摘要 |
Methods for providing a metal surface structure and treatment process to prevent the corrosion (e.g., high electrochemical potential oxidization and hydrogen embrittlement) of a metallic component used in electrolyzer operational conditions. The oxide surface scale of a metal plate is used to prevent the corrosion, and electrical conductive materials such as e.g., precious metals or carbon are used to provide the surface electrical conductance of the metallic components. The methods advantageously produce, at a low cost, metal components for electrolyzers that need high electrical conductance and corrosion resistance for long term operation. |