Eastman Chemical Company
PHYSICAL VAPOR DEPOSITED ELECTRODE FOR ELECTROCHEMICAL SENSORS

Abstract:

An electrochemical electrode and method for making same that provides enhanced characteristics for use in biosensors, such as blood glucose sensors. The electrode comprises a substrate, a conductive layer deposited on the substrate, and a resistive material layer deposited on the conductive layer. The conductive layer comprises nickel and chromium, and the resistive material layer comprises carbon and a carbon-nitrogen species.