Nafion N115, 127 μL), Nafion solution (D520, 5 wt%), and carbon paper (AvCarb GDS 2230 and Spectracarb 2050A-1050) were purchased from SCI Materials Hub.

2. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science Gaining insight into the impact of electronic property and interface electrostatic field on ORR kinetics in alloy engineering via theoretical prognostication and experimental validation

The 20 wt% Pt3M (M = Cr, Co, Cu, Pd, Sn, and Ir) were purchased from SCI Materials Hub. This work places emphasis on the kinetics of the ORR concerning Pt3M (M = Cr, Co, Cu, Pd, Sn, and Ir) catalysts, and integrates theoretical prognostication and experimental validation to illuminate the fundamental principles of alloy engineering.

Water Electrolysis

1. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy Gold as an efficient hydrogen isotope separation catalyst in proton exchange membrane water electrolysis

The cathodic catalysts of Pt/C (20 wt%, 2–3 nm) and Au/C (20 wt%, 4–5 nm) were purchased from SCI Materials Hub.

2. Small Science Silver Compositing Boosts Water Electrolysis Activity and Durability of RuO2 in a Proton-Exchange-Membrane Water Electrolyzer

Two fiber felts (0.35 mm thickness, SCI Materials Hub) were used as the porous transport layers at both the cathode and the anode.

3. Advanced Functional Materials Hierarchical Crystalline/Amorphous Heterostructure MoNi/NiMoOx for Electrochemical Hydrogen Evolution with Industry-Level Activity and Stability

Anion-exchange membrane (FAA-3-PK-130) was obtained from SCI Materials Hub website.

Fuel Cells

1. Polymer Sub-two-micron ultrathin proton exchange membrane with reinforced mechanical strength

Gas diffusion electrode (60% Pt/C, Carbon paper) was purchased from SCI Materials Hub.

Characterization

1. Chemical Engineering Journal Electrochemical reconstitution of Prussian blue analogue for coupling furfural electro-oxidation with photo-assisted hydrogen evolution reaction

An Au nanoparticle film was deposited on the total reflecting plane of a single reflection ATR crystal (SCI Materials Hub, Wuhu, China) via sputter coater.