{"title":"Ionomers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIonomers are the ion-conducting glue of every membrane-electrode assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e — they bind catalyst particles to the support, wet the triple-phase boundary, and shuttle protons or hydroxides between the catalyst layer and the membrane. The chemistry you choose here decides whether your cell runs in acid or alkali, how it survives accelerated stress tests, and whether your CO2 electrolyzer suppresses parasitic hydrogen evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection groups dispersions by ion-exchange family so you can match the ionomer to the catalyst layer and the membrane already in your stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCation-exchange ionomers (PFSA, for acidic PEM systems)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-side-chain PFSA (Nafion-type):\u003c\/strong\u003e the reference perfluorosulfonic acid ionomer for PEM fuel cells and PEM water electrolyzers. Used as the proton-conducting binder in catalyst inks and as a recast film. Equivalent weight and solvent system drive viscosity, dispersion stability, and final ionic conductivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-side-chain PFSA (Aquivion-type):\u003c\/strong\u003e a perfluorinated sulfonic acid with a shorter pendant chain and higher glass-transition temperature, useful when the cell runs hotter or drier than long-side-chain chemistries tolerate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAnion-exchange ionomers (AEI, for alkaline and CO2RR systems)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoly(aryl piperidinium) (PiperION-type):\u003c\/strong\u003e ether-free aromatic backbone with piperidinium cations; designed to resist the hydroxide-driven cleavage that degrades older AEM chemistries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoly(phenylene) AEIs (Orion, NEXIONIC-type):\u003c\/strong\u003e all-carbon poly(phenylene) or quaternary-ammonium poly(phenylene terphenyl) backbones — a second route to ether-bond-free stability for AEMFC and AEM water electrolysis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolyaromatic quaternary-ammonium (FAA-3-type):\u003c\/strong\u003e the long-standing aryl-ether-ketone benchmark in AEM research. Useful when you need to compare new materials against published baselines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImidazolium-functionalized styrenic AEIs:\u003c\/strong\u003e available in hydrophilic grades for alkaline water electrolysis (keeping OER\/HER catalyst sites wetted) and in hydrophobic grades tuned for CO2 electroreduction, where the imidazolium environment suppresses competing hydrogen evolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are building a PEM fuel cell or PEM electrolyzer, start with the cation-exchange (PFSA) options. If you are working on AEM fuel cells, alkaline water electrolysis, or CO2RR, start with the anion-exchange dispersions and pair them with the matching membrane. For the membrane sheets that complete the MEA, see Proton Exchange Membranes and Anion Exchange Membranes; for the catalyst-coated electrodes these inks are deposited on, see Electrolyzers and Fuel Cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"caefcaedp","title":"Anion Exchange Dispersion (PiperION-A5, 5 wt%) for Alkaline Electrolyzer and Fuel Cell, 10 mL\/bottle, CAEFCAEDP","description":"\u003cp\u003ePiperION is a commercial line of anion exchange ionomers and membranes developed by Versogen. It is based on a specialized class of polymers known as poly(aryl piperidinium) (PAP). Because of its high chemical stability and ionic conductivity, it is a leading material for alkaline electrochemical devices, particularly those that aim to avoid expensive platinum-group metals (PGM).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core innovation of PiperION is its ether-bond-free rigid aromatic backbone. Most traditional anion exchange membranes (AEMs) fail because their ether bonds (C-O-C) are susceptible to nucleophilic attack by hydroxide ions (OH-) in alkaline environments. (1) \u003cstrong\u003eBackbone\u003c\/strong\u003e: A rigid aryl (aromatic) chain without ether linkages, providing extreme alkaline stability. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eCationic Group\u003c\/strong\u003e: The piperidinium cation (a six-membered ring containing nitrogen) is used as the ion-exchange site. Its cyclic structure and lack of β-hydrogens (in certain configurations) make it highly resistant to Hofmann elimination, a common degradation pathway for AEMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiperION ionomers are primarily used to create the Catalyst Layer (CL) in Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs): (1) \u003cstrong\u003eAEM Water Electrolyzers (AEMWE)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enables hydrogen production using low-cost catalysts like Nickel or Iron instead of Iridium. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eAlkaline Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (AEMFC)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Allows for the use of non-platinum catalysts (e.g., Silver or Nickel), significantly lowering the cost of the fuel cell stack. (3) \u003cstrong\u003eCO2 Electrolysis\u003c\/strong\u003e: Used in systems that convert CO2 into syngas, ethylene, or formic acid. (4) \u003cstrong\u003eDirect Ammonia Fuel Cells (DAFC)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Highly stable in the presence of ammonia and concentrated alkaline fuels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 304.4px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9712%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8489%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCAEFCAEDP (C-AEFC-AEDP)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 51.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9712%; height: 51.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChemical Formula\/Structure\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8489%; height: 51.