Sample Holder
CESH-e (Controlled Environment Sample Holder)
Electrical & electrochemical characterization with high reproducibility
The CESH-e enables the electrical characterization of flat material samples from -40 to 150 °C in controlled atmosphere, ideal for materials research.
Applications
This leak-tight sample holder enables both through-plane and in-plane measurements, making it ideal for testing materials used in battery, fuel cell, and electrolyzer applications such as battery separators, solid electrolytes, polymer membranes, aerogels, as well as dielectric materials for other electrical applications.
- In-plane electrical measurement for anisotropic materials
- Through-plane electrical measurement for characterizing conductivity, diffusion coefficient, permittivity, and more.
Sample compatibility
- Material types: Hard, powdered, pasty and soft materials
- Sample geometry: Flat surface samples
- Thickness range: Down to a few tens of μm, maximum thickness of 4 mm
- Sample diameter: Up to 30 mm
Key capabilities
The CESH-e is made up of two parts: a parallel plate sample holder and a leak-tight anodized chamber.
- Wide temperature range: Operates from -40°C to 150°C for temperature-dependent characterization (when integrated with temperature control units like the ITS-e).
- Controlled atmosphere: Leak-tight chamber (up to 2 bar relative) protects oxygen- and moisture-sensitive samples.
- ASTM compliance: Guarded electrode configuration meets ASTM D150 and ASTM D257 standards for accurate electrical measurements.
- Modular design: Interchangeable electrodes enable both in-plane and through-plane measurements.
- System integration: Use standalone or with temperature control unit/climatic chamber. Compatible with MTZ-35 and potentiostats.
- Constant contact pressure and thickness measurement kit (optional): A thickness measurement kit including a micrometer head with a calibrated ratchet is provided as an option to ensure the accurate measurement of the thickness of the sample (ASTM D374). This also enables reproducible pressure (100 N or 6 N respectively) to study flexible and compressible materials.
Sample holder
CESH-e
- Operating temperature range: – 40 to 150 °C
- Core material: Anodized aluminum
- Dimension: D 79 x H 94 mm (121.90 mm clearance for cables)
- Weight: 900 g
Electrodes (consumable)
- Electrode material: Gold plated copper
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| 10 mm | 097-150/IPSD (standard) | 20 mm diameter | 097-150/TP20 |
| 250 µm | 097-150/IP250 | 1/2″ diameter | 097-150/TP12 |
| 100 µm | 097-150/IP100 | 1/4″ diameter | 097-150/TP06 |
Electrodes can be reused provided the gold plating (<1 µm thin) remains intact without scratches or oxidation spots. While gold plating offers good compatibility with most materials, users should exercise care during use, cleaning, and storage (Chemical stability: avoid strong oxidizing acid for example. Mechanical considerations: prevent scratching by avoiding contact with hard or abrasive materials.)
Applications
This leak-tight sample holder enables both through-plane and in-plane measurements, making it ideal for testing materials used in battery, fuel cell, and electrolyzer applications such as battery separators, solid electrolytes, polymer membranes, aerogels, as well as dielectric materials for other electrical applications.
- In-plane electrical measurement for anisotropic materials
- Through-plane electrical measurement for characterizing conductivity, diffusion coefficient, permittivity, and more.
Sample compatibility
- Material types: Hard, powdered, pasty and soft materials
- Sample geometry: Flat surface samples
- Thickness range: Down to a few tens of μm, maximum thickness of 4 mm
- Sample diameter: Up to 30 mm
Key capabilities
The CESH-e is made up of two parts: a parallel plate sample holder and a leak-tight anodized chamber.
- Wide temperature range: Operates from -40°C to 150°C for temperature-dependent characterization (when integrated with temperature control units like the ITS-e).
- Controlled atmosphere: Leak-tight chamber (up to 2 bar relative) protects oxygen- and moisture-sensitive samples.
- ASTM compliance: Guarded electrode configuration meets ASTM D150 and ASTM D257 standards for accurate electrical measurements.
- Modular design: Interchangeable electrodes enable both in-plane and through-plane measurements.
- System integration: Use standalone or with temperature control unit/climatic chamber. Compatible with MTZ-35 and potentiostats.
- Constant contact pressure and thickness measurement kit (optional): A thickness measurement kit including a micrometer head with a calibrated ratchet is provided as an option to ensure the accurate measurement of the thickness of the sample (ASTM D374). This also enables reproducible pressure (100 N or 6 N respectively) to study flexible and compressible materials.
Sample holder
CESH-e
- Operating temperature range: – 40 to 150 °C
- Core material: Anodized aluminum
- Dimension: D 79 x H 94 mm (121.90 mm clearance for cables)
- Weight: 900 g
Electrodes (consumable)
- Electrode material: Gold plated copper
| | ||
| 10 mm | 097-150/IPSD (standard) | 20 mm diameter | 097-150/TP20 |
| 250 µm | 097-150/IP250 | 1/2″ diameter | 097-150/TP12 |
| 100 µm | 097-150/IP100 | 1/4″ diameter | 097-150/TP06 |
Electrodes can be reused provided the gold plating (<1 µm thin) remains intact without scratches or oxidation spots. While gold plating offers good compatibility with most materials, users should exercise care during use, cleaning, and storage (Chemical stability: avoid strong oxidizing acid for example. Mechanical considerations: prevent scratching by avoiding contact with hard or abrasive materials.)
