Comparison between primary and secondary current distributions in bipolar electrochemical reactors

Abstract

The primary and secondary current distributions in bipolar electrochemical reactors with recessed electrodes are compared. When the electrolyte of the different reactors of the stack is connected, and thus a leakage current is possible, the secondary current distribution is more pronounced than the primary one for the cases of industrial importance. In the absence of a leakage current the usual behavior of a monopolar system is observed.