titanium anodes for industrial hydrogen electrolysis systems
Strong corrosion resistance
Long service life
Dimensionally stable
High current efficiency
High-Efficiency MMO-Coated Titanium Anodes for Hydrogen Electrolysis Systems
Professional MMO-coated titanium anodes suitable for industrial hydrogen electrolysis applications. Our titanium anodes feature high electrocatalytic activity, low oxygen evolution overpotential, strong corrosion resistance, and long service life, making them suitable for PEM electrolyzers, alkaline water electrolysis systems, and seawater hydrogen production projects.
Baoji Shenao Metal Materials Co., Ltd. specializes in the research, development, production, and manufacturing of industrial MMO titanium anodes and electrochemical electrode materials. We provide customized titanium anode solutions for global hydrogen energy projects, chlor-alkali plants, electroplating systems, and industrial electrolysis equipment.
MMO Titanium Anode Technical Specifications
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Titanium Grade |
ASTM B265 Grade 1 |
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Coating Type |
Iridium-Tantalum Oxide |
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Current Density |
500–10000 A/m² |
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Coating Thickness |
5–15 μm |
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Service Life |
3–10 Years |
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Operating Temperature |
≤85°C |
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Electrolyte |
KOH, NaOH, Deionized Water |
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Shape |
Mesh / Plate / Tube / Rod |
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Custom Design |
Available |
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Advantages of Titanium Anodes in Hydrogen Electrolysis
1. Low Energy Consumption
The MMO coating reduces the oxygen evolution overpotential, lowering the total cell voltage required during electrolysis.
Low Power Consumption
High Hydrogen Production Efficiency
Low Operating Costs
Electricity costs account for a large portion of hydrogen production costs; improving electrode efficiency reduces long-term costs.
2. Corrosion Resistance
The titanium substrate is resistant to corrosion in alkaline and corrosive electrochemical environments.
Stable Operation
Degradation of Energy Consumption
Extended Electrode Life
Long Service Life
Our titanium anodes are designed for continuous industrial operation, including:
Reduced Replacement Frequency
Reduced Maintenance Costs
Increased Plant Uptime
3. High Current Density Capability
Performance is not degraded under high current density conditions.
Applications:
Large-scale hydrogen production plants
Industrial electrolyzers
Renewable energy hydrogen production projects
Applications of Titanium Anodes in Hydrogen Production
1. Alkaline water electrolysis helps to:
Improve oxygen evolution efficiency
Reduce operating voltage
Extend equipment lifespan
2. PEM hydrogen production systems offer:
High conductivity
Durability
Stable catalytic activity
3. Renewable energy hydrogen production projects:
Green hydrogen production
Energy storage projects
Carbon reduction initiatives
4. Industrial gas production for:
Hydrogen
Oxygen
Industrial process gases
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Electrochemical Performance of MMO Titanium Anodes
MMO coatings enhance electrochemical catalytic performance during water electrolysis.
Characteristics include:
Low oxygen evolution overpotential
High electrocatalytic activity
Stable oxygen evolution reaction performance
Uniform current distribution
Coating adhesion
Resistant to acid and alkali corrosion
Reduced electrode polarization
Increased hydrogen yield
Reduced energy consumption and maintenance frequency in industrial electrolysis systems.
Product Manufacturing Process
1. Titanium Substrate Surface Treatment
High-purity ASTM Grade 1 or 2 titanium requires the following treatments:
Sandblasting, pickling, surface roughening, and ultrasonic cleaning.
These treatments improve coating adhesion and uniformity.
2. MMO Noble Metal Coating
Advanced pyrolysis coating technology is used to coat the following catalytic coatings:
RuO₂, IrO₂, Ta₂O₅, and Pt.
Multiple coating cycles ensure:
Uniform coating thickness, high catalytic activity, strong metallurgical bond, and stable electrochemical performance.
3. High-Temperature Sintering
Controlled high-temperature sintering improves:
Coating stability, corrosion resistance, metallurgical bond strength, and long-term operational durability.
