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AssemblyMain Cell Assembly 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 1 

Assembled Cell (See Table 1 for Labels) 

 

 

The ParaCell includes a number of ACE-Thred

 connectors used for a wide variety of functions. #7 ACE-

Thred

 connectors are particularly common. ACE-Thred

 fittings are designed to seal cylindrical objects into 

the cell. These objects can include glass tubes, plugs, thermometers, and bodies of plastic electrodes. ACE-
Thred 

fittings™

 are designed to be tightened with finger-pressure only. 

 

A given ACE-Thred

 size can only accommodate specific diameter objects. A #7 ACE-Thred

 is specified to 

work with objects with a diameter between 6.5 mm and 7.5 mm. If you need to add non-standard options to 
your ParaCell kit, make sure you keep this restriction in mind. 

Main Cell Assembly 

1.

 

Place the cell body O-rings into the grooves on the end plates. 

 

Caution:

 ACE-

Thred™ fittings should always be tightened “finger

-

tight”.

 Never use tools 

such as a wrench or pliers to tighten an ACE-Thred

 fitting. Over-tightening a fitting can break the cell. 

Summary of Contents for ParaCell

Page 1: ...i ParaCell Electrochemical Cell Kit Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...i...

Page 3: ...y obligation to install same on systems previously purchased All product specifications are subject to change without notice There are no warranties which extend beyond the description herein This war...

Page 4: ...Optional parts may be available from Gamry Instruments or from third party vendors Contact your local Gamry sales representative to discuss any special requirements or accessories that you need Discl...

Page 5: ...Copyrights and Trademarks 1 ParaCell Operator s Manual Copyright 2017 Gamry Instruments Inc Revision 1 41 November 30 2017 988 00017...

Page 6: ...Copyrights and Trademarks 2...

Page 7: ...tic Stirrer 10 Bridge Tube and Reference Electrode 10 Counter Electrode 11 Gas flow Overview and Terminology 11 Pre saturation of the Purge Gas 12 Gas Dispersion Apparatus 12 Attaching Gas Tubing to t...

Page 8: ...mplement its required functions You can customize the cell by rearranging some of Gamry s standard fittings or making or buying additional fittings electrodes sensors or adapters A reference electrode...

Page 9: ...so you can use nylon s properties which are generally available as an indication of these fitting s suitability for use in any specific chemical environment Gamry s Paracell was not designed for use...

Page 10: ...heck the glass pieces for chipping and small cracks as well as for major damage If any parts were broken in shipment please contact our US facility or your local Gamry representative as soon as possib...

Page 11: ...Cell 2 820 00053 End Plates polycarbonate A 2 820 00054 Foot Bracket stainless steel B 1 820 00055 Cell Body polycarbonate C 2 820 00056 Sample Bracket stainless steel D 2 935 00079 PTFE encapsulated...

Page 12: ...o be pressurized this is most easily accomplished by adding a small amount of dye to water filling the cell and setting it on some paper towels A slow leak may not leave the paper towels damp but will...

Page 13: ...ngs are designed to be tightened with finger pressure only A given ACE Thred size can only accommodate specific diameter objects A 7 ACE Thred is specified to work with objects with a diameter between...

Page 14: ...your cell you can add a small one using a spare port Bridge Tube and Reference Electrode The bridge tube fits any of the 7 ports on the top but normal use is via the top port on the working electrode...

Page 15: ...hrough one of the threaded holes Mesh in particular may require this to be added before assembly of the main cell If you are not using a counter electrode on the end plate opposite the working electro...

Page 16: ...handle gas flow Use a thin flexible tubing PTFE or other for the gas feed line With the cell assembled run the feed line in through the angled threaded access port on the counter side Feed through to...

Page 17: ...ParaCell they must be in place prior to filling the cell with test solution Sample surface finish and other sample preparation are critical if you want to obtain reproducible results Consult the corr...

Page 18: ...mples should be masked in the same way When masking make sure the revealed area is centered in the hole when mounting the electrode Electrode Connections Corrosion If you are using your ParaCell with...

Page 19: ...available even for a user who uses two references and two working electrodes There are a total of six ports but only three or four are necessary for most experiments With two to three spare access po...

Page 20: ...n of a pH Electrode 16 Selected Specifications Cell Volume 300 mL standard operating volume Port Type End Plate Holes 7 thread Number of Ports 2 O ring sealed 4 two vented Working Electrode s Exposed...

Page 21: ...periment many overloads The reference electrode white lead in the cell cable is not connected to the cell The working sense blue lead in the cell cable is not connected to the cell You have incorrect...

Page 22: ...hootingAddition of a pH Electrode 18 Contaminants are entering the cell from the graphite counter electrode Your electrochemical system is inherently irreproducible often true of localized corrosion p...

Page 23: ...g 13 exposed area 16 Faraday cage 14 17 galvanic corrosion 15 gas dispersion 11 magnetic stirring 10 masking 14 nitrogen 11 noise 14 noise electrochemical 15 parts list 7 PortHole sample masks 14 prob...

Page 24: ...Redefining Electrochemical Measurement Part 988 00017 734 Louis Drive Warminster PA 18974 Tel 215 682 9330 www gamry com...

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