Equipment Model

CH Instruments CHI1200C

Description

The CH Instruments CHI1200C is a portable, handheld potentiostat designed for electrochemical analysis and research. It allows for precise control of potential and current, making it suitable for techniques such as cyclic voltammetry, chronoamperometry, and more. This device is used to study redox reactions, electrode kinetics, and the electrochemical behavior of materials and solutions.

Lab

CIF Room No: 3155

Institute

Central Analytical Laboratory

Location

CIF Room No: 3155, FD-III, Pilani Campus Vidya Vihar, Pilani, Rajasthan 333031, India

• Applications

  • Electrochemical Energy Storage: Evaluation of electrode materials for batteries and supercapacitors using cyclic voltammetry.

  • Sensor Development: Characterization and calibration of electrochemical sensors for ions, gases, and biomolecules.

  • Corrosion Studies: Measurement of corrosion rates and protective properties of coatings on metals.

  • Material Science: Analysis of redox behavior and surface reactions on conductive and semiconductive materials.

  • Environmental Monitoring: Detection of pollutants and heavy metals through electrochemical sensing.

  • Electrocatalysis: Study of catalyst efficiency in redox and fuel cell reactions.

• Key Features

  • Compact and lightweight design for portability and field use.

  • Supports a wide range of electrochemical techniques including cyclic voltammetry and chronoamperometry.

  • Precise control and measurement of potential (±10 V) and current (pA to mA range).

  • USB interface for easy data transfer and connection to computer software.

  • Compatible with standard three-electrode cells and various electrode materials.

• Limitations

  • Limited current range and frequency response compared to benchtop potentiostats.

  • Not suitable for high-throughput or multi-channel measurements.

  • Requires external electrode setup and electrolyte solutions.

  • Less ideal for impedance spectroscopy without additional modules.

  • Battery-powered operation may limit session duration during extended fieldwork.