4. Quality Inspection
Each titanium anode undergoes rigorous quality inspection, including:
Coating thickness testing, current density testing, electrochemical activity testing, surface adhesion testing, accelerated life simulation testing, and dimensional tolerance testing.
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Why Choose Our Titanium Anodes
1. Lower Energy Consumption
Reduce electrolysis power consumption by optimizing oxygen evolution efficiency.
2. Longer Electrode Lifetime
Stable MMO coating minimizes coating loss and reduces replacement frequency.
3. Customized Electrolysis Solutions
Custom coating formulations and dimensions for different electrolyzer systems.
4. Industrial Manufacturing Experience
Our titanium anodes are exported to:
Hydrogen Energy Projects
Chlor-alkali Industry
Electrochemical Engineering Projects
Wastewater Treatment Systems
Electroplating Industry
Case Study – Alkaline Hydrogen Production Project
Customer Requirement
Large-scale alkaline electrolysis hydrogen production system.
Challenges
High power consumption
Short electrode lifespan
Frequent shutdown maintenance
Our Solution
Customized Ru-Ir MMO coated titanium mesh anodes.
Results
12% lower energy consumption
35% longer electrode life
Improved hydrogen generation stability
Our Patents and Honors
FAQ – Titanium Anode for Electrolytic Hydrogen Production
What is the difference between Ru-Ir and Ir-Ta coatings?
Ru-Ir coatings are commonly used for alkaline electrolysis systems because of their excellent catalytic activity and lower cost. Ir-Ta coatings provide better stability in acidic PEM electrolysis environments.
Can MMO titanium anodes be used in seawater electrolysis?
Yes. Special chloride-resistant MMO coatings can operate in seawater electrolysis systems with high corrosion resistance and stable oxygen evolution performance.
What shapes of titanium anodes are available?
We provide mesh, plate, tube, rod, wire and expanded metal titanium anodes according to customer electrolyzer designs.
Do you provide OEM titanium anode manufacturing?
Yes. We support OEM and customized titanium electrode production based on drawings or technical requirements.
How to choose coating type for hydrogen electrolysis?
The coating selection depends on electrolyte type, current density, operating temperature and electrolyzer structure.
Custom Titanium Anode Manufacturing Service
We provide customized MMO titanium anode manufacturing services according to customer drawings and electrolysis system requirements.
Custom options include:
- Mesh titanium anodes
- Plate titanium electrodes
- Tubular titanium anodes
- Expanded metal anodes
- Multi-layer coating systems
Customized parameters:
- Current density
- Coating formulation
- Electrode dimensions
- Electrolyte type
- Operating temperature
OEM and bulk industrial orders are supported.
Quality Control for MMO Titanium Anodes
Each hydrogen electrolysis titanium anode undergoes strict quality inspection before delivery.
Coating thickness inspection
Electrochemical activity testing
Accelerated lifetime testing
Current efficiency testing
Surface adhesion inspection
Dimensional tolerance inspection
Request Technical Support & Quotation
Looking for high-performance titanium anodes for hydrogen electrolysis systems?
Send us:
Electrolyzer type
Current density
Electrolyte composition
Operating temperature
Dimension requirements
Our engineering team will provide customized titanium anode solutions and quotations within 24 hours.
Email: zh@baojiti.com.cn
WhatsApp: +86-13636825659
China's professional titanium anode manufacturer
Baoji Shenao Metal Materials Co., Ltd. specializes in the production of industrial MMO titanium anodes, dimensionally stabilized anodes (DSA), ruthenium-iridium coated titanium electrodes, and electrochemical electrode materials.
Our products are widely used in: hydrogen energy industry, water electrolysis systems, electroplating production lines, chlor-alkali plants, electrochemical wastewater treatment, and renewable energy hydrogen production projects. We are committed to providing high-performance titanium anode solutions for the global electrochemical industry.
