{"title":"Testing Cells for Col SOEC \u0026 SOFC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTesting cells decide whether your SOEC or SOFC results reflect the cell chemistry or just the fixture around it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid oxide electrochemistry runs at high temperature with brittle ceramic electrolytes, reactive humidified fuels, and tight gas-tightness requirements — so the hardware that holds the cell, seals the manifolds, contacts the electrodes, and feeds reactants is itself a major source of variability. This collection covers laboratory-scale fixtures used to characterize button cells, planar cells, and short stacks for solid oxide electrolysis (SOEC) and solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC), as well as adjacent operando and flow-cell platforms researchers commonly co-purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical use cases include i-V and i-V-P polarization, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy across a controlled fuel\/oxidant atmosphere, long-duration durability and degradation studies, redox cycling, and steam-electrolysis testing where humidified hydrogen or CO2\/H2O mixtures feed the fuel electrode. Hardware selection turns on a few practical questions: which cell footprint (button, planar square, or stack repeat unit), what sealing strategy (compressive mica\/glass-ceramic versus rigid glass), what current-collection scheme (mesh, paste, or contact frame), and whether you need optical or X-ray access for operando work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you will find here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-cell SOEC\/SOFC test fixtures for button and planar geometries, with separated fuel and oxidant chambers and provisions for reference electrodes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort-stack and repeat-unit hardware with serpentine or parallel flow fields for evaluating interconnect, contact, and sealing behavior beyond the single-cell level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlow electrolyzers, PEC-EC hybrid cells, and porous solid-electrolyte reactors used by groups that move between high-temperature solid oxide work and room-temperature CO2 reduction or electrosynthesis on the same bench.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperando-access cells (optical quartz windows, IR-ATR, X-ray CT) and corrosion fixtures useful for qualifying interconnect alloys and coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are running button-cell screening of new air-electrode or fuel-electrode compositions, start with the single-cell fixtures. For interconnect, contact, and sealing studies, move to the short-stack hardware. For mechanistic work that needs to see the electrode while it operates, see the operando window and split-cell options. Related sections: Electrolyzers \u0026amp; Fuel Cells, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/testing-cells\"\u003eTesting Cells\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/energy-conversion\"\u003eEnergy Conversion\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"csofecbctf","title":"SOFC\/SOEC Button Cell (D=15-25 mm) Test Fixture, CSOFECBCTF","description":"\u003cp\u003eA button cell test fixture (or \"test rig\") is the central piece of hardware for evaluating the electrochemical performance of single-cell SOFC\/SOEC samples. It provides the necessary atmosphere control, electrical connectivity, and temperature stability required for I-V curves and Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard fixture consists of four primary subsystems: (1) \u003cstrong\u003eManifold\/Housing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Typically made of high-purity Alumina (Al2O3) to prevent chromium poisoning from stainless steel at high temperatures (\u0026gt;700°C). (2) \u003cstrong\u003eSealing Mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e: Uses springs to push the cell against a Gold or Silver O-ring or a mineral gasket. (3) \u003cstrong\u003eGlass\/Ceramic\u003c\/strong\u003e: Uses a specialized glass sealant that melts to create a hermetic seal between the fuel and air chambers. (4) \u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e: Platinum, Gold, or Silver meshes and wires that press against the electrodes to extract current. (5) \u003cstrong\u003eGas Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e: Inner and outer tubes that deliver precisely metered gases (e.g., humidified H2, CO2, or Air) directly to the electrode surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 201.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCSOFECBCTF (C-SOFEC-BCTF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTest Fixture Features\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe whole cell was made of alumina ceramic material without any risk of metal contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring compression part was designed for wrong position installation and ensure the cell tightness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECBCTF_04_160x160.png?v=1774036461\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy assemble\/disassemble with electrode\/electrolyte and conveniently placed inside the specific oven.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e           \u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECBCTF_03_160x160.png?v=1774036397\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete accessories, such as current\/voltage terminal, thermocouple terminal, and gas inlet\/outlet ports. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMain Specifications\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Cell Size: 10-25 mm (Round or Square disk)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCell Fixture Dimension: W52 mm * D52 mm * H55 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e            \u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECBCTF_02_160x160.png?v=1774035850\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. Temperature: 900 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Flow: Max. 1 L\/min\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Inlet\/Outlet Port: φ 6 mm quick plug type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePt Voltage Wire (φ 0.3mm); Pt Current Wire (φ 0.5mm); R-type thermocouple. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTypical Test Results\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  \u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECBCTF_05_160x160.png?v=1774036762\"\u003e \u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECBCTF_06_160x160.png?v=1774036762\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFurnace \u0026amp; Temperature Control Integration (\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eOptional\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Furnace and temperature control can be integrated with the operando test cell (\u003cspan\u003eavailable upon request\u003c\/span\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECBCTF_07_160x160.png?v=1774080869\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner size of furnace: W120 * D150 * H150 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe furnace external size: W280 * D310 * H340 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. Temperature: 900 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-side heating mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eK-type thermocouple\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iopscience.iop.org\/article\/10.1149\/05701.3261ecst\/meta\"\u003eM. Shiraki, et al., Efficiency Calculations for SOFC\/SOEC Reversible System and Evaluations of Performances of Button-Size Anode-Supported Cell, ECS Trans., 2013, 57, 3261\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/energy-research\/articles\/10.3389\/fenrg.2023.1278203\/full\"\u003eC. M. Priest, et al., Challenges in practical button cell testing for hydrogen production from high temperature electrolysis of water, Front. Energy Res., 2023, 11, DOI: 10.3389\/fenrg.2023.1278203\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"HZYQN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47469362282726,"sku":"CSOFECBCTF","price":8888888.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECBCTF_main.png?v=1774035768"},{"product_id":"csofecpctf","title":"SOFC\/SOEC Planar Cell (5cm * 5cm or 10cm * 10cm) Test Fixture, CSOFECPCTF","description":"\u003cp\u003eTesting planar SOFC\/SOEC cells (such as the 5x5 cm or 10x10 cm formats) moves beyond material characterization and into the realm of system engineering. Unlike button cells, which are often \"electrolyte-supported\" for strength, planar tests are frequently anode-supported (ASC) and require sophisticated manifolding to manage gas distribution and thermal gradients over a large active area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard fixture consists of four primary subsystems: (1) \u003cstrong\u003eManifold\/Housing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Typically made of high-purity Alumina (Al2O3) to prevent chromium poisoning from stainless steel at high temperatures (\u0026gt;700°C). (2) \u003cstrong\u003eSealing Mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e: Uses springs to push the cell against a Gold or Silver O-ring or a mineral gasket. (3) \u003cstrong\u003eGlass\/Ceramic\u003c\/strong\u003e: Uses a specialized glass sealant that melts to create a hermetic seal between the fuel and air chambers. (4) \u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e: Platinum, Gold, or Silver meshes and wires that press against the electrodes to extract current. (5) \u003cstrong\u003eGas Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e: Inner and outer tubes that deliver precisely metered gases (e.g., humidified H2, CO2, or Air) directly to the electrode surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 201.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCSOFECPCTF (C-SOFEC-PCTF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTest Fixture Features\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe whole cell was made of alumina ceramic material without any risk of metal contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic spring compression part was designed for cell tightness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy assemble\/disassemble with electrode\/electrolyte and conveniently placed inside the specific oven.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e           \u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECPCTF_03_160x160.png?v=1774046262\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete accessories, such as current\/voltage terminal, thermocouple terminal, and gas inlet\/outlet ports. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMain Specifications\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Cell Size: 5cm * 5cm or 10cm * 10cm (square sheet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCell Fixture Size: W82 * D82 * H45 mm for 5cm*5cm cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e                                     W130 * D130 * H49 mm for 10cm* 10cm cell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. Temperature: 900 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Flow: Max. 2 L\/min for 5cm*5cm; 3 L\/min for 10cm*10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Inlet\/Outlet Port: φ 6 mm quick plug type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePt Voltage Wire (φ 0.5mm); Pt Current Wire (φ 0.5mm); R-type thermocouple. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Temperature Ceramic Sealant and Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFurnace \u0026amp; Temperature Control Integration (\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eOptional\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Furnace and temperature control can be integrated with the operando test cell (\u003cspan\u003eavailable upon request\u003c\/span\u003e).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECBCTF_07_160x160.png?v=1774080869\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner size of furnace: W120 * D150 * H150 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe furnace external size: W280 * D310 * H340 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. Temperature: 900 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-side heating mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eK-type thermocouple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\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\/S0360319918326430\"\u003eY. J. Kim, et al., Evaluation of the thermal and structural stability of planar anode-supported solid oxide fuel cells using a 10 × 10 cm2 single-cell test, I. J. Hydrogen Energy, 2019, 44, 5517-5529\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0013468617325422\"\u003eY. 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By integrating a quartz optical window into the test fixture, researchers can visualize real-time temperature gradients, hotspots, and redox dynamics that are otherwise invisible to standard thermocouples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigning a planar fixture with optical access requires balancing hermeticity (gas-tightness) with transparency. (1) \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz Window Selection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Synthetic quartz or sapphire is used for its high transmissivity (\u0026gt;90%) in the 1.0 – 5.0 um range, which aligns with the mid-infrared (MWIR) cameras typically used for high-temperature thermography. