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Device setup /// ElectraSyn 2.0 Explication of symbols ON / OFF switch (standby) Display Rotating knob (chose values / start-stop) Power socket "Menu" button Contact thermometer jack "Cyclic Voltammetry" button Micro USB interface Threaded hole for vertical rod "Back" button Single vial holder "Graph"...
/// Display 05 04 Display Set speed Operation mode (constant voltage / constant current) Actual / set voltage (depending on selected operating mode) USB connection with PC Actual / set current All operation elements locked (depending on selected operating mode) USB-stick pluged into USB interface Charge activated Connection with PC established...
Safety instructions /// Explication of warning symbols Indicates an (extremely) hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death, serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can result in death, serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can result in injury.
Safety instructions /// General information › Read the operating manual in its entirety before using the device and follow the safety instructions. › Keep the operating manual in a place where it can be accessed by everyone. › Ensure that only trained staff work with the device. ›...
/// Permissible medium / contaminants / side reactions Warning! ( ) Beware of hazards due to: › flammable materials › glass breakage › incorrect container size › overfilling of media › unsafe condition of container Danger! ( Only process media that will not react dangerously to the extra energy produced through processing.
Reduce the stirring speed, if › the medium splashes out of the vessel because the speed is too high. › the device is not running smoothly. › the container moves on the stirring plate. › an error occurs. /// Accessories ›...
› The device can only be disconnected from the power supply by pulling out the power plug or the connector plug. /// Protecting your device › This device should only be disassembled by qualified IKA personnel. › Protect the device and accessories from bumps and impacts. › Keep base plate clean.
/// Your ElectraSyn package Unpack the device carefully. Any damage should immediately be reported to the carrier (mail, rail or freight forwarding company). SCOPE OF DELIVERY IKA stir plate ElectraSyn 2.0 base unit Single vial holder Set of electrodes and single vial...
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PREPARE VIAL Insert electrodes into lid Put IKA FLON into vial Attach lid to vial Place vial on plate (connection) PLUG Start-up...
Setting up a reaction /// Basic guide Turn on ElectraSyn 2.0 Select "new experiment" Choose experiment type (constant voltage or constant current) Indicate if a reference electrode will be used (note: if no reference electrode will be used, the voltage displayed will be the potential difference between the working and counter electrode) Set the voltage / current desired (note: if unsure of the voltage / current assist mode can be used to approximate reaction conditions)
Smart Assist /// Take the guesswork out of Electrochemistry The Smart Assist feature on the ElectraSyn 2.0 is designed to guide a new user through the steps of setting up an electrochemical reaction. In addition, more experienced users may find this feature useful to determine appropriate current levels when running a reaction for the first time.
Cyclic Voltammetry /// Scope of delivery Ag wire 3 mm diameter glassy Platinum reference electrode carbon disc electrode plate electrode (working electrode) /// Reference Electrode (RE) The reference electrode is delivered in “dry” form. One of the most common types of electrolyte for this electrode is aqueous 3 M KCl. However, different solutions of interest could be used as electrolyte as well.
/// Working Electrode (WE) The working electrode contains a glassy carbon disc which is 3 mm in diame- ter. This surface will accumulate debris from its use in different reactions. To ensure efficacy, it is recommended to re-polish it with high grit sand paper (above 1200 grit).
/// CV setup ASSEMBLE REFERENCE ELECTRODE AND CV CELL Remove Ag wire and electrode head from glass tube. Fill tube to halfway point with electrolyte solution* Insert Ag wire and electrode head into glass tube, the rubber seal should fit snugly Place assembled reference electrode in a tube containing the electrolyte solution and let stand until glass frit is saturated...
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RUNNING A CV EXPERIMENT Turn on ElectraSyn 2.0 Select "new experiment" Select "Cyclic Volatametry" (Note: the CV experiment can alternatively be acces- sed by pressing the "CV" button Select "start" to begin CV experiment using default settings. The CV graph screen will be displayed and a blue line will move across the top of the screen indicating the ElectraSyn 2.0 is collenting data.
Technical data /// ElectraSyn 2.0 in detail Technical data ElectraSyn 2.0 Potentiostat Nominal voltage 48 VDC Max. power input 36 W Power input standby Voltage output (electrode) 30 / 10 V Current output (electrode) 100 mA Motor rating output Speed range 50 - 1500 rpm Setting accuracy speed 10 rpm...
According to IKA’s terms and conditions this product carries a lifetime warranty. For warranty claims, please contact your local IKA office. You can also send your device directly to IKA, including the invoice and explaining your claim. Please note that you will be responsible for the shipping costs.
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