Journal of The Electrochemical Society · 1956 · 27 citations · 0 references
Natural SciencesChemical EngineeringChemistryElectrochemistryOrganic ChemistryReaction EngineeringElectrochemical SynthesisOrganic SynthesisAnodic SynthesisCritical Current DensityCurrent DensityKolbe Electrolysis
Kolbe electrosynthesis with acetate has been studied in a variety of solvents using 60‐cycle AC. Results were qualitatively similar to those obtained with DC. With AC, however, yields of ethane were 30–40% lower and the critical current density was considerably higher. Ethylene glycol, , and glacial HOAc were the best of those solvents studied. in glacial HOAc provides an excellent medium for ethane production. Quantitative data on the effect of current density, temperature, and added reagents is presented.