Leclanche Cell
Product Code : JA-MI-4869
The Leclanche Cell (SKU JA-MI-4869) is the classic primary cell devised by Georges Leclanche in 1866, used in laboratories to show how a chemical reaction produces an electric current. The Leclanche cell has a zinc anode that gives up electrons by oxidation, a carbon cathode, a manganese dioxide depolariser and an ammonium chloride electrolyte. The listing does not give its construction, so jar, porous pot and size are confirmed on the quotation. It is supplied by JaincoLab for physics and chemistry teaching.
Specifications
The listing gives the chemistry of the cell only; jar material, porous pot, size and terminals are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Leclanche Cell |
| SKU | JA-MI-4869 |
| Anode | Zinc |
| Cathode | Carbon |
| Depolariser | Manganese dioxide |
| Electrolyte | Ammonium chloride solution |
| Construction | Confirmed on the quotation |
Applications of the Leclanche cell
Building and testing a wet cell shows students where the voltage of a dry cell comes from and why a depolariser is needed.
- Primary cells and EMF lessons in physics
- Electrochemistry practicals in chemistry
- Low current source for simple circuits
- History of the dry cell demonstrations
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers the Leclanche cell; chemicals and construction details are confirmed on the quotation. Handling of the electrolyte should follow the safety data supplied with the chemicals. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation for the number of pieces and the delivery destination. Single pieces, class sets and bulk school, college and tender quantities are supplied.
Frequently asked questions
What are the electrodes?
A zinc anode and a carbon cathode, with manganese dioxide as depolariser.
What is the electrolyte?
Ammonium chloride solution.
Where is the construction given?
Jar, porous pot and size are confirmed on the quotation.
Is it a wet or dry cell?
It is listed as a Leclanche cell; the wet or sealed construction is confirmed on the quotation.
Related products
This cell is listed in the JaincoLab measuring instruments range.
Request a quote
To order the Leclanche Cell, send any chemicals needed, quantity and delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected], quoting SKU JA-MI-4869. Tender and project enquiries can be sent through the tenders page.
