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Gas Diffusion Barrier (GDB)

GDB material is a thin, perforated structure made from a continuous matrix of expanded natural graphite
with superior:

  • Electrical conductivity
  • Thermal conductivity
  • Corrosion resistance

GDB material can be engineered to provide the liquid and vapor permeability characteristics that are required to achieve an optimum balance of oxidant and product.

Used as a

  • Standalone component
  • In conjunction with a gas diffusion layer to passively regulate the balance of incoming air and
    product water
  • Enables a method of operation that reduces or eliminates the need for actively controlled, external balance of plant systems
  • Enables simplified flow field plate designs