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Boron Doped Diamond BDD Electrode Solution

Boron-Doped Diamond BDD electrode emerges as an excellent electrode material, fabricated on substrates through innovative chemical vapor deposition(CVD) techniques. Known for its conductive nature and a spectrum of remarkable electrochemical characteristics that redefine properties of electrode materials and suit for versatile applications in various sectors and fields.                In this content, we introduce more details about boron doped diamond electrode range from synthesis & fabrication, major properties, characteristics and specifications, advantages, and applications of boron doped diamond electrode, followed by electrochemical oxidation wastewater treatment solutions and further development.

Boron-Doped Diamond BDD Electrode Synthesis And Fabrication

Schematic diagram of CVD deposition
Mechanism of Chemical Vapor Deposition Process

How To Fabricate Boron Doped Diamond Electrode?

Chemical vapor desposition is a regular method to synthesis of thin films in the semiconductor sectors, we adopt CVD to grow synthesis diamond at first, and then fabricate BDD electrode thin films and plates on substrates, it’s a vacuum deposition method employs boron, carbon gases (methane), hydrogen, wafer as film element, and etc, basic elements are injected into a chamber under vacuum, this chamber will be heated to a reaction temperature to expedites the reaction, which eventually decompose on the surface of the substrates to form the desired deposit (coating) , hot-filament chemical vapor deposition (HFCVD) was introduced to fabricate BDD electrode on large area, we choose silicon and niobium as subtrates to meet different requirements for various applications.

4 Factors That Affect Properities & Performance of BDD Electrode

Boron doping via chemical vapor deposition (CVD ) can significantly improve electrical conductivity of boron-doped diamond electrode, and boron doping level affects its electrical and electrochemical properties, as boron affects the electron transfer rate and structures of the electrode. Low Sp3/Sp2 (Graphite) ratio/carbon impurity escalates the background current and decrease potential window. Surface termination is critical when it comes to pre-treatment to produce H-termination or O-termination electrode, Oxygen-termination BDD electrode is stable, with larger oxygen overpotential, faster electron transfer, lower bacground and capacitiv current, these properties expedite electrogeneration of hydroxyl radicals, these features make it an ideal electrode material for electrolytic water treatment.

Schematic diagram of boron dopeddiamond atom model
Boron Doped Diamond Atom Model Diagram

Explore 3 Major Properties of BDD Electrode

BDD electrode has several properties, make it an ideal electrode material for electrochemical applications as an exceptional material renowned for its conductive nature and a spectrum of remarkable characteristics that redefine electrode and transducer applications. Exploring its unique properties sheds light on its diverse utility in various technological domains. Wide anodic and cathodic potential window, Low background current, Stability in aqueous and non-aqueous media, and High resistance against chemical and electrochemical corrosion.

 

Unparalleled Electrode Potential

Distinguished for possessing the widest electrochemical potential window in aqueous solutions, BDD surpasses conventional electrode materials like gold, platinum, and glassy carbon. This unique trait amplifies its efficacy in electrochemical applications.

 

Enhanced Electrode Stability

BDD exhibits significantly low background and capacitive currents, mitigating fouling concerns prevalent in other electrode materials. Moreover, its mechanical resilience and long-term stability underscore its reliability in diverse operational environments.

 

Superior Electrochemical Efficiency

Moreover, the capabilities of BDD extend to the decomposition and synthesis of a wide range of substances. Thanks to its exceptional chemical stability and durability, BDD electrodes can withstand harsh chemical environments, allowing for precise decomposition and synthesis of various compounds. This has far-reaching implications in industries like pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and materials science, where controlled reactions and transformations are crucial.

Boron Doped Diamond BDD Electrode Specification

General Characterics of BDD Electrode

Substrate: Monocrystalline Silicon (BDD/Mono-Si Electrode) or Polycrystalline Silicon (BDD/Poly-Si Electrode)                                                  Electrode Shape: rectangle,square, mesh, disc, custom                                                                                                                                                    External Size: Custom, specific up to 500*300 mm                                                                                                                                                            Thickness Tolerance: ±0.05mm                                                                                                                                                                                              CVD System: Hot Filament Chemical Vapor Deposition System (HFCVD), designed to fulfill all specific needs of various deposition capacities for lab-scale preparation and mass production.                                                                                                                                            Crystal type: Polycrystalline                                                                                                                                                                                                        Film Thickness: 10-20 um                                                                                                                                                                                                            Grain Size:< 2um                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Film Structure: Micro Crystalline                                                                                                                                                                                          Edges: Laser Cut

boron doped diamond solutions

Evoaeo offer always boron-doped diamond electrode at various sizes and shapes to meet specific requirements for different applications, we supply large size, large area electrode films and plates with silicon and niobium substrates, check the boron-doped diamond electrode size chart below for more details.