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CAEFCAEDP_02_160x160.png?v=1771401821\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9712%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAppearance\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8489%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparent Liquid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9712%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolvent\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8489%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic (undisclosed)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9712%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eConcentration\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8489%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 wt%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9712%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFunction Group\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8489%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePiperidinium cation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9712%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCounter Ion\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8489%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbonate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9712%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePackage Size\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8489%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e10 mL\/bottle (the solid powder form with 0.4 g\/bottle also can be supplied upon request)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Please try to store the anion exchange dispersion in a dry place (glovebox is the best option). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/abs\/10.1021\/acselectrochem.4c00225\"\u003eL. J. Titheridge, et al. Investigating Cathode Ionomer Content and Assembly Techniques for Anion Exchange Membrane Water Electrolyzers, ACS Electrochemistry. 2025, 1, 6, 951–961\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1002\/adma.202308238\"\u003eS. Favero, et al. Anion Exchange Ionomers: Design Considerations and Recent Advances - An Electrochemical Perspective, Adv. 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(2) \u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Group\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1,2,4,5-tetramethylimidazolium. (3) \u003cstrong\u003eShipping Form\u003c\/strong\u003e: It is almost always shipped in the Chloride (Cl-) form to ensure stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has following features: (1) \u003cstrong\u003eCO2 Affinity\u003c\/strong\u003e: The imidazolium groups have a natural affinity for CO2 molecules. This creates a \"locally concentrated\" CO2 environment at the catalyst surface, which is why it is the \"gold standard\" for CO2 reduction research. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eWater Suppression\u003c\/strong\u003e: It is engineered to be relatively hydrophobic compared to some fuel cell ionomers. This helps prevent water from reaching the catalyst sites, which minimizes unwanted hydrogen production (HER) during CO2 electrolysis. (3) \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Conductivity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Once converted to the OH- form, it maintains excellent ionic transport, allowing for high current densities (often \u0026gt;500 mA\/cm2 in optimized cells).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 389.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCCO2RRHAEID (C-CO2RR-HAEID)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 129.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 129.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChemical Formula\/Structure\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 129.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CCO2RRAEDSXA9_02_160x160.png?v=1771438637\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAppearance\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparent Liquid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolvent\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 wt% in\u003cstrong\u003e ethanol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePackage Size\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e10 mL\/bottle (the solid powder form with 0.4 g\/bottle also can be supplied upon request)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Please try to store the anion exchange dispersion in a dry place (glovebox is the best option). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1002\/cssc.202201687\"\u003eM .Chang, et al. 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The hydrophilic feature ensures that the catalyst sites in a water electrolyzer stay \"wetted,\" which is necessary for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts application fields are: (1) \u003cstrong\u003eAnion Exchange Membrane Water Electrolysis (AEMWE)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Used as the binder for non-PGM catalysts like Nickel, Iron, or Cobalt oxides. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eFuel Cells\u003c\/strong\u003e: Acts as the ion-conducting bridge in the cathode of an Alkaline Fuel Cell, allowing OH- to migrate from the cathode back to the anode. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 315.112px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCAEFCHAEID (C-AEFC-HAEID)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 197px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 197px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChemical Formula\/Structure\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 197px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CCO2RRAEDSXA9_02_160x160.png?v=1771438637\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 18.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 18.8375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAppearance\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 18.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparent Liquid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolvent\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 wt% in\u003cstrong\u003e ethanol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9456%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePackage Size\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.8746%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e10 mL\/bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Please try to store the anion exchange dispersion in a dry place (glovebox is the best option). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1002\/cssc.202201687\"\u003eM .Chang, et al. 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Tailoring the Ionomer Type to Optimize Catalyst Microenvironment for Enhanced CO2 Reduction in Membrane Electrode Assemblies, Carbon Energy., 2025, 7, 2308238\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Dioxide Materials","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47365862981862,"sku":"CAEFCHAEID","price":269.