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eWindow Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e: The window is usually integrated into the cathode manifold, allowing a direct line-of-sight to the electrode surface. This requires specialized high-temperature seals (e.g., gold gaskets or custom glass-ceramic) to prevent air from leaking into the fuel stream or cooling the cell surface prematurely. (3) \u003cstrong\u003eReflectivity \u0026amp; Emissivity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Since ceramics like LSM or LSC have high emissivity (~0.95-0.98), they are ideal for IR imaging. However, metallic components (interconnects) have low emissivity and can act as mirrors, reflecting the furnace elements. Proper emissivity correction is the most critical step in data post-processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 201.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCSOFECOTICPCQW (C-SOFEC-OTIC-PCQW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTest Fixture Features\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe whole cell was made of alumina ceramic material without any risk of metal contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic spring compression part was designed for cell tightness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy assemble\/disassemble with electrode\/electrolyte and conveniently placed inside the specific oven.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete accessories, such as current\/voltage terminal, thermocouple terminal, and gas inlet\/outlet ports. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMain Specifications\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Cell Size: 5cm * 5cm or 10cm * 10cm (square sheet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCell Fixture Size: W90 * D90 * H46 mm for 5cm*5cm cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e                                     W148 * D148 * H46 mm for 10cm* 10cm cell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz Window: 40mm*40mm for 5cm*5cm cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e                                      80mm*80mm for 10cm*10cm cell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. Temperature: 900 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Flow: Max. 2 L\/min for 5cm*5cm; 3 L\/min for 10cm*10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Inlet\/Outlet Port: φ 6 mm quick plug type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePt\/Ag Voltage Wire (φ 0.5mm\/φ 1.5mm); Pt\/Ag Current Wire (φ 0.5mm\/φ 1.5mm); R-type thermocouple (φ 0.3mm). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Temperature Ceramic Sealant and Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFurnace \u0026amp; Temperature Control Integration (\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eOptional\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Furnace and temperature control can be integrated with the operando test cell (\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eavailable upon request\u003c\/span\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e          \u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECOTICPCQW_02_160x160.png?v=1774076358\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner size of furnace: W120 * D150 * H150 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe furnace external size: W280 * D310 * H340 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObservation Port was on the furnace side. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. Temperature: 900 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-side heating mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eK-type thermocouple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThermal Imaging Results\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnode: humidified 3% H2, 1000 mL\/min; Cathode: 2000 mL\/min (whole cell is under normal operation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e            \u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECOTICPCQW_03_160x160.png?v=1774159871\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnode: humidified 3% H2, 500 mL\/min; Cathode: 1000 mL\/min (S\/C is too low, which cause cracks on the electrode surface during reforming reaction inside SOFC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e           \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECOTICPCQW_03_160x160.png?v=1774159871\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\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\/S0378775309011471\"\u003eM. B. Pomfret, et al., Thermal imaging of solid oxide fuel cell anode processes, J. Power Source, 2010, 195, 257-262\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0013468617325422\"\u003eD.J.L. Brett, et al., Application of infrared thermal imaging to the study of pellet solid oxide fuel cells, J. Power Sources, 2017, 258, 11, 1254-1261\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"HZYQN","offers":[{"title":"5cm * 5cm (4cm*4cm quartz window)","offer_id":47470477410534,"sku":"CSOFECOTICPCQW55","price":8888888.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10cm * 10cm (8cm*8cm quartz window)","offer_id":47470477443302,"sku":"CSOFECOTICPCQW1010","price":8888888.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/CSOFECOTICPCQW_main.png?v=1774076346"},{"product_id":"ersofects","title":"Reversible SOFC\/SOEC Testing System with PLC and HMI Units, ERSOFECTS","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn integrative testing system for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) and Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells (SOEC) is a sophisticated laboratory or industrial rig designed to evaluate electrochemical performance, durability, and thermal cycling. Since these systems operate at high temperatures (600 °C to 900 °C), they require precise coordination between gas handling, thermal management, and electrical characterization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrative test stand is generally composed of four primary modules: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Management Module\u003c\/strong\u003e: (1) \u003cem\u003eHigh-Temperature Furnace\u003c\/em\u003e: Typically a split-tube or box furnace with multi-zone heating to ensure a uniform temperature profile across the cell or stack. (2) \u003cem\u003ePre-heaters\u003c\/em\u003e: Used to heat incoming gases to the operating temperature before they reach the ceramic interface, preventing thermal shock. (3) \u003cem\u003eHeat Exchangers\u003c\/em\u003e: In larger \"stack\" testing, these recover heat from exhaust gases to improve system efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGas Processing \u0026amp; Delivery (Balance of Plant)\u003c\/strong\u003e: (1)\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMass Flow Controllers (MFCs)\u003c\/em\u003e: High-precision units to manage fuel (H2, CH4, CO, NH3) and oxidants (Air, O2). (2) \u003cem\u003eHumidification \u0026amp; Steam Generation\u003c\/em\u003e: Critical for SOEC mode (electrolysis) and preventing carbon coking in SOFC mode. This involves a steam generator or a high-temperature \"bubbler\" with precise dew-point control. (3) \u003cem\u003ePurge System\u003c\/em\u003e: An automated N2 or Ar flush system to safely remove combustible gases during shutdown or emergency states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrochemical Characterization\u003c\/strong\u003e: (1) \u003cem\u003eElectronic Load (SOFC Mode)\u003c\/em\u003e: Dissipates the power produced by the cell to measure IV (Current-Voltage) curves. (2) \u003cem\u003ePower Supply (SOEC Mode)\u003c\/em\u003e: Provides the high-current DC needed to drive the electrolysis reaction (splitting water or CO2). (3) \u003cem\u003eEIS (Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy)\u003c\/em\u003e: A high-frequency analyzer used to distinguish between ohmic, activation, and mass-transport losses within the cell layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl \u0026amp; Safety (PLC\/HMI)\u003c\/strong\u003e: (1) \u003cem\u003eLogic Controller\u003c\/em\u003e: Manages the \"Recipes\" (e.g., heating at 1 °C\/min, then dwelling at 800 °C for reduction). (2) \u003cem\u003eSafety Interlocks\u003c\/em\u003e: Monitors for hydrogen leaks (via LEL sensors), over-temperature, and pressure imbalances between the anode and cathode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 201.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart Number\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eERSOFECTS (E-RSOFEC-TS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePower\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC110-220V±10%, single phase, 50\/60 Hz, ~2000W. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTesting System Features\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 35.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe whole testing system was composed of five units: gas flow, humidifier, furnace\/cell fixture, PLC\/HMI control, and safety protection. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe SOFC and SOEC modes can be easily switched.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe whole testing cell fixture is made of alumina ceramic that avoids the potential contamination from metal. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete accessories, such as current\/voltage terminal, thermocouple terminal, and gas inlet\/outlet ports. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimension: W1200 * D800 * H1800 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGas Flow Unit\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly precise digital flow meter to control the gas flow rate and gas mixture\/feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBubble-type humidifier with independent gas and liquid heating modules to precisely control the dew point. The side bypass design enables the dry and wet flow gas switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: AC220V±10%, 1200W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnode Gases: H2\/N2\/CH4\/CO2\/CO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCathode Gas: Air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput gas pressure: 0.1-0.3 MPa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMFC flow range: 1-60 L\/min\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMFC flow resolution: ±1.0% F.S. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDew point range: 40-90 °C (resolution is ±1 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube fitting connection: 1\/4\" SWL (\u0026lt;20 L\/min)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFurnace \u0026amp; Test Cell Fixture\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/ESOFECITS_02_160x160.png?v=1774165215\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ceramic spring provides constant compression force on the ceramic test cell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe independent design of current and voltage wires eliminates the measurement derivation on voltage drop. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurnace size: W300 * D300 * H260 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurnace heating temperature: RT-900 °C (resolution ±1 °C, multistage programmable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubing temperature: RT-200 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Cell Size: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/echemsupplies.com\/products\/csofecbctf?variant=47469362282726\"\u003e10-25 mm (Round or Square disk)\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/echemsupplies.com\/products\/csofecpctf?variant=47470472397030\"\u003ePlanar 5cm*5cm or 10 cm*10cm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCell Fixture Dimension: W52 mm * D52 mm * H55 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePt Voltage Wire (φ 0.3mm); Pt Current Wire (φ 0.5mm); R-type thermocouple. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePLC \u0026amp; HMI Control Unit\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll SOFC \u0026amp; SOEC operations can be realized on HMI touch screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is capable of power control, gas flow rate control, temperature control, and data recording \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSiemens brand PLC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMI Size: 10\"  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.9856%;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSafety Protection Unit\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6547%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe safety system includes the temperature alarm, low water level alarm, gas leaking alarm and all alarm messages appears on HMI touch screen. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eH2\/CO leakage detector adopts electrochemical sensor that triggers the alarm even at low concentration. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/abs\/10.1021\/acs.energyfuels.2c03463\"\u003eP. Li, et al., Electrochemical Performance of Pr0.4Sr0.5CoxFe0.9–xMo0.1O3−δ Oxides in a Reversible SOFC\/SOEC System, Energy Fuels 2022, 36, 24, 15165–15176\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iopscience.iop.org\/article\/10.1149\/11106.1629ecst\/meta\"\u003eJ. Pike, et al., Reversible SOFC\/SOEC System Development and Demonstration, ECS Trans., 2023, 111, 1629\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"HZYQN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47473292706022,"sku":"ERSOFECTS","price":8888888.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/files\/ESOFECITS_main.png?v=1775684330"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/6591\/1526\/collections\/CSOFECPCTF_main.png?v=1776801559","url":"https:\/\/echemsupplies.com\/collections\/soec-sofc-testing-cells.oembed","provider":"EChem Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}