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A cell frame is for use in an electrochemical cell wherein the cell frame includes fluid communicating inserts for providing process water to the electrochemical cell and to transport waste water and product from the cell. The cell frame comprises inserts positioned about the periphery of the frame

A cell frame is for use in an electrochemical cell wherein the cell frame includes fluid communicating inserts for providing process water to the electrochemical cell and to transport waste water and product from the cell. The cell frame comprises inserts positioned about the periphery of the frame to facilitate a uniform fluid field and membrane hydration. The cell frame further comprises a protective plate comprising sealing features and lip extensions to prevent fluid leakage and membrane damage.

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[ What is claimed is:] [16.] A cell assembly for use in an electrochemical cell, comprising:the cell assembly having a cell frame, said cell frame having an interior, an inner edge with an inner thickness, an outer edge with an outer thickness, and a width,a plurality of inlet ports and outlet ports

[ What is claimed is:] [16.] A cell assembly for use in an electrochemical cell, comprising:the cell assembly having a cell frame, said cell frame having an interior, an inner edge with an inner thickness, an outer edge with an outer thickness, and a width,a plurality of inlet ports and outlet ports disposed through said cell frame for moving fluid through the cell, said inlet ports and outlet ports disposed at a relative angular position of about 180.degree. from said center point such that a first fluid flowing from one of said inlet ports to one of said outlet ports, across said interior, flows substantially parallel to said first fluid flowing from another of said inlet ports to another of said outlet ports; andat least one first fluid passageway disposed on a first side of said cell frame between at least one of said inlet port or said outlet port, and said interior, said first fluid passageway establishing fluid communication between said inlet port or said outlet port and said interior.