Solartron Analytical News
New ModuLab System from Solartron Analytical
On the 11th June 2008 Solartron Analytical launched the new gold standard for electrochemical instrumentation, ModuLab.
This novel system provides the most versatile electrochemical measurement technology available. It provides a range of measurements that were not possible before from a single instrument, including real fA results, ultra-high impedance, ultra-low impedance, and high cell voltage polarization. It also boasts a best-in-class impedance measurement system (single sine, multi-sine / FFT and harmonic analysis across the entire frequency band, in addition to AC voltammetry using the full range of techniques).
When asked how ModuLab differs from other systems, Brian
Sayers, Product Manager, explained:
“Simply put, ModuLab will be the most versatile performer on the market
and will provide the
electrochemical researcher with multiple techniques and options that were
not available to them before in one
system.” He adds: “This is true modularity, with options
that are designed to work together, and with all its capabilities it is a
very exciting addition to our product range.”
Some of the applications that will benefit from the power ModuLab offers are within the field of high voltage fuel cell and battery test, supercapacitors, nanotechnology, analytical electrochemistry, and corrosion research.
New Power Boosters
by Solartron Analytical offer accurate sub-milliohm impedance measurements
for advanced energy storage devices
On the 12th October 2007 Solartron Analytical announced
the launch of its new range of
power boosters.
These boosters offer unrivalled performance providing high current DC and
impedance measurements (up to 100kHz bandwidth), accurate sub-milliohm
impedance measurement for testing advanced energy storage devices, a choice
of models up to 50 volts/25 amp and floating design enabling tests on
grounded cells. Solartron’s range of power boosters, in combination
with single or multi-channel potentiostats, enable high performance
electrochemical tests to be run on a wide range of energy storage devices
and electrochemical cells.
Press Release...
Use of auxiliary
channels for impedance analysis: Detecting failure mechanisms within a
fuel cell / battery stack
- New Technote
The introduction of the Solartron CellTest® System heralds
a new era in high performance DC and impedance testing for energy storage
devices such as batteries, fuel cells and supercapacitors. Its innovative
design provides measurements that are beyond the capabilities of other
multi-channel test stations.
More
info...
High Current Impedance Spectroscopy of a PEM Fuel Cell: Connecting a Solartron 1260 Impedance Analyzer to a commercial Load Bank
Low impedance devices such as fuel cells and batteries are often controlled through high power load banks. An excellent paper by J. Zhang et al. from the National Research Council of Canada, demonstrates how to connect a
Solartron 1260 to a TDI RBL 488 load bank. Impedance measurements are possible even at very high current densities using this technique.
For further information please consult their paper::
Temperature Dependent Performance and In Situ AC Impedance of High Temperature PEM Fuel Cells Using the Nafion 112 Membrane.
Y. Tang, J. Zhang, C. Song, H. Liu, J. Zhang, H. Wang, S. Mackinnon, T. Peckham, J. Li, S. McDermid and P. Kozak, J Electrochem. Soc., 153 (11) A2036-2043, 2006
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about the Solartron Analytical brand and our products. New list of 2008 Events
Go to our "Conferences"
page to view the dates of the conferences, exhibitions, seminars and
events in which Solartron Analytical will participate for the coming
year. Visit here often as we are just starting to develop our 2008 schedule. We invite you to join us whenever possible
at the exhibitions. Are there any events you
would like to see us attend? Submit your suggestions of future events for
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Bath Impedance
Short Course
Theory and Practice of Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy - 15th to 18th July 2008
This highly popular short course provides a sound foundation in the theory and applications of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). It is based on small group teaching, with a strong emphasis on practical work. A unique feature of the course is the fact that 70% of the time is spent in the laboratory using the instrumentation under the guidance of course demonstrators.
The lectures introduce the principles underlying EIS methods, and the course material includes a mathematics workbook as well as Web-based learning support. This Bath Impedance Short Course will be held 15-17 July 2008 in UK.
The practical sessions focus on a range of experiments that illustrate the principles and applications of EIS. By the end of the course, participants will be able to operate frequency response analysers and computer-controlled potentiostats as well as interpret and fit the data obtained using non-linear regression programs.
The course will also provide an introduction to a wider range of applications of frequency response analysis.
The number of participants will be limited in
order to guarantee that all who take part have full
access to the equipment.
High Current Impedance
Spectroscopy on Fuel Cells
In a recent
Solartron technical note, the measurement of fuel cell impedances under
high DC load was shown to be possible using a 1287/1260 potentiostat/FRA
combination. The floating capability of the 1287 ensures that ground loop
interferences are eliminated thus permitting measurements up to the full DC
range of the electronic load.
In a recent paper, Varcoe and
co-workers at the University of Surrey, successfully employed this technique
to measure the impedance of an alkaline membrane cell operating up to 120mA
cm-2. They used a combination of a 1287/1260 and 1470 battery
test unit to measure both the DC and AC properties of the cell. For further
information consult their paper: Steady-State dc and Impedance Investigations of H2/O2 Alkaline Membrane Fuel Cells with
Commercial Pt/C, Ag/C, and Au/C Cathodes. J.R.
Varcoe et.al., J. Phys. Chem. B., Vol 110, No. 42, 2006, 21043 Solartron and the NACE Corrosion 2007 Conference
and Exposition NEWS! We are scheduled to exhibit at
the
NACE Corrosion 2008 Conference and Exposition event in New Orleans,
LA USA 16-20 March. Visit us at Booth #236, where, again, we will be
sharing space with Princeton Applied Research.
Solartron Analytical attended
NACE CORROSION/2007 Exposition which was held
March 11-15, 2007 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort
and Convention Center in Nashville, TN USA. The Event featured innovative technical
symposia, international networking opportunities, and memorable social events.
It was an opportunity for industry professionals to visit with Solartron Analytical Representatives,
ask questions, discuss industry news and hear about the latest products. With
more than 5,000 industry professionals and over 300 exhibitors,
CORROSION/2007 is one of the most informative/highly visible
events of the year for anyone involved in corrosion science and engineering.
Solartron Analytical shared space with Princeton Applied Research who is
also a business element of AMETEK, Inc. They specialize in the design and manufacture
of precision scientific instruments for corrosion research applications. A
range of Potentiostats and Frequency Response Analyzers are available for
corrosion research in pipelines and concrete rebar, as well as medical stents and orthopedic implants.
Solartron Analytical joins other
leaders, executives and decision-makers from around the world commending
NACE for another successful event.
New Solartron Analytical Logo Bookmark Feature
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Analytical Bookmark now has an easy-to-identify logo attached to its
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