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Boron Doped Diamond BDD Electrode Size Chart

Electrochemical Characterization of Boron Doped Diamond BDD Electrode

Boron concentration (typical): 5000-6000 ppm                                                                                                                                                                    Bulk resistivity(Rv): 10-1000mΩ·cm                                                                                                                                                                                        Solvent window: >2.7V                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Oxygen potential(V): ≦2.75                                                                                                                                                                                                        Hydrogen potential(V): ≧-1.2                                                                                                                                                                                                      Potential Window (V): ≦3.85

Mechanical Characterization of Boron Doped Diamond BDD Electrode

Nucleation side fracture stress: 500  MPa                                                                                                                                                                            Growth side fracture stress: 500 MPa                                                                                                                                                                                 Young’s modulus: 450 Gpa                                                                                                                                                                                                      Roughness(Ra): 10 nm

Thermal Characterization Of Boron Doped Diamond BDD Electrode

Thermal conductivity: 800 W/m/K

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Remarkable Advantages of BDD Electrodes Vs Traditional Electrode Materials

The myriad of advantages associated with BDD electrodes enhances their appeal and makes them indispensable in diverse applications. Some noteworthy applications include ozone generation, the synthesis of organic compounds, the conversion of chemicals from CO2, and the electrolysis of water.
These characteristics collectively establish BDD electrodes as cutting-edge materials with immense potential, contributing to advancements in various scientific and industrial domains.

 

Efficiency & Stability

BDD electrodes exhibit exceptionally low background and capacitive currents, contributing to their efficiency in electrochemical processes. The reduced fouling observed in boron doped diamond electrodes, in comparison to other electrode types, enhances their longevity and sustained performance.
Notably, these electrodes demonstrate robust stability in both aqueous and non-aqueous environments, showcasing resilience against extreme potentials, corrosive surroundings, and elevated temperature or pressure conditions.

 

Versatile Applications

In addition to their electrochemical prowess, BDD electrodes possess metallic conductivity, further expanding their utility. Their electromagnetic transparency window is broad, adding an optical dimension to their functionality. This unique combination of properties positions boron doped diamond electrodes as versatile tools with potential applications spanning various fields.
The myriad of advantages associated with boron doped diamond electrodes enhances their appeal and makes them indispensable in diverse applications. Some noteworthy applications include ozone generation, the synthesis of organic compounds, the conversion of chemicals from CO2, and the electrolysis of water.
These characteristics collectively establish boron doped diamond electrodes as cutting-edge materials with immense potential, contributing to advancements in various scientific and industrial domains.

Comparison of BDD and Traditional Electrode:Unmatched Anode Oxidation Efficiency, Stability & Capability

Explore Unparalleled Electrochemical Properties of BDD Electrode Over Traditional Electrode Materials

The electrochemical oxidation reaction of organic matter occurs at the interface between the electrode and solution. The choice of electrode anode material directly impacts the efficiency and selectivity of the organic mineralization process. Consequently, the development of anode materials that can economically and efficiently degrade organic wastewater has been a significant area of research in the field of electrochemical oxidation and wastewater treatment.                                                                                                            The chart below clearly demonstrates that the boron-doped diamond BDD electrode possesses an exceptionally high oxygen evolution potential and the widest electrochemical window. These characteristics make bdd electrode an ideal choice as an anode material for the effective electrochemical oxidation treatment of refractory biodegradable organic wastewater.

Potential Comparison

Current Density Comparison

Superb Wastewater Treatment Efficiency Comparison Between BDD Electrode And Traditional Electrodes

Under identical conditions, BDD electrode exhibits significantly superior efficiency in refractory organic pollutants degradation, and lower energy consumption during the electrochemical oxidation remediation of real effluents, compared to traditional anode materials such as Pt, Iridium Oxide, Pbo2, Titanium and etc.                                                                                                                                              The charts below demonstrate comparison of BDD electrode and specific traditional electode over color removal efficiency (left), COD removal efficiency, and removal percentage, and then energy consumptions:

BDD electrode vs Pt electrode
BDD electrode vs Pt electrode
BDD electrode vs Iridium Oxide electrode
BDD electrode vs DSA electrode
BDD electrode vs PbO2 electrode
BDD electrode vs PbO2 electrode
Why BDD Electrode? Explore More Advantages of BDD Electrode Over Traditional Electrode

Boron Doped Diamond Electrode Adavantage

Applications of Boron Doped Diamond BDD Electrode

We delve into the diverse and innovative applications of boron doped diamond BDD electrode with its unique properties, features and advantages. Applications range of BDD electrode from wastewater treatment to water disinfection, electrochemical analysis, electrochemical surface modification, electrochemical detection.
Explore various applications of boron doped diamond BDD electrode to advancing industries through the fabrication of this exceptional electrode material.

