uel Cell Trainer

Fuel Cell Trainer

50 W Fuel Cell Training System
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The Heliocentris Fuel Cell Trainer is ideal for »»
teaching basic engineering principles of fuel cell
»»
systems. Realistic and extensive experimental
capabilities and an optimized instruction manual »»
Durable 50 W proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell,
air-cooled, open cathode
Data recording via USB interface
Extensive measuring technology

make it a comprehensive training system for both »» User-friendly LabVIEW based software

teachers and students. »» Optimized and modern instruction material

»» Integrated safety System
»» Suitable for introductory and advanced classes

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Fuel Cell Training System for teaching basic engineering principles

The Fuel Cell Trainer ideally covers the teaching requirements of uni- The system is suitable for use in labs, lectures and
versities and vocational schools, including predefined experiments and demonstrations in diverse fields of study:
an extensive instructional manuals. It enables students and trainees to
»» Mechanical Engineering
examine the design and functionality as well as the scientific principles
behind a fuel cell system. »» Chemical Engineering
The training system is easy to operate by users of all skill levels. The
»» Electrical Engineering
automatic shut-off system ensures complete user safety.
»» Energy Engineering
Learning objectives of the Fuel Cell Trainer include:

»» Structure and functionality of a fuel cell »» Process Engineering

»» Thermodynamic and principles of electricity »» Automotive Engineering
»» How to start-up and operate a fuel cell system
»» Renewable Energy and Environmental Technology
»» The effect of influencing factors on the characteristic curve
of a fuel cell
»» Learning to evaluate stack & system efficiencies, losses
& parasitic loads

System Overview

H2 Storage Module Fuel Cell Module

The metal hydride canister with a two- Includes a 50 W fuel cell, controller, hydro-
stage pressure reducer provides save gen flow sensor, purge valve and an adjust-
hydrogen supply to the 50 W fuel cell. able fan. Five LED displays are included
for monitoring the temperature, current,
voltage, H2 & air supply.

Accessory: Hydrogen Generator HG30

Easy production of high-purity hydro- Electronic Load Module
gen (99.9999 % vol), in order to refill The electronic load allows the user to vary
the metal hydride canisters. the current and examine its effects on the
system. It can be controlled manually or
via the software.

Traffic Light Module DC/DC Converter Module

The Traffic Light Module is a 12 V sample The module converts the unregulated output voltage of the
load with three settings. fuel cell to 12 V DC enabling the autonomous power supply
of a 12 V load. It includes LCD displays for measuring: load,
parasitic losses and available power.

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The LabVIEW based software is designed to facilitate system control,
data acquisition and graphical representation of the collected data.
Key features include:
»» A graphical representation of the physical system, ideal for group
presentations and experiments
»» Extensive data logging and graphing capabilities.
»» Data acquisition: air supply, temperature, voltage, current and
hydrogen supply
»» Plotting of characteristic curves and efficiency curves
»» Fully automated experiments and teacher-driven research possible

Fuel Cell Trainer

»» Fuel cell module »» H² storage module

»» Electronic load module »» Instruction manual with experiment guide in
System overview »» DC/DC converter modul ring binder
»» Traffic light module »» Software + CD
»» Textbook “Fuel Cell Systems Explained”
Includes
Instructional Art. no. 693*

Manuals + Accessories: Hydrogen supply – 15 bar H2 connection kit for supply from 200 bar
Textbook + cylinders
Software
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Model cars,
light systems,
Instruction Material autonomous

System
power supply
Includes a comprehensive instruction manual, experiment guide
(teacher & student) and the popular textbook „Fuel Cell Systems

APPLICATION EXAMPLE
Explained“. It also includes a quick-start guide to make system
set-up a breeze. The Fuel Cell Integration
The experiment guide includes: System is ideal for projects
»» Basic functions of a fuel cell system at universities, institutes and
vocational schools. It can be
»» Characteristic curve of a fuel cell and its influencing factors
used in various application
»» Determination of the hydrogen current curve Includes
projects, such as a small pow-
Software
»» Efficiency of the fuel cell stack er supply or range extender.

