Build your FIPT cell

Get necessary items

3D-printed parts:

Print settings: Typically PLA, 250um layer height, 500um nozzle diameter. Note that the models need 90deg turn for printing

Other parts:

  • 3x M5x40mm hex socket bolts
  • 20mm wide Kapton tape
  • >= 20mm wide double sided tape
  • 2-3mm thick EVA foam rubber sheet (from arts and crafts store)

Assemble

  1. Add foam to base and top in the pictures below. The foam parts consists of 3 layers:
    • Double sided tape
    • Foam sheet
    • Kapton tape
  2. Make sure they are 20mm wide and that Kapton covers all foam (such that no electrolyte is absorbed).
  3. Screw two M5 into the base until they are flush at the bottom
  4. Screw one M5 through the middle of the clamp

This is how the final result should look like:

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Warning

The foam parts are necessary to avoid touching of the edges of the crossing electrodes. Please follow the order/orientation of the SOP exactly. Otherwise, shorting and other problems can regularly occur!