Zimmer and Peacock’s 501 carbon electrode is an excellent screen printed electrode (SPE) for those performing academic research. In the adjacent button we are linking to the 501 carbon SPE whose circular design helps with testing and functionalization, but it is the electrode repeatability that separates these electrodes.
We have also included a video showing how ZP’s electrodes provide a platform for translating academic science into products.
1. Consistent Quality and Reproducibility
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High manufacturing standards ensure low variability between batches, which is critical for reproducible experimental results.
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Academics value reproducibility for publishing and comparing results—ZP’s electrodes help ensure that data from repeated experiments remains consistent.
2. Electrochemical Performance
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Low background current, wide potential window, and stable baseline make them ideal for a variety of electrochemical techniques like CV, DPV, and amperometry.
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ZP carbon inks are optimized for conductivity and surface uniformity, which supports reliable electron transfer.
3. Surface Modifiability
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ZP carbon SPEs are compatible with a wide range of surface functionalization protocols, such as:
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Enzyme immobilization
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Nanoparticle decoration
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Chemical coupling of recognition elements (e.g., aptamers, antibodies)
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4. Wide Range of Configurations
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ZP offers customizable electrode designs (e.g., 2- or 3-electrode systems, different geometries and materials), allowing alignment with specific research needs.
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Academics working on novel biosensors or electrochemical devices benefit from this flexibility.
5. Support and Documentation
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ZP provides strong technical support, including application notes, protocols, and even consulting, which is invaluable for researchers entering the field.
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Their responsiveness helps students and researchers troubleshoot and advance faster.
6. Integration with Portable Systems
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ZP SPEs are designed to work well with portable potentiostats and wearable platforms, making them ideal for research into point-of-care diagnostics, environmental sensing, and real-time monitoring.