 

Water Disinfection

Water disinfection is a critical application of boron doped diamond electrode as it has higher overpotential for oxygen and hydrogen evolutions, which expedite electrochemical ozone production through water electrolysis.
Ozone is one of the most powerful oxidizing agents, disinfection could be done in an eco-friendly manner as there will be no addition of chemicals, and no harmful chemical left. Evoaeo team have developed BDD Ozone generator, for application in food sanitization, home appliances, and swimming pool & spa disinfection.

 

Electrochemical Analysis

Boron doped diamond BDD electrodes serve as sensitive and selective electrochemical sensors for detecting various analytes such as heavy metals, organic pollutants, and pharmaceutical compounds. Research emphasizes their role in environmental monitoring and medical diagnostics due to their high sensitivity and stability.

 

Electrochemical Surface Modification

Application of boron doped diamond electrodes for surface modification of materials is explored in several studies. This application finds relevance in creating functional surfaces with enhanced properties, impacting diverse industries such as biomedical, aerospace, and electronics.

 

Electrochemical Detection and Treatment of Neurological Disorders

BDD electrodes have shown promise in neuroscience for detecting neurotransmitters and offering potential therapeutic solutions for neurological disorders.

 

Electrochemical Remediation of Soil and Groundwater

Emerging research highlights the potential of boron doped diamond BDD electrodes in remediating soil and groundwater contaminated with various refractory organic pollutants, demonstrating their efficacy in environmental cleanup.

 

Electrochemical Oxidation Water Treatment Application of Boron Doped Diamond BDD Electrode

Boron doped diamond BDD electrodes degrade bio-refractory organic wastewater and complex industrial effluents via advanced electro oxidation treatment processes, with unmatched removing efficiency over bio-refractory organic compounds with no extra chemicals.
At the forefront of advanced oxidation process treatment technology, boron doped diamond electrodes are tackling recalcitrant organic pollutants such as API, BTEX, Phenols and pesticides, or degrading persistent COD, TOC, COD, TAN and troublesome coloration.

Electrochemical Oxidation Water Treatment Application with BDD Electrode

Evoaeo excels in the design, fabrication and manufacturing of BDD electrode customized for electrochemical water treatment challenges.              Our electrochemical water treatment application ranges from tertiary polishing to pre-treatment prior to conventional biological treatment to increase bio-degradability, yes, electrochemical advanced oxidation processes treatment is designed to treat complex wastewater, especially industrial effluents with high level of organic compounds.                                                                                                                                                                                                          Explore all aspects of electrochemical oxidation water treatment via BDD electrode, types of wastewater could be treated, treatment/degradation results, and mechanism of electrochemical oxidation treatment, followed by professional electrochemical oxidation water solutions.

Which Type of Wastewater Can BDD Electrode Treat via Electrochemical Water Treatment?

According to the degradation efficiency, treatability assessments, and analysis of different types of water quality, industrial effluents can be pretreated in the early stage, therefore we can adopt electrochemical oxidation treatment method as pre-treamtnet to reduce toxicity and enhance biodegradability or realize complete mineralization which means directly to the standard by further treatment in the later stage, as tertiary treatment processes, electrochemical advanced oxidation wastewater treatment application of BDD electrode include, but not limited to treat following types of wastewater:

 

Applicable to all kinds of wastewater with strong acid pH approaching 1 or strong base pH=13 (except fluoride ion)

The higher the salt content, the higher the conductivity and the lower the energy consumption

High concentration (concentrated effluents after treatment methods such as membrane, MVR and etc)

Toxic wastewater containing CN-, NaN3, organic sulfur, organophosphorus, and etc

All types of watertreat with contents those are defined as hazardous waste

Increase bio-degradeability to adopt other treatment methods, to meet strict regulations and discharge standard.

