TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

THERMAL

Optimized for Modern AWE Temperatures 45°C Max Operating

IONZERA is rated for continuous operation up to 45°C, covering the actual operating conditions of modern alkaline electrolysers. Within this range, the PSU-TiO₂-GO nanocomposite maintains full mechanical, chemical, and electrochemical performance.

IONZERA SPEC

45°C

THERMAL

45°C

IONZERA

Up to 45°C

AWE-optimized range

Zirfon

Up to 110°C

Operating Temperature in Alkaline Electrolysis

The operating temperature of an alkaline electrolyser affects multiple parameters: electrolyte conductivity, reaction kinetics, material degradation rates, and gas solubility. Most modern AWE systems operate between 30–80°C, with the majority of commercial installations running in the 40–60°C range.

IONZERA is rated for continuous operation up to 45°C. While Zirfon PERL UTP 500 is rated to 110°C, this higher limit reflects its origins in legacy high-temperature electrolysis designs. For the vast majority of modern AWE installations, IONZERA's 45°C rating covers the actual operating conditions.

Optimized for Modern AWE, Not Legacy Systems

The trend in modern alkaline electrolysis is toward lower operating temperatures for several reasons:

Lower temperatures reduce material degradation and extend component lifetimes
Modern catalysts and membranes like IONZERA achieve excellent performance without the need for elevated temperatures
Lower temperatures simplify balance-of-plant design (less thermal management needed)
Reduced parasitic energy losses from heat generation and cooling

Thermal Stability of PSU-TiO₂-GO Nanocomposite

Within its rated temperature range, IONZERA's PSU-TiO₂-GO nanocomposite exhibits excellent thermal stability. Polysulfone has a glass transition temperature well above 45°C, ensuring no softening or dimensional change. TiO₂ and GO are thermally stable inorganic materials unaffected by temperatures in this range. The membrane maintains its mechanical properties, pore structure, and electrochemical performance throughout the rated operating envelope.

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