We can provide a minimum porosity of 45 %.
Hydrogen generation is a fast growing market, requesting timely and qualitative supply of PTL and/or information.
Hence questions may arise on various subjects which we envisage to tackle here.
What is the lowest porosity which Bekaert can supply?
We can provide a minimum porosity of 45 %.
What are the benefits of AEM?
Lower cost, use of abundant metals, and high-purity hydrogen production.
What is Stainless Steel alloy 316L?
Grade 1.4404 or 316L is an austenitic stainless steel type AISI 316 which has very good corrosion resistance due to its high chromium and molybdenum content combined with a low carbon content.
Can the thickness be adapted to fit the cell design?
Our standard portfolio is available in the following thickness range:
You can request a quote on our website.
For commercial projects the thickness can be adapted, but this will have an impact on porosity.
Does the coating affect porosity?
No, the platinum coating maintains porosity and surface characteristics.
What makes PEM ideal for hydrogen production?
It offers high efficiency and compact design, suitable for mobility and industrial use.
Are nickel alloys available?
Yes, we offer Inconel and Hastalloy (HR) alloys for enhanced performance.
What are the tolerances on dimensions, length, width and thickness?
The standard tolerances which are applicable to the dimensions of our sample materials: ± 4mm.
For commercial projects, we have custom cutting technologies with tolerances of ± 0,5 mm and a thickness tolerance of ± 10%.
What product dimensions are available?
Limiting to standard products:
You can request a quote on our website.
Larger and custom sizes are available for industrial quantities. Please contact us with your questions.
What is the grade of the materials being used?
Titanium: Grade 1
Nickel: Grade 200
Stainless steel: AISI 316L
Why add platinum to titanium PTLs?
Platinum reduces contact resistance and protects against oxide buildup in acidic PEM environments.
Which coating technology is used for platinum (Pt) coating?
Currently we offer electroplating technology as the only option for platinum coating.
Our R&D team is actively investigating the durability of Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) technology.
Can the titanium PTL be coated with platinum?
Yes, we offer platinum coatings (200 nm nominal thickness) to reduce contact resistance and improve performance.
Does Bekaert offer Nickel foam and/or powder?
Currently we do not offer nickel (Ni) foam or nickel (Ni) powder.
Why is nickel used in AEM electrolysis?
Nickel is corrosion-resistant in alkaline environments and offers excellent conductivity at a lower cost than noble metals.
Can the Titanium products be coated with Platinum (Pt) or Gold (Au)?
We provide protective, double-sided platinum coatings with a standard coating thickness of 200 nm nominal.
Custom coating specifications are available for industrial quantities
More information about our platinum coating on titanium PTL.