Key facts:

1 Geräteübersicht A.2
»» A very stable system that
1 Systemaufbau

Das vorliegende Brennstoffzellensystem besteht aus einzelnen Modulen, wodurch der Ex-
perimentieraufbau je nach Versuchsführung variieren kann.
Eine Übersicht von Verwendung, Aufbau, Bedienung und technischen Daten der einzelnen
is easy to operate
Module erhalten Sie in den folgenden Gerätebeschreibungen. Die Gerätebeschreibungen

»» Easy installation
stellen keine vollständige Beschreibung der Geräte dar. Vor der Inbetriebnahme muss
die jeweilige Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig gelesen werden und die entsprechen-
den Sicherheitsbestimmungen bekannt sein. Im Teil C und D dieser Anleitung werden
verschiedene Experimente beschrieben, in denen je nach Lernziel die verschiedenen Mo-
dule verwendet werden.
Für alle Experimente werden die Experimentierplatte „Brennstoffzelle FC50“, die Experi-
mentierplatte „Elektronische Last EL200“ und eine der Wasserstoffversorgungen benötigt.
Für die anwendungsorientierten Experimente (Versuche 6 bis 9) sind zusätzlich die Expe-
rimentierplatte „Spannungswandler VC100“ und zum Teil die Experimentierplatte „Ampel

»» Software interface
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Experiments

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Only available in combination with a hydrogen connection kit from Heliocentris.

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Technical Data
Fuel Cell Trainer
Dimensions (WxHxD)
Weight
Permissible ambient tempera-
ture during operation
Language versions
Anschlussstandards
Netzanschlussweg
Fuel Cell Module
Rated output
Maximum output
No-load voltage
Current at rated output
Hydrogen consumption at
rated output
Hydrogen purity for operation
Permissible hydrogen pressure 0.4 … 0.8 bar
Electronic Load Module
Maximum continuous
power output
Load voltage
Load current
Mains connection
Dimensions (WxHxD)
DC/DC Converter Module
Input voltage
Output voltage
Max. input current
Dimensions (WxHxD)
Heliocentris Academia GmbH
Rudower Chaussee 29
12489 Berlin, Germany
Tel. + 49 (0) 30 340 601 500
Fax + 49 (0) 30 340 601 599
academia@heliocentris.com
www.heliocentris.com
Fuel Cell Trainer
FuelCellTrainer_EN_1407
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Traffic Light Module
910 x 840 x 460 mm Input voltage 12 V DC
19 kg Power consumption max. 10 W
+5 … +35°C Dimensions (WxHxD) 200 x 297 x 140 mm
H2 Storage Module
German, English
(other languages on request) Storage capacity (at charge 250 sl
pressure of 17 bar)
DIN, CGA or BS
Output 1.7 sl/min
230 V (50 Hz), 115 V (60Hz)
Charge pressure 10 … 17 bar
Charge time ca. 1 h at 20°C and active cooling
40 W
approx. 50 W
9V
8A
Hydrogen Supply
approx. 580 sml/min Solar Hydrogen Trainer
Investigate the entire energy chain – from
min. 4.0 (99.99%) hydrogen production to the storage and
consumption of hydrogen.
Solar Hydrogen Trainer Art. no. 810
100 W
1.2 … 20 V DC
Hydrogen Generator HG30
0 … 10 A
Produce high-purity hydrogen HG30 Art. no. 651
230 V (50 Hz), 115 V (60 Hz)
for the direct operation of the
400 x 297 x 135 mm Accessories
Fuel Cell Trainer or for refilling
HG series input/ Art. no. 1801
the metal hydride canisters.
output board
4.5 … 10 V DC
12 V DC
H2 Connection Kit
10 A
Pressure reducer for 200 bar
200 x 297 x 95 mm
standard compressed gas cyl-
inders for the refilling of
15 bar H2 connection kit Art. no. 631
the metal hydride canister.
Heliocentris Energy Systems Inc.
902 – 610 Granville St.
Vancouver, BC
V6C 3T3 Canada
Tel. + 1 604 684 3546
Fax + 1 604 648 9406
academia@heliocentris.com © Heliocentris Academia GmbH 2014. Subject to modification.
Fuel Cell Trainer