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CAEFCHAEID_main.png?v=1771461487"},{"product_id":"caefcfbaeidfaa3","title":"Anion Exchange Ionomer Dispersion (10 wt%, Fumion FAA-3) for Alkaline Electrolyzer, Fuel Cell and Flow Battery, 25 mL\/bottle, CAEFCFBAEIDFAA3","description":"\u003cp\u003eFumatech’s FAA-3 (specifically the FAA-3-SOLUT-10 dispersion) is one of the most established and \"classic\" anion exchange ionomers used in global research. It is a polyaromatic polymer with quaternary ammonium groups, widely regarded as the industry benchmark for Alkaline Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (AEMFC) and Water Electrolyzers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FAA-3 series is based on a polyaromatic backbone (non-perfluorinated). Unlike the imidazolium-based Sustainion or the piperidinium-based PiperION, FAA-3 uses quaternary ammonium functional groups. It has backbone of Aryl-ether-ketone (Polycyclic aromatic) and functional groups of Benzyl trimethyl ammonium. Typically it is supplied as a 10% w\/w solution in N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) or an Ethanol\/Water mixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn AEM Water Electrolyzers (AEMWE), it is the most common application for FAA-3 ionomer. It acts as the ion-conducting binder in the catalyst layers of electrolyzers that split water into hydrogen and oxygen. Moreover, it allows the use of non-precious metal catalysts (like Nickel, Iron, and Cobalt) instead of expensive Iridium or Platinum. It creates the \"triple-phase boundary\" where the liquid water, the solid catalyst, and the gas bubbles meet, ensuring hydroxide ions (OH-) can move freely to the membrane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFAA-3 is a staple in AEMFC research, where hydrogen and oxygen are recombined to generate electricity and water. (1) \u003cstrong\u003eDirect Methanol\/Ethanol Fuel Cells\u003c\/strong\u003e: It is frequently used in research for Direct Alcohol Fuel Cells. FAA-3 shows good resistance to alcohol crossover compared to some cation-exchange alternatives. (2) \u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e: It provides a stable environment for Oxygen Reduction Reaction (ORR) catalysts, helping to drive down the cost of fuel cell stacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the burgeoning field of carbon capture and utilization, FAA-3 is used to develop electrodes that convert CO2 into value-added chemicals like Carbon Monoxide (CO), Ethylene (C2H4), or Formate. FAA-3 can help suppress the unwanted Hydrogen Evolution Reaction (HER), thereby increasing the \"Faradaic Efficiency\" (selectivity) for carbon products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFAA-3 also can be used in alkaline redox flow batteries (e.g., Zinc-Iron or organic flow batteries) as an electrode binder to suppress the crossover mitigation. Its polyaromatic backbone is effective at blocking the crossover of bulky active species (like ferrocyanide or organic molecules) while still allowing small charge-carrying ions to pass through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCAEFCFBAEIDFAA3 (C-AEFCFB-AEIDFAA3)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eChemical Formula\/Structure\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CAEFCFBAEIDFAA3_chemical_structure_160x160.png?v=1771465222\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eAppearance\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown, Transparent Solution \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolvent\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 wt% in \u003cstrong\u003eEthanol\u003c\/strong\u003e or\u003cstrong\u003e NMP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolution Viscosity\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt; 20 mPa s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eFunctional Groups\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuaternary Ammonium Group\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCounter Ion\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBromide (Br-)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePackage Size\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mL\/bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Please try to store the FAA-3 alkaline anion exchange dispersion in a dry place (glovebox is the best option). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0378775320315482\"\u003eJ. Zhang, et al. Ionomer dispersion solvent influence on the microstructure of Co–N–C catalyst layers for anion exchange membrane fuel cell, J. Power Sources, 2021, 484, 229259\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0378775312018514\"\u003eM. Carmo, et al. Development and electrochemical studies of membrane electrode assemblies for polymer electrolyte alkaline fuel cells using FAA membrane and ionomer, J. 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15.8216%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt;1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8216%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46±2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5987%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e1-Propanol (wt%)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 31.6433%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48±3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8216%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8216%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e44±2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5987%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEthanol (wt%)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 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15.8216%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8216%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50-500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5987%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplication Conditions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 31.6433%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLab-scale catalyst inks; thin coatings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8216%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial spray coating; thicker inks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8216%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMembrane casting; high-solids inks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5987%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePackage Size\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 31.6433%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e25 mL\/bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8216%;\"\u003e25 mL\/bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8216%;\"\u003e25 mL\/bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Steps for Making Electrode (D520 as an example)\u003c\/strong\u003e: (1) \u003cstrong\u003eI\/C Ratio Optimization\u003c\/strong\u003e: In PEM fuel cell research, the weight ratio of Nafion (dry) to Carbon (I\/C ratio) typically falls between 0.6 and 1.0. Too much D520 ionomer will block gas pores (flooding); too little will lead to high ohmic resistance. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eDispersion\/Mixing\u003c\/strong\u003e: D520 should be added to catalyst slurries under stirring or sonication. To prevent \"clumping,\" it is often recommended to add the water\/alcohol solvents first to wet the catalyst before adding the D520. (3) \u003cstrong\u003eAnnealing (Heat Treatment)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Once the ink is dried, the electrode must be heated to approximately 130°C–140°C for 30–60 minutes. This temperature is near the glass transition temperature (Tg) of the Nafion polymer, allowing the polymer chains to \"interlock,\" making the layer mechanically robust and insoluble in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/abs\/10.1021\/acscatal.8b02217\"\u003eG. F. Li, et al. Defining Nafion Ionomer Roles for Enhancing Alkaline Oxygen Evolution Electrocatalysis, ACS Catal. 