Thin Layer Quartz Glass Spectroelectrochemical Cell

Thin-Layer Quartz Glass Spectroelectrochemical Cell

  200 µL Optical Thin-Layer · UV–Vis Compatible

Product Overview

The FrankLab Thin-Layer Quartz Glass Spectroelectrochemical Cell (K003 Series) is a micro-volume, optically transparent electrochemical cell designed for in-situ spectroelectrochemical measurements.
Built entirely from high-purity fused quartz, this cell enables simultaneous electrochemical control and optical (UV–Vis) detection within an ultra-thin electrolyte layer, delivering high temporal resolution and exceptional signal sensitivity.

With a working volume of ~200 µL and a precisely machined thin-layer optical gap, the  cell is ideal for mechanistic studies of redox processes, reaction intermediates, and fast electrochemical kinetics under controlled potentials.

Two configurations are available to suit different experimental workflows.

Product Versions

1) Pt Mesh Type

(Platinum Mesh Working Electrode Configuration)

•Integrated Pt mesh working electrode positioned in the optical path

•Pt wire counter electrode

•Ag/AgCl reference electrode

•Optimized for uniform current distribution and high optical transmission

✔ Best choice for spectroelectrochemical kinetics, redox mechanism studies, and homogeneous systems

2)  Electrode Holder Type

(Replaceable Working Electrode Holder Configuration)

•Replaceable working electrode clamp/holder

•Supports Pt, Au, GC plates or custom thin electrodes

•Pt wire counter electrode

•Micro Ag/AgCl reference electrode

✔ Best choice for material screening, electrode comparison, and surface-sensitive studies

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Cell model	Spectroelectrochemical Cell
Effective volume	~200 µL
Cell material	Optical-grade fused quartz
Optical window	Full quartz body (UV–Vis compatible)
Thin-layer gap	0.5mm~2 mm (customizable)
Optical path depth	~10 mm (customizable)
Internal window size	10 × 10 mm (customizable)
External dimensions	12 × 12 × 45 mm
Electrode system	Three-electrode
Reference electrode	Ag/AgCl (included)
Counter electrode	Pt wire
Working electrode	Pt mesh  / Replaceable holder
Sealing system	PTFE cap + O-rings
Temperature range	Depends on optical setup and electrolyte

Key Features

•True Thin-Layer Spectroelectrochemistry

The precisely defined thin electrolyte layer minimizes diffusion length, enabling:

•Rapid electrochemical–optical response

•Clear detection of short-lived intermediates

•High signal-to-noise ratios

• Full Quartz Optical Path

Constructed entirely from fused quartz:

•Excellent UV–Vis transparency

•No background absorption

•Suitable for photo- and spectroelectrochemistry

• Integrated Three-Electrode Design

Simultaneous electrochemical control and optical monitoring with:

•Stable reference potential

•Reliable current response

•Reproducible spectra–potential correlation

• Micro-Volume Efficiency

Only ~200 µL electrolyte required:

•Ideal for expensive reagents

•Enables fast solution exchange

•Reduces waste and contamination risk

• Two Experimental Modes

•Pt mesh mode for uniform electrolysis and optical homogeneity

•Electrode holder mode for rapid material comparison and custom electrodes

Typical Applications

•UV–Vis spectroelectrochemistry

•Redox mechanism and intermediate analysis

•Electrocatalyst electronic structure studies

•Fast electron-transfer kinetics

•Photo-electrochemical coupling experiments

•Academic research and method development

Package Contents (Standard)

Pt Mesh Type:

•Quartz spectroelectrochemical cell body ×1

•PTFE sealing cap ×1

•Platinum mesh working electrode ×1

•Platinum wire counter electrode ×1

•Ag/AgCl reference electrode ×1

•O-ring set

K003-02 (Electrode Holder Type):

•Quartz spectroelectrochemical cell body ×1

•PTFE sealing cap ×1

•Working electrode holder ×1

•Platinum wire counter electrode ×1

•Micro Ag/AgCl reference electrode ×1

•O-ring set

Customization Options

Available upon request:

•Custom thin-layer gap (spacing & geometry)

•Alternative reference electrodes

•Customized working electrode shapes

•Modified optical window dimensions

•Integration with external optical holders or fiber optics

Recommended For

Researchers conducting high-precision spectroelectrochemical experiments who require:

•Optical clarity

•Electrochemical accuracy

•Minimal sample consumption

•Modular electrode configurations 

For Custom Orders or Inquiries

If you have custom requirements or any additional questions, feel free to contact us:

Email: support@franklab.shop

Why Choose FrankLab?

FrankLab electrochemical cells are designed by electrochemists, for electrochemists. Our focus is on:

•Clean geometry

•Chemical reliability

•Experimental reproducibility

•Compatibility with real research workflows

Used by universities, national labs, and industrial R&D teams worldwide.