Electrochemical Treatment Application of BDD Electrode for Specific Industrial Effluent Wastewater

Wastewater treatment is one of the prominent applications of boron doped diamond BDD electrode.                                                          Leveraging its unique electrochemical properties, BDD electrode could complete mineralize inorganic, organic, bio-refractory molecules thanks to its high overpotentials of hydrogen and oxygen evolution, which eventually increase electrochemical generation of hydroxyl radicals and Ozone, and other oxidizing agents.

It serves as an exceptional choice for electrodes, particularly in electrochemical treatment of industrial effluents. These electrodes can efficiently remove bio-refractory organic contaminants, pathogens, and impurities from water, featuring chemical and mechanical stability, resilience and extended lifespan, making it a pivotal player in enhancing wastewater treatment efficiency, water quality and safety,therefore an ideal choice for various electrochemical oxidation applications.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  At the forefront of this innovative approach lies the extraordinary capability of boron-doped diamond BDD electrodes to produce hydroxyl radicals (OH¯), Ozone, Hydrogen peroxide, and other oxidizing agents, making them the best choice for removing resilient organic pollutants.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   The electrochemical oxidation process can be summarized by the following reactions: BDD +H₂O →BDD(·OH)+ H+  + e-                               BDD electrodes excel in tackling a range of water treatment challenges, such as refractory organic substance remediation, chemical oxygen demand (COD) reduction, total organic carbon (TOC) removal, and the elimination of total ammonia nitrogen (TAN) and total nitrogen from contaminated water sources. But their capabilities don’t stop there.

Check the charts below to find out the removal efficiency of boron doped diamond BDD electrodes for mineralization of refractory organic pollutants in typical industrial effluents, and explore boron doped diamond electrode electrolysis for more details.

Phenols and their derivatives, such as phenol, mainly come from petrochemical enterprises
Phenols and their derivatives, including phenol itself, primarily originate from petrochemical enterprises.
Pharmaceutical intermediates, such as 17β-estradiol, are mainly from pharmaceutical and chemical enterprises
Pharmaceutical intermediates, such as 17β-estradiol, are primarily sourced from pharmaceutical and chemical enterprises.
Dyes and pigments, such as methyl orange, come mainly from printing and dyeing factories
Dyes and pigments, such as methyl orange, come mainly from printing and dyeing factories
Phenols and their derivatives, such as phenol, mainly come from petrochemical enterprises
Electrochemical Oxidation of Petrochemical Wastewater
Surfactants, such as wash water, etc
Electrochemical Advanced Oxidation of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient
Dyes and pigments, such as methyl orange, come mainly from printing and dyeing factories
Electrochemical Removal of Dyes and Pigments from Textile Wastewater

BDD Electrode Could Bring One-Stop Electrochemical Water Treatment Solution To Various Industries

We crafted electrochemical oxidation water treatment solutions to meet specific requirement needs, find out how BDD electrode invloves in wastewater electrolysis and mechanism of electrochemical oxidation treatment, and electrochemical oxidation treatment efficiency.

What is BDD electrode electrolysis? Sustainable advanced oxidation solutions for complex wastewater problems

Water electrolysis via BDD electrode involves electrochemical advanced oxidation process, an electrochemical reaction that employs BDD electrode as the anodic material to generate active oxidizing agents such as hydroxyl radicals on the surface of the anodic electrode.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Hydroxyl radicals is highly active, and it’s one of strongest oxidizing agents people ever known, it could be electrochemically generated on the surface of BDD electrode, this BDD electrode has the greatest oxygen overpotential range amongst all known electrode materials, therefore BDD electrode could increase chances of electrochemical generations of hydroxyl radicals, hydroxyl radicals once generated, will react strongly with most of the organic substances, it demonstrated non-selective mineralize nature toward organic pollutants within previous experiments and field test, this radicals react strongly with most organic substances by hydrogen atom abstraction, and it’s strongly electrophilic, break various types of bonds. Free radicals further react with molecular oxygen to give a peroxy radical, initiating a series of oxidative degradation reactions lead to complete mineralization of organic compounds to oxidation products such as carbon dioxide, water and etc.                                                                                                                   Advanced electrochemical oxidation is a promising technology solutions to tackle the challenges from various industrial effluents, especially toxic, highly concentrated, bio-refractory organic wastewater, explore more information about BDD electrode electrolysis and mechanism of electrochemical wastewater treatment via electrochemical applications of BDD electrode.

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The best anode material

Boron doped diamond BDD electrode has superb high oxygen evolution potential and wider electrochemical window than conventional electrode materials.

