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Lab Unit for Electrochemical Ammonia Synthesis
Ammonia
Electrocatalysis
Hydrogen Application
Laser Spectroscopy
MEA
Short Stack Testing
Overview
This laboratory system is designed for the electrochemical, catalytic high‑pressure synthesis of ammonia.
Design Parameters
- Design temperature: 650 °C
- Design pressure: 100 bar
Reactor and Process Features
- MEA reactor
- Inner diameter: approx. 90 mm
- Height: approx. 370 mm
- Gas flow rates of up to 4,000 mL/min
- Capillary-based flow distribution ensuring uniform supply to all MEAs
- Option for superheated steam dosing
- Cathode gas (product) analysis
- Real-time ammonia detection using a laser spectrometer
Automation and Control
- Process control system: Siemens S7‑1500
System Design
The core of the system is a membrane reactor for the parallel investigation of multiple MEAs under realistic operating conditions. The system enables precise characterisation of electrochemical processes and is designed for unattended 24/7 operation.
