Electrochemical test cell ElyFlow, made of PTFE
Electrochemical test cell ElyFlow, made of PTFE
Electrochemical test cell ElyFlow, made of PTFE
Electrochemical test cell ElyFlow, made of PTFE

Electrochemical test cell ElyFlow PTFE

Item number: 83400-v03

HS code: 90309000

Country of origin: Germany

ElyFlow is optimized for electrolyte circulation.

This cell is suitable for all flat materials.
Common sources of error such as IR drop, field line curvature, and boundary effects caused by the sealing are minimized.
The Haber-Luggin capillary is drilled laterally at a fixed distance from the working electrode.

Gas supply to the working electrode is possible, making ElyFlow also suitable for measurements on gas diffusion electrodes. 

Active Area: 10 cm2
Electrolyte Volume: 25 ml
Material: PTFE
Max. Temperature with electrolyte flow: 90°C
Max. Temperature without electrolyte flow: 150°C

2.349,00 €

excl. Delivery

Delivery Time: approx. 26 - 30 Business Days
within Germany*

1 x Test cell ElyFlow PTFE consisting of
      1 x Working electrode holder PTFE (83420-v02-PTFE)
      1 x Analyte compartment PTFE (83430)
      1 x Counter electrode holder PTFE (83410) with integrated
            1 x Heating element
            1 x Counter electrode Nickel (80178)
1 x Counter electrode MMO (80182)
2 x Test lead red (89017)
2 x Test lead black (89019)
2 x Connection coupling adapter red (89037)
2 x Connection coupling adapter black (89038)
1 x Hexagon socket spanner 6 x125 mm 6 okt. (83011)
1 x Manual

  • Weight: 2400 g

Overview

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Description ElyFlow

ElyFlow is a test cell optimized for electrolyte circuits for electrochemistry with a three-electrode set-up.

To achieve comparable results, you need a cell design with defined geometric parameters.
ElyFlow is also flexible regarding to the sample (e.g. metal sheet, foils, gas diffusion electrode) – but rigid where it really counts: the distance between the working and counter electrode is fixed and thus defined as well as the distance between the working electrode and reference electrode.

Since ElyFlow is made of PTFE (polytetrafluorethylene), it is chemical resistant.
The plastics have no influence on the field line distribution.

ElyFlow can be used in a pH range of pH 10 to pH 16 by using the inserted nickel counter electrode.
For measurements in an pH range pH -2 to pH 10 you have to use the MMO counter electrode.

The electrolyte volume of the cell itself is only 25 ml.
By using external beakers and pumping systems, measurements with significantly larger electrolyte volumes are possible.

Technical Data

Subject to technical changes.
 

Specifications
Description
Material

PTFE (Polytetrafluorethylene)

Counter Electrode

Nickel (80178) for the pH range from pH 10 to pH 16
MMO (80182) for the pH range from pH -2 to pH 10

pH range

pH -2 to pH 16
Please mind the counter electrode!

Electrolyte Volume

25 ml

Sample Size

6.4 cm x 7 cm

Active Area

10 cm2

Heating Element

70 W

Max. Temperature

With electrolyte flow: 90°C
Without electrolyte flow: 150°C

Comparison of our Electrochemical Test Cells

Dowload Overview (jpg)

pH range: pH -2 to 16

Electrolyte Volume: 30 ml

Sample Size: 3 cm x 5 cm

Active Area: 3 cm2

Counter Electrode: PtIr (83008)

Material Counter Electrode Compartment: PTFE (Polytetrafluorethylene)
Material Working Electrode Holder: PSU (Polysulfone)

Heating Element: 200 W (83013)
Max. Electrolyte Temperature: 150°C
 

Only two separate electrolyte compartments are established at room temperature.

For short-term experiment (~ 24 h)
 

For electrochemical processes without gas evolution at the working electrode.

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pH range: pH -2 to 16

Electrolyte Volume: 30 ml

Sample Size: 3 cm x 5 cm

Active Area: 3 cm2

Counter Electrode: PtIr (83008)

Material Counter Electrode Compartment: PP (Polypropylene)
Material Working Electrode Holder: PMMA (Polymethyl methacrylate)

Heating Element: 80 W (83012)
Max. Electrolyte Temperature: 80°C
 

Only two separate electrolyte compartments are established at room temperature.

For short-term experiment (~ 24 h)
 

For electrochemical processes without gas evolution at the working electrode.

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pH range: pH -2 to 16

Electrolyte Volume: 25 ml

Sample Size: 6.4 cm x 7 cm

Active Area: 10 cm2

Counter Electrode: Nickel (80178), MMO (80182)

Material: PTFE (Polytetrafluorethylene)
 

Heating Element: 70 W (83012)
Max. Electrolyte Temperature with electrolyte flow: 90°C
Max. Electrolyte Temperature without electrolyte flow: 150°C

Two or three separate electrolyte compartments are easy to implement.

