flex-X-cell M for alkaline electrolysis
Modular alkaline electrolysis cell with 25 cm² active area, two-channel configuration, and PTFE flow frames, compatible with sheet, mesh, and foam electrodes. Typical applications include electrode and catalyst development, separator testing, and studies of electrolyte composition and concentration.
From€4,180
Excluding taxes. Final pricing depends on configuration and quantity.
Typical lead time: 1–3 months
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Lead time depends on component availability and product requirements. It may be shorter when all required components are in stock. Customized products or configurations may take longer. The expected lead time will be confirmed in the quotation.
Included components
Components are listed from anode to cathode.
Components below describe the default configuration. Select available alternatives above or contact us about further customization.
- End plate — Stainless steel end plate including positioning pins, screws, handles, and fluid connectors (default: PFA; for 6 × 4 mm (OD × ID) tubing)1
- Insulation layer with FEP-encapsulated O-rings
- Anode current collector / electrode — Ni sheet3
- Anode flow frame — 2.0 mm PTFE2,3
- Membrane frame — 250 µm PTFE2
- Cathode flow frame — 2.0 mm PTFE2,3
- Cathode current collector / electrode — Ni sheet3
- Insulation layer with FEP-encapsulated O-rings
- End plate — Stainless steel end plate including positioning pins, screws, handles, and fluid connectors (default: PFA; for 6 × 4 mm (OD × ID) tubing)1
Required separately: Membranes and electrodes are not included unless explicitly included in the selected configuration or added separately to your quotation request.
1 Default fluid connectors; other tubing sizes and materials available on request.
2 Default thickness; other thicknesses available on request.
3 Default material; other materials available on request.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Active area | 25 cm² |
| Cell architecture | 2 channels |
| Anode current collector / electrode | Configurable — default: Ni sheet |
| Cathode current collector / electrode | Configurable — default: Ni sheet |
| Anode flow frame | Configurable — default: 2.0 mm PTFE |
| Cathode flow frame | Configurable — default: 2.0 mm PTFE |
| Maximum operating pressure | Unpressurized operation; <0.5 bar (gauge) |
| Maximum operating temperature | 80 °C |
| External dimensions | Approx. 145 × 170 × 190 mm (W × D × H) |
| Electrical connection | 4 mm banana socket, or bolted cable lug directly to the current collector |
| Fluid connectors | PFA fluid connectors for 6 × 4 mm (OD × ID) tubing (other tubing sizes and PTFE alternatives on request) |
| O-rings | FEP-encapsulated (alternatives on request: EPDM or FFKM) |
| Wetted materials | Nickel, PTFE, selected electrode, PFA fluid connectors, and selected O-ring materials |
Further customization
Additional configurations are available on request, including:
- Reference electrode integration
- Integrated thermostat channel for temperature control
- Alternative fluid connector sizes for other tubing diameters
- Alternative fluid connector materials: PTFE
- Alternative O-ring materials: EPDM or FFKM
- Custom frame thicknesses and geometries
- Other materials and coatings on request