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Features
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Fuel cell-based generator
PEM type (polymer electrolyte membrane)
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Easy to use
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High standard of safety due to explosion protection integrated into the device
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High degree of efficiency
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Quiet, low-maintenance operation
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Interface for data communication
General
Functionality and
device concept
The energy cell generates electrical
energy from hydrogen and oxygen in the
surrounding air according to the fuel cell
principle. The electrochemical unit in the
device consists of several individual cells
connected in series. A digital control unit
supplies it with hydrogen and air in the
appropriate ratio and maintains the
operating temperature.
When used correctly, hydrogen is a safe
source of energy. The energy cell has a
range of safety features that comply with
all applicable standards. The explosion
protection requirements are covered by
precautionary measures integrated into
the device to the extent that no further
explosion protection measures are re-
quired at the installation location.
Fig. 1 Energy cell
Water is the only combustion product of the energy cell, which means that it does not
produce any pollutants. Another advantage of the cell is that it is quiet and requires
practically no maintenance. In contrast to conventional generators, the energy cell
electrochemically converts the chemically-bound energy of the hydrogen directly into
electrical power. The hydrogen consumption is therefore very low.
Hydrogen is an ideal energy source that effectively stores solar energy over the long
term and makes it available 24/7, 365 days a year. This means, for example, that a
mains-independent photovoltaic system no longer has to be designed to take account
of peak winter requirements. In this way, the energy cell can be used as the basis for
setting up a cost-optimised and reliable stand-alone supply.
In view of the dwindling energy resources and the need for environmentally-friendly
energy sourcing, the energy cell sets the bar for energy efficiency and zero emissions.
Benefits
