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The optimization of parameters controlling the fabrication of zinc electrodes, by the slurry paste method, has been carried out. The parameters varied were active material composition, applied compression and electrode thickness. The optimum values obtained by a factorial experimental programme were: a zinc material that contains 2–4 wt% HgO, 0·5–2% PVA, and 94–97·5% ZnO; a compression of 500–1500 psi applied to the zinc electrode; and an electrode thickness of 0·265-0·35 mm.
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Poa, S.P., Lee, S.J. Experimental optimization of alkaline zinc-silver oxide primary cell with respect to the zinc electrode preparation and composition. J Appl Electrochem 9, 307–313 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01112484
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