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Mar. 09, 2026
In the chlor-alkali industry and electrochemical equipment, nickel-ruthenium plated mesh scrap mainly originates from specific electrolytic units. This type of waste has high recycling value due to its precious metal content.
Chlor-alkali Industry Electrolytic Cells (Core Source)
The most typical application of nickel-ruthenium plated mesh is in ion-exchange membrane electrolytic cells in chlor-alkali production. This process produces caustic soda, chlorine, and hydrogen by electrolyzing saturated brine. Its core component is the dimensionally stable anode (DSA), which is an electrode with a titanium mesh substrate coated with ruthenium-based oxides (such as RuO₂). Although the standard DSA is "ruthenium-plated titanium mesh," in some modified or composite coating designs, nickel is introduced to improve conductivity or reduce overpotential, forming a nickel-ruthenium composite coating. When these anodes are scrapped after 3–5 years due to coating deactivation and mesh corrosion, they become nickel-ruthenium plated mesh waste.
Seawater Desalination and Water Treatment Systems: In electrodialysis (ED) and electrodeionization (EDI) equipment, some manufacturers use modified DSA anodes to improve their resistance to fouling. Nickel-doped ruthenium-coated titanium meshes are chosen for their stability in high chloride ion environments. Electrodes replaced during equipment maintenance or upgrades constitute a source of waste.
Electrochemical Synthesis and Organic Electrolysis Devices: Some fine chemical plants use nickel-ruthenium-plated meshes as catalytic electrodes in the electro-oxidation or electro-reduction reactions of organic matter. Although these devices are relatively small-scale, the harsh process conditions (such as strong acids and high temperatures) lead to rapid electrode wear, resulting in periodic replacement and waste.
Laboratory and Pilot-Scale Equipment: Universities and research institutions often develop novel composite coated electrodes, including nickel-ruthenium systems, in cutting-edge research such as fuel cells and water electrolysis for hydrogen production. Small electrode meshes discarded after experiments can also be classified as this type of waste, but the total amount is limited.
In summary, while nickel-plated ruthenium mesh waste is not widespread, it does exist in chlor-alkali plants, seawater desalination plants, and special electrochemical equipment, especially in devices employing composite coating technology, making it valuable for targeted recycling.
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