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This 2.0mg/cm² Platinum Ruthenium on Carbon Paper is the most popular Gas Diffusion Electrode (GDE) for use in Direct Methanol Fuel Cells (DMFC).
The Platinum Ruthenium (PtRu) catalyst is designed to facilitate the Methanol reaction to create an efficient DMFC.
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Type of Cells | Electrodes |
The Gas Diffusion Layer (GDL) used is Sigracet 22 BB which is 215 microns thick. Other GDL materials are also available by custom request, as are custom sizes and loadings.
Includes a Nafion Post Coat for improved water management and adhesion to the membrane.
Catalyst Properties | |
Catalyst Type | Platinum Ruthenium Black - Fuel Cell Grade |
Loading | 2.0 mg/cm² |
Gas Diffusion Layer Properties | |
Material Type | Carbon Fiber Paper - Sigracet 22 BB |
Thickness | 215 microns +/- 20 microns |
Basic Weight (g/m²) | 70 +/- 15 g/m² |
Thermal Conductivity | 0.30 W(m^-1)(K^-1) |
Bending Stiffness (MD/TD) | 1.5 / 0.9 N mm |
Electrical Resistivity (through plane) | < 10 mΩcm² (milliohms cm²) |
Water Contact Angle (MPL) | > 130° |
Roughness (MPL side) | 7.2 µm |
Tensile Strength | 6.9 / 4.6 (MD/TD) |
PTFE Treatment | 5 wt% |
Microporous Layer | Yes, on catalyzed side |