Specialized reference and counter electrodes allow for controlled, repeatable electrochemical testing for research and development applications.

Dek Research is promoting its electrochemical electrodes portfolio for laboratories, universities and research organizations, with a special focus on Silver Silver Chloride Electrode and Platinum Mesh Electrode solutions, used in electrochemical testing. The company’s electrode portfolio is intended to support researchers in corrosion studies, battery research, electrode reactions, and other electrochemical applications.


Electrochemical studies require careful selection of electrodes as the configuration and composition of the electrodes may influence the accuracy of the measurements and reproducibility of the experiment. One common reference electrode is a silver-silver chloride (Ag/AgCl) electrode. Such an electrode provides a stable potential reference to control and measure the working electrode. Dek Research supplies Ag/AgCl reference electrodes in a number of forms such as glass, PEEK and PTFE rod configurations giving the researcher the opportunity to choose between the different options based on their experimental setup.

The company also provides platinum mesh electrodes for use as auxiliary or counter electrodes. Because of its relative inertness, platinum is commonly used as a counter electrode. The mesh structure provides a large surface area and can be useful in applications involving sheet type working electrodes and photoelectrocatalytic studies. Dek Research offers platinum mesh configurations with or without diagonal reinforcement and in a variety of sizes.

As laboratories expand work in energy storage, corrosion, environmental science, materials development, and electrochemical characterization, it can be important for research institutions in India to have access to electrochemical components that are configured appropriately. India has a wide research ecosystem comprising universities, engineering institutions, industrial laboratories and technology organizations. Some electrochemistry laboratory modifications help researchers to standardize experimental procedures and tailor the equipment to the needs of individual research projects.

Dek Research also sells electrochemical cells, potentiostats, electrode holders and other lab accessories, along with individual electrodes. This larger portfolio enables investigators to view electrodes as part of an integrated experimental system rather than as isolated components. The company says its products are used by universities, corporate research institutions, and chemical, biological, environmental and other scientific organizations around the world.

The distinction between reference and counter electrodes is particularly crucial in the design of a three-electrode electrochemical device. The reference electrode provides a stable reference potential, while the counter electrode closes the electrical circuit and allows current to flow during the experiment. Therefore, the choice of appropriate materials, dimensions and configurations can be an important aspect in establishing a suitable test arrangement.

Dek Research is a professional research and manufacturing company specialized in electrochemical instruments and related accessories. Its product portfolio includes electrochemical three-electrode systems, cells, electrodes, potentiostats, and auxiliary products for scientific research and testing. The company supplies institutions in over 50 countries and specializes in product development, quality control and support for scientific research.


Electrochemical research has produced advances in batteries, fuel cells, corrosion science, new materials and related fields. Properly selected electrodes are still important laboratory components. Dek Research offers a variety of options to meet reference and counter-electrode needs for a variety of experimental set-ups with its Silver Silver Chloride Electrode and Platinum Mesh Electrode products.