BICHLOR delivers superior electrolyser efficiency
Our state-of-the-art bipolar membrane electrolyser technology is installed in over 35 countries around the world, delivering significant energy savings and long-lasting performance over a lifetime of chlor-alkali production.
BICHLOR represents a significant step forward in electrolyser design and construction, featuring a modular approach that streamlines maintenance and minimises plant downtime. Each discrete module – consisting of anode, membrane and cathode – can be removed independently, maintained in workshop-controlled conditions, and replaced without affecting the installation’s operation.
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Benefits
- Very low power consumption of 1962* kWhr/te NaOH @ 6 kA/m2 delivers significant energy savings
- Class leading output of 52,000 metric TPA NaOH per electrolyser**
- Robust, safe construction with superior strength and resistance to damage and distortion
- Largest effective working area of 3.4m2 per module means fewer modules are required per tonne of NaOH
- Support from our global network of expert, specialist teams
* Expected value @ 385mbarg, 90°C and 32wt% NaOH, subject to coating selection
**Based on 350 days operation and 7kA/m2
Features
- ‘Zero gap technology’ delivers full use of the membrane area and extends the membrane’s life
- With the widest operational pressure range, all operator requirements can be met
- Single or double-pack installations enable planning for future expansion
- Modular design enables pre-installation pressure testing, simpler and safer maintenance, and offline preparation for rapid electrolyser turnaround
- Fully wetted membrane design and external header helps protect against explosions and membrane damage
- Open mesh cathode structure reduces localised heating and concentration high spots that can cause membrane damage
- Advanced module sealing reduces the risk of leakage and corrosion
- Proprietary, long-life electrode coatings contribute to reduced power consumption and enhanced electrolyser performance
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Technical Specification
BICHLOR electrolysers out-perform the closest alternative technology on a range of key technical dimensions.
| BICHLOR | Closest alternative technology performance | |
|---|---|---|
|
Active unit area, m2 |
3.4 |
2.7 - 3.27 |
|
Pressure range, mbarg |
0 – 400 |
0 - 400 |
|
Cathode coating life, years |
8 |
8 |
|
Anode coating life, years |
8 – 12 |
8 – 10 |
|
Max current density, kA/m2 |
7 |
7 |
|
Expected life of units, years |
30+ |
20 |
|
In-Pan recoating; |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Access to electrode pool |
Yes |
Sometimes |
|
Pan wall thickness, mm |
1 |
0.8 |