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Efficient and Robust

Removes recalcitrant organic pollutants in a timely manner, robust and inert in harsh environment, less chance of foiling, stable performance.

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Eco-friendly & Sustainable

No chemicals need to be added while boron doped diamond electrode electoytic treatment of wastewater. No or few sludge generate.

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Boron Doped Diamond Electrode Electrolysis

Electro Oxidation Treatment Solution of Refractory Industrial Effluent Via BDD Electrode

 

Difficult to biodegrade

Low B/C ratio. DMF, Mercaptothiazoline etc..

 

High Toxicity

Cyanide, Pyridine and Pyrimidine analogues etc.

 

High Salinity

Large amount of Na+, Ca2+ and other dissolved inorganic salts

 

High Concentration

High pollutant content, high chemical oxygen demand (COD)

Still struggling with comlex organic wastewater and industrial effluents? Boron doped diamond BDD electrode is recognized as the best electrode material available for electrochemical treatment of industrial effluents, especially those with huge amount of recalcitrant organic pollutants, high toxic, high salinity, highly concentrated wastestream.

Evoaeo specializes in providing innovative, sustainable, customized industrial wastewater treatment solutions for manufacturers and sectors dealing with bio-refractory organic chemicals in their effluents by adopting cleaner and eco-friendly electochemical waster treatment technology.                                                                                                                                                          Step up to explore more solutions for electrochemical oxidation remediation of real industrial effluents from various industries and sectors, and decomposition of typical organic pollutants from specific industries.

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Frequently Asked Question About BDD Electrode

Evoaeo specializes in fabrication of BDD electrode, design and development of electro oxidation water treatment systems that are based on electrochemical advanced oxidation processes technology.                                                                                                              Check the frequently asked question about boron doped diamond BDD electrodes, feel free to contact our technical support if you have any further questions.

What are the advantages of BDD electrode comparing with traditional electrode material ?

BDD electrode offer several advantages, including:
Wide potential window (Up to +3.5 V vs. SHE)
High chemical stability (resistant to strong acids and bases)
Low background current
Excellent biocompatibility                                                                                                                                                                                               Less Chance of fouling

What is the potential window of BDD electrode?

BDD electrodes demonstrate a 3.0–3.5 V potential window for aqueous solution and 5.0–7.5 V within non-aqueous solution. Boron concentration and surface termination are two of the major parameters affect the electrochemical potential window.

What are the key applications of BDD electrodes in various industries?

Widest potential window and high chemical stability, electrochemical generation efficiency of oxidizing agents.                      BDD electrode on niobium and silicon substrates could be suitable for high efficient electrolytic treatment of industrial effluent treatment with bio-refractory organic compounds.                                                                                                                                                  Even if the effluents are high concentration, high salinity and toxic. What is more, boron-doped diamond electrodes have demonstrated great removing rates over ammonium, and heavy metal ions.

Besides the electrochemical water treatment application which conducted in water treatment industry, there are different electrochemical application of boron-doped diamond electrode: water disinfection, electrochemical synthesis, electrochemical analysis, electrochemical hydrogen generation, surface modification, electrochemical detection and treatment.

What are the advantages of using BDD electrode in wastewater treatment?

BDD electrode has the widest potential window amongst all known electrode materials, which means it could create wider potential window between anode and cathode which lead to higher overpotential for oxygen evolution.                                             The higher hydrogen and oxygen evolution  improving electrochemical generation of oxidizing agents such as hydroxyl radicals, hydroxyl radical is one of most active oxidizing agents. Hydroxyl radicals could efficiently non-selective mineralizing most of the bio-refractory organic pollutants for its high electrochemical oxidation potential.                                                                                              What is more, there is no need to add chemicals during the electrochemical advanced oxidation processes (AOPs).

What is the main reason that boron doped diamond is used as an electrode?

Boron doped diamond BDD electrode is used in electrochemical oxidation processes and other electrochemical applications such as electrochemical cells, electro-oxidation wastewater treatment equipment and water treatment systems because it is efficient, chemically and dimensionally stable, and resistant to oxidation as it’s a non-active electrode material, which makes in excellent as an excellent electrode as it won’t participate within the electro-oxidation.

What types of BDD electrode products do you offer?

We supply various BDD electrode at different shapes, for instance, rectangle, square, mesh, disc, or you can custom your own shape to meet specific requirements for different applications, and there are various sizes available, the largest size is up to 500*300 mm for now, and what is more, there are various types of substrates, feel free to contact our technical support to get a quote now, it’s free.

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