The test duration depends on the external reservoir. Several hundred hours are possible.

For all electrochemical processes – including electrolysis (the electrolyte flow removes gas bubbles).

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Electrochemical test cell FlexCell-PTFE
Electrochemical test cell FlexCell-PP
Electrochemical test cell ElyFlow, made of PTFE

Spare Parts

Some parts of our electrochemical test cells wear out over time, so you should replace them in a timely manner.

ElyFlow Sealing Silicone
For good sealing of your test cell.
We recommend replacing it four times a year.
O-Ring EPDM 39.69x3.53 for ElyFlow
For good sealing of your test cell.
We recommend replacing it four times a year.
O-Ring EPDM 53.57x3.53 for ElyFlow
For good sealing of your test cell.
We recommend replacing it four times a year.
Multilam Plug for Test Cells
Avoid corrosion of your contacts.
We recommend replacing it four times a year.
Hose made of Nafion for FlexCell and ElyFlow
Exchange for high-precision corrosion measurements.
Otherwise, regular replacement is not necessary.

Recommended Accessories

Do you have problems with reaction products from the counter electrode?

Very aggressive ions are often generated at the counter electrode. Even small quantities may lead to corrosion on the working electrode.

Therefore, Gaskatel offers an additional analyte compartment.
One analyte compartment is included in the scope of delivery of our test cell ElyFlow. However, you can implement up to three!

A membrane is inserted between the analyte and counter electrode compartment. This membrane separates anolyte and catholyte. The working electrode is thus protected from the reaction products of the counter electrode.

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ElyFlow Analyte Compartment, made of PTFE, with Thumb Screws

Do you need a reference electrode?

Choose Gaskatel’s reference electrode Mini-HydroFlex.

The reference electrode is located in a separate reservoir so that the flow of the streamline is not disturbed.

Please also purchase our connector lead 2/4 mm 0.5 mm2 separately.

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Reference electrode Mini-HydroFlex with protection cap

Would you like to learn more about our test cell ElyFlow?

Electrochemical test cell ElyFlow

ElyFlow is a test cell optimized for electrolyte circuits for electrochemistry with a three-electrode set-up. Here you can find some general information.

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Electrolyte tempered in a storage vessel can be pumped through Elyflow.
Electrolyte tempered in a storage vessel can be pumped through Elyflow.

Features of our Electrochemical Test Cell ElyFlow

We have developed Elyflow for long term measurements with pumped electrolyte. Here you will find information on the the three-electrode set-up of ElyFlow. Learn more about what influences the electric field.

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How to Work with ElyFlow

Here you will find information on commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of the electrochemical test cell ElyFlow.

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Still Questions?

Our FAQ section helps you to solve problems quickly and easily.
Browse through the following categories and find the right answer to your question.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us.

You are also welcome to take a look at our guides and FAQ section.

ElyFlow is the most flexible electrochemical test cell. Of course, we have implemented the same ideas regarding an internal Haber-Luggin capillary within the cell and an internal heating device as in FlexCell.
The main difference is that you can direct an electrolyte flow through the cell ElyFlow. You can also combine multiple compartments to build up a cell with a single flow or two flows for anolyte and catholyte. Even a set up with three or more compartments is manageable.

If your electrochemical reaction yields to products which change the electrolyte, you must set up an electrolyte flow and pump the products out of the cell. These can be gases or liquid products, such as in CO2 reduction, for example. In this case you need to use ElyFlow.
If the reaction involves more than just water splitting, the anode and cathode should be separated. This is achieved by using two electrolyte compartments from ElyFlow – separated by a membrane or separator. The standard separator is a Nafion membrane N424.

The Mini-HydroFlex reference electrode is designed for our test cells FlexCell and ElyFlow. It also offers additional advantages such as adjustable length and a relatively small diameter.
However, please keep in mind that you will need an additional test lead.

Please note that our HydroFlex is not compatible with the test cell ElyFlow! You have to use the Mini-HydroFlex instead.

Usually, you should place the reference electrode in front of the working electrode. However, you can also measure the voltage drop across the membrane or measure the potential at four different positions simultaneously.

This is determined by the current density and the external volume of your electrolyte storage. Several days to weeks are possible.

The counter electrode is in direct contact to a 24 V heating element. This heats the electrolyte near the counter electrode.
If you have a divided cell with a membrane or separator separating the counter electrolyte and the working electrolyte, an external heated beaker should be used to also adjust the temperature of the working electrolyte.