2018, 8, 12, 11688–11698\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iopscience.iop.org\/article\/10.1149\/2.0231611jes\/meta\"\u003eM. Bernt, et al. Influence of Ionomer Content in IrO2\/TiO2 Electrodes on PEM Water Electrolyzer Performance, J. Electrochem. 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(3) \u003cstrong\u003eSolvent\u003c\/strong\u003e: Usually provided as a 5 wt% dispersion in a mixture of propanol, ethanol, and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNA5 is specifically formulated for the construction of Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs). (1)\u003cstrong\u003e AEM Water Electrolyzers (AEMWE)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Acting as the binder for non-precious catalysts like NiFe Layered Double Hydroxides (LDH). (2) \u003cstrong\u003eAEM Fuel Cells (AEMFC)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Used in the cathode to facilitate the oxygen reduction reaction. 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Han, et al. Advancing the Co-Based Anode Catalysts Using Ionomers in Pure-Water Anion Exchange Membrane Electrolyzers, Adv. Funct. Mater., 2025, 35, 2508175\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/abs\/10.1021\/acscatal.5c00704\"\u003eR. Sgarbi, et al. Improved Activity and Durability of Carbon-Capped Pd and PdNi Catalysts─From Model Active Layers to Anion-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell Electrodes, ACS Catal. 2025, 15, 11, 9379–9392\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"CLKXZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47367834927334,"sku":"CAEFCAEIDNA5","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CAEFCAEIDNA5_main.png?v=1771525389"},{"product_id":"caefcaeidcm1","title":"Anion Exchange Ionomer Dispersion (Orion CM1) for Alkaline Electrolyzer and Fuel Cell, 10 mL\/bottle, CAEFCAEIDCM1","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrion TM1 is a high-performance Anion Exchange Ionomer (AEI) produced by Orion Polymer. It is based on a proprietary poly(phenylene) chemistry and is specifically designed to compete with the most stable materials on the market, such as PiperION and Sustainion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Orion ionomer stands out due to its ether-free, all-carbon backbone. This structure is a direct response to the \"ether-death\" problem, where the oxygen links in traditional polymers are cleaved by hydroxide ions (OH-). (1) \u003cstrong\u003eBackbone with rigid poly(phenylene) structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. By removing ether (C-O-C) linkages, the material achieves remarkable stability in 1M KOH at temperatures up to 80°C. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eCationic Group\u003c\/strong\u003e: Typically utilizes high-stability quaternary ammonium or piperidinium groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Orion CM1 ionomer is primarily used in the construction of Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs) for: (1) \u003cstrong\u003eAEM Water Electrolyzers (AEMWE)\u003c\/strong\u003e: As a binder for non-precious catalysts like NiFe and Co3O4. Its high IEC allows for lower voltages at high current densities. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eAEM Fuel Cells (AEMFC)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides the necessary ionic conductivity in the catalyst layer while allowing water produced at the anode to escape. (3) \u003cstrong\u003eSelective Separation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Used in electrodialysis and other desalination technologies where alkaline stability is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100.036%; height: 315.112px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.8587%; height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9256%; height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e CAEFCAEIDCM1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.8587%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePolymer Backbone\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9256%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoly(phenylene)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 18.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.8587%; height: 18.8375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolvent System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9256%; height: 18.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~Ethanol\/Water (Alcohol-based)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.8587%; height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIon-Exchange Capacity (IEC)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9256%; height: 39.8375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026gt;2.2 meq\/g (in OH- form)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.8587%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIonic Conductivity\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9256%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~140 mS\/cm (in OH-)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.8587%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStability \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9256%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026gt;1,000 hours in 1M KOH at 80°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.8587%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePackage Size\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.9256%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e10 mL\/bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iopscience.iop.org\/article\/10.1149\/1945-7111\/adb2e9\/meta\"\u003eA. Shubair, et al. Asymmetric Electrode Ionomers Based on Polydiallyldimethylammonium Block Copolymers for Enhanced Performance in Anion Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells, J. Electrochem. Soc., 2025, 172, 024503\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/abs\/10.1021\/acsaem.5c03109\"\u003eR. Kas, et al. Assessing the Long-Term Stability of Anion Exchange Membranes for Electrochemical CO2 Reduction, ACS Appl. Energy Mater. 2026, 9, 1, 359–371\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"FuelCellStore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47369193521382,"sku":"CAEFCAEIDCM1","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CAEFCAEIDCM1_main.png?v=1771551789"}],"url":"https:\/\/echemsupplies.com\/collections\/ionomers.oembed","provider":"EChem Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}