Description: **Scale shown in photos. Please review all photos for condition. As is, for parts or repair. Will be packed for safe Transit.** Ah, you're interested in the Pile de Grenet, also known as the Grenet cell! This is a fascinating piece of history in the world of batteries. Here's what you should know about it: Invention: Invented in 1856 by Eugne Grenet, a French chemist. Type: It's a primary cell (non-rechargeable) and an early example of a "wet cell" battery. Chemistry: It uses a zinc anode and two carbon cathodes in an electrolyte solution of sulfuric acid and potassium dichromate. This chemical reaction produces electricity. Design: Recognizable by its distinctive bottle-shaped glass jar. The zinc anode could be raised out of the electrolyte when the battery wasn't in use to prevent unnecessary wear. Voltage: Each cell produced around 2 volts. Applications: Popular in the late 19th century for powering things like telegraphs, laboratory equipment, and early medical devices. Why it was significant: High power: For its time, the Pile de Grenet offered a relatively high output of power. Practicality: The design that allowed the zinc anode to be withdrawn helped to prolong its life. However, it also had limitations: Toxic: Potassium dichromate is a toxic chemical. Short lifespan: The chemical reaction produced byproducts that eventually reduced its efficiency. The Pile de Grenet, while obsolete today, played a role in the development of battery technology and provides a glimpse into the history of electricity.
Price: 229 USD
Location: Lakeland, Florida
End Time: 2024-11-06T19:38:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930
