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Electrochemical Cell

• Simple modular design applicable to high current densities
• Large specific electrode area
• Low ohmic losses
• Applicable to multiphase systems
• Reliable operation with low maintenance
• Easy to scale-up

Basic components in an electrochemical cell

• Planar electrodes (X and Y) made of electrically conductive materials: metals, carbon, composites ...
• Reference electrodes (A, B, C) in electrolytic contact with an electrolyte trough Luggin capillaries
• The cell itself or container made of an inert material: glass, Plexiglass, ...
• An electrolyte (solution containing ions)

See also

• Conductivity cell
• Corrosion cell definition
• Electrochemistry dictionary
• Impressed current cathodic protection system
• Natural corrosion cells
• Rotating cylinder test cell
• Sacrificial anode cathodic protection