Automated Measurement of Hydrogen Peroxide
Author Information
Author(s): Philippe Westbroek, Edward Temmerman, Paul Kiekens, Filip Govaert
Primary Institution: University of Gent
Hypothesis
An automated sensor system can accurately measure hydrogen peroxide concentrations in industrial applications.
Conclusion
The sensor system can measure hydrogen peroxide concentrations with high precision and accuracy over a wide range of conditions.
Supporting Evidence
- The sensor system can measure hydrogen peroxide concentrations from 0 to 70 g/l with errors less than 1%.
- It is stable for at least two months after calibration.
- The system is easy to install and handle, making it suitable for industrial applications.
Takeaway
This study shows a new tool that can quickly and accurately check how much hydrogen peroxide is in a solution, which is important for making products like bleach.
Methodology
The study describes an amperometric sensor system that measures hydrogen peroxide concentration using a three-electrode setup and flow injection analysis.
Limitations
The sensor requires a pH higher than 10.5 for accurate measurements without additional adjustments.
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