Spectroelectrochemical Cells
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Spectroelectrochemical cells bridge the gap between electrochemical measurement and molecular-level understanding. Where electrochemistry answers what is happening electrically, spectroelectrochemistry reveals in-depth knowledge on why it is happening, providing real-time, molecular-level insight at the very interface where reactions occur. These powerful, specialized instruments combine transparent optical windows with precise electrochemical control, enabling simultaneous spectroscopic and electrochemical characterisation of electrode surfaces, interfaces, and electrolytes throughout a live electrochemical experiment.
All cells in this range feature transparent quartz windows for direct laser or light beam access, alongside three-electrode configurations for precise potential and current control. The working, reference, and counter electrodes can be housed in a single chamber, or the reference electrode can be isolated in a separate compartment using an H-cell geometry, reducing cross-contamination and improving measurement accuracy in demanding experiments.
All cells are constructed from chemically inert materials and are compatible with aqueous and non-aqueous electrolytes. They are designed to integrate seamlessly with the Ossila (or any other standard) Potentiostat for complete electrochemical control.
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In-Situ Raman Electrochemical Cell
A compact cell designed for real-time Raman spectroscopic monitoring of chemical and morphological changes at the working electrode surface. Compatible with confocal and surface-enhanced Raman spectrometers as well as infrared microscopes, it is widely used for battery research (lithium-ion and sodium-ion intercalation, SEI formation, cathode structural changes, and electrolyte decomposition), electrocatalysis, and oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) intermediate studies.
Operando Raman Electrochemical Cell
A three-chamber cell built around a gas diffusion electrode (GDE) architecture that replicates real fuel cell and electrolyser operating conditions, enabling true operando Raman measurements rather than simplified in situ approximations. Reactant gases can actively feed through the GDE during measurement, while the quartz window above provides unobstructed Raman access to the electrode surface. Purpose-built for CO₂ reduction (CO2RR), nitrogen reduction (NRR), hydrogen evolution (HER), oxygen reduction (ORR), and fuel cell research where realistic operating conditions and real-time interfacial observation are both essential.
UV-Vis Spectroelectrochemical Cells
Cuvette-format cells optimised for UV-Vis spectroelectrochemistry, supporting transparent working electrodes such as ITO, FTO, and Platinum mesh that allow optical probing directly through the electrode. Particularly suited to electrochromic material characterization, oxidation-state and bandgap tracking, charge-transfer kinetics, and solution-phase redox studies of organic and organometallic systems.
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In-situ Raman Electrochemical Cell Assembly
Learn how to assemble the in-situ rama electrochemical cell with an easy-to-follow video and step-by-step instructions.
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Troubleshooting Cyclic Voltammetry and Voltammograms
Cyclic voltammetry is a powerful and versatile electrochemical technique. With modern potentiostats and software packages, the method is relatively straight-forward to perform. Despite this apparent simplicity, there are still a number of things that can go wrong, particularly when setting up the electrochemical cell.
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In-Situ Raman Spectroscopy
In-situ Raman spectroscopy is a non-invasive technique which combines electrochemistry and Raman spectroscopy. This technique can probe interactions, product formation and other processes that occur at electrode interfaces in real time.
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Cyclic Voltammetry Basics, Setup, and Applications
Cyclic voltammetry is an electrochemical technique for measuring the current response of a redox active solution to a linearly cycled potential sweep between two or more set values.
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What is an Electrochemical Cell?
An electrochemical cell is defined as a device that generates electrical energy from chemical reactions or uses electrical energy to drive chemical reactions. The simplest possible electrochemical cell consists of two connected electrodes in an electrolyte solution.
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Our standard spectroelectrochemical cells are compatible with the Ossila USB Spectrometer, cuvette holder, and USB light sources. When getting set up for spectro-electrochemical investigations, choose the Ossila USB Spectrometer Kit which includes the essential components at an affordable price.
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