Gas-Tight Effluent Container with Electrodes

Date March 18, 2024

Designer Ahmad Jalil

Lab UNBC Northern Analytical Laboratory Services

Contact sparklab@unbc.ca

Objectives & Constraints

Objective: Design and manufacture a specialized container for effluent reactions requiring a gas-tight seal and electrode integration.
Constraints: Must maintain gas-tight seal during reactions. Must allow integration of electrodes without compromising seal integrity.

Materials & Tools

Software: Autodesk Fusion 360
Materials: PLA filament for prototypes, ASA filament for the final product, rubber-based threadlocker for sealing
Equipment: Bambu Lab X1-Carbon 3D printer

Phases of Development

I. Client Consultation

Met with the client to define the design criteria and integration of electrodes and gas-tight sealing requirements.

II. CAD Modelling and Prototyping

System modelling was completed in one week using Autodesk Fusion 360, with iterative reviews and prototype adjustments.
Initial prototypes were printed in PLA and tested for seal integrity using the rubber-based threadlocker.

III. Printing of Final Products

Produced 1 final model using ASA filament, ensuring enhanced durability and chemical resistance.

Skills Developed

Effective client consultation and requirements capture Mastery in 3D CAD design and tolerances Understanding of material properties and sealing techniques Adaptation to printing and sealing challenges

Support & Resources

Dr. Hossein Kazemian
Post Doctoral Aatif Ali Shah
UNBC Northern Analytical Laboratory Services

Product Images

CAD model of the effluent container — CAD model showing the lid and container body

Client Feedback

The project not only met but exceeded our expectations in terms of design precision and robustness. The final models perfectly integrated with our system, showcasing exceptional engineering and design proficiency. The proactive engagement and expertise of the UNBC team were instrumental in the project's success.
— Aatif Ali Shah