Communication—Anodization of Aluminum in Phosphoric Acid Containing Glycerol at 30 °C

Abstract

Aluminum was anodized in a phosphoric acid solution containing glycerol. Anodization in high concentration and high temperature electrolytes typically faces challenges due to the chemical dissolution of the anodic film. However, we found that the maximum attainable film thickness could be doubled by incorporating glycerol into the electrolyte. This enhancement was more effective under conditions of high concentration and temperature than in environments with lower concentrations and temperatures.