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For electrolysis to take place, the cell need to be filled with electrolyte.
This next step is to prepare the solution that will function as electrolyte.
We use distilled water mixed as solvent with KOH as solute (common name for Potassium Hydroxide).
It is important to use distilled water, because tap water contain unwanted materials that stay on the plates and reduce efficiency.
Potassium Hydroxide a.k.a. KOH is a “strong base”. This mean you need to be very careful and not let this material to touch skin and eyes. If some got on you accidentally, wash it off right away with a lot of water. Use Vinegar to offset the effect on your skin in a bad case. Work with gloves and goggles to prevent this.
Start with filling the filter with distilled water up to the marked line. Insert
the cup into the body, but don’t twist it. Connect in series an Ampere-
The reason to use car’s battery instead of generic 12Volt power source is the fact that different cars contain different capacity batteries. You need to make electrolyte adjustment specially for your car.
Finally spill the electrolyte to container for later use and advance to the next stage.
Part name |
Quanti ty |
Where to get |
Notes |
Body with bubbler |
1 |
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Cup with air inlet |
1 |
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Distilled water |
2 liter |
Fuel station |
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KOH(Potassium Hydroxide) |
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TBD |
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Your car’s battery |
1 |
Inside your car :) |
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Ampere- |
1 |
Multi- |
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Goggles |
1 |
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