Anode

About the Anode

An anode is an electrode that conducts conventional current into a polarised electrical device. The direction of the current is opposite to that of the electron flow: electrons pass through the anode to the external circuit.
In a device that consumes current, the anode is the positively charged electrode. Such devices include diodes, electrolytic cells employed for hydrogen production and secondary battery cells during battery charging.
In a device that generates current, the anode serves as the negative terminal, given that the electron flow is reversed. Such devices include electrolytic cells for hydrogen production, vacuum tubes, cathode ray tubes, oscilloscopes and primary battery cells.
Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) manufactures and supplies various anodes, including platinum-plated titanium anodes, platinum-plated niobium anodes and platinum-plated niobium net anodes.

Main Features of the Anodes:

Electrochemical Reactions: Anodes are electrodes at which oxidation reactions occur in electrochemical processes. They are deployed in energy conversion and storage systems.

Corrosion Protection: Sacrificial anodes are used to protect metal structures from corrosion by undergoing controlled oxidation, thereby safeguarding critical infrastructure.

Galvanotechnics: Anodes are used in galvanising processes where metal ions are deposited on surfaces. This process improves the appearance, conductivity and durability of products.

Energy Storage: Anodes play a key role in batteries and fuel cells. They facilitate the flow of electrons and ions that enable energy storage and conversion.

Electrolysis: Anodes are a vital component in electrolytic processes, such as water electrolysis, where water molecules are split into hydrogen and oxygen gases to produce environmentally friendly energy.

Anode Applications:

Corrosion Protection: Sacrificial anodes protect pipelines, ships, offshore structures and underwater equipment by corroding in a controlled manner.

Galvanisation: Anodes are employed in galvanic plating processes to deposit metal layers on substrates, thereby enhancing appearance, conductivity and resistance.

Batteries and Fuel Cells: Anodes support energy storage and conversion in batteries, fuel cells and supercapacitors, supplying energy to various devices and systems.

Electrolysis: Anodes perform a critical function in electrolytic processes used for metal extraction, water splitting and chemical production in industries such as metallurgy and chemistry.

Anode Quality Assurance:

Our anode products are sourced from suppliers that meet established quality criteria. Each product undergoes strict quality control to comply with industry standards.