Hi,i recently constructed a hofmann apparatus at home out of pvc and had some trouble with it. Basically, once it is set up, i only get gas from one electrode, the other does nothing. H2SO4 is used as the electrolyte, and the is 12 volts at 4 amps being put through it, DC. are there any simple flaws i am over looking as i just want to keep the oxygen and hydrogen separate.The electrodes are both made of copper sheet metal.thanks, your help is greatly appreciated.
Just some quick tips 1. check all of your connections, there may be a loose one somewhere 2. see if you can make the electrodes out of inert electrodes, copper is relatively active, and may effect the process. A good metal to use would be platinum or you could also use a carbon rod
Just some quick tips 1. check all of your connections, there may be a loose one somewhere 2. see if you can make the electrodes out of inert electrodes, copper is relatively active, and may effect the process. A good metal to use would be platinum or you could also use a carbon rod
