Electrolytic cell with minimum cathode-anode distance - uses an ion exchange membrane as separator and has inter:electrode gap filled with conductive particles

摘要

The space between the electrodes in an electrolytic cell having an anode and a cathode compartments sepd. by an ion exchange membrane, and a current source, is reduced by providing a static layer of conductive material in particle form between the wals of the cathode compartment and the membrane through which electric current is passed. The membrane contacts the anode on one side and the conductive particles on th eother, the latter exerting a pressure on the anode through the membrane. Electrolysis is effected with improved efficiency and increased energy yield. The cell is suitable for electrolysis of alkali metal halide solns., etc.