Can stainless steel felts be gas diffusion layers?
What is stainless steel? How is it different from steel? Steel and stainless steel are widely used in various industries but have distinct differences. Steel is an alloy of iron […]
Gas diffusion layers
What Are the Differences Between Sintered Metal Powders and Sintered Metal Fiber Felts?
Porous metal materials, characterized by their porous structures, are innovative engineering materials that offer impressive strength while being light. These materials are used across different industries, including aerospace, metallurgy, mechanics, […]
Understanding Porosity in Gas Diffusion Layers for Fuel Cells and Electrolyzers
Gas diffusion layers (GDLs) play a crucial role in the performance and efficiency of fuel cells and water electrolyzers. These porous materials facilitate the transport of the reactants to the […]
Why are Graphitized Carbon Panels Cheaper than Sintered Titanium for Gas Diffusion Layers?
In a previous article, we explored the various materials commonly employed as gas diffusion layers (GDLs). Among these, two stand out as the most common choices for fuel cells and […]
Exploring Compressibility in Carbon Papers: A Comprehensive Guide
Explore the pros and cons of high and low compressibility in carbon papers. Understand how compressibility affects density, resistance, strength, and conformability for various applications. Make informed decisions with this comprehensive guide
How does graphitization affect the structure and properties of carbon fiber papers?
The manufacturing process of our LINQCELLTM carbon-based gas diffusion (or porous transport) layers involves three major steps: (1) paper wet laying, (2) carbonization, and (3) graphitization. During the wet paper […]
Why do fuel cells use thin GDLs?
In our previous blog article, we highlighted that gas diffusion layers (GDLs) are commonly available in various thicknesses. Interestingly, electrolyzers tend to utilize thicker GDLs, while fuel cells typically require […]
What is the role of GDLs in Electrolyzers
Gas Diffusion layers evenly distribute the gases produced during electrolysis and enable the efficient operation of the electrolyzer.
