Principle of Water Electrolysis for Hydrogen Production
The technology of water electrolysis for hydrogen production dissociates water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen gases under the influence of a direct current, an electrochemical process. Hydrogen is produced at the cathode, while oxygen is generated at the anode. The electrolyzer cell, as the core component, heavily relies on the performance of electrode materials.
Impact of Electrode Performance
The efficiency of the electrolyzer cell, reflected in voltage requirements and energy consumption, is largely determined by the quality of electrode materials, directly impacting the overall costs.
Material Advantages
Electrode Base Material:
Utilizes Ti-based materials with specialized corrosion-resistant surface treatments to withstand corrosive conditions during hydrogen and oxygen evolution.
Coating Materials:
Comprised primarily of noble metals/oxides such as Pt, Ir, Ru, including binary and ternary alloys/mixed oxides.
Advantages of BaseTi's Titanium Anodes for Electrolysis Hydrogen Production
High Surface Area:
Ensures increased reaction efficiency.
High Conductivity:
Guarantees low resistance and high energy efficiency.
Excellent Electrocatalytic Activity:
Accelerates electrochemical reactions.
Long-term Mechanical and Chemical Stability:
Ensures enduring performance.
Reduced Gas Bubble Evolution:
Minimizes gas resistance to improve efficiency.
High Selectivity:
Focuses on desired chemical reactions.
Accessibility and Cost-Effectiveness:
Ensures economic viability.
Safety:
Meets industry standards for safe operation.
