Key Features

• Advanced PEM Fuel Cell technology trainer
• Designed for renewable energy and hydrogen energy education
• Modular and flexible experimental platform
• Safe and easy-to-operate system
• Complete with connecting cables and experiment manuals
• Includes software for data acquisition and processing
• Suitable for technical training institutes, universities, and research laboratories
• Real-time monitoring and measurement system
• Industrial-quality training equipment
• Compact laboratory design with high educational value

Training Objectives

The trainer is specifically designed to help learners understand both basic and advanced concepts of fuel cell systems and hydrogen energy technologies. It enables practical experimentation and performance analysis of fuel cell operations.

Students can perform the following experiments:

• Familiarization with the fuel cell trainer system
• Performance analysis of the PEM Fuel Cell with fixed loads
• Study of PEM Fuel Cell operation without DC/DC converter
• Performance evaluation with DC/DC converter
• Recording current-voltage characteristic curves
• Variable load performance testing
• Energy efficiency calculation of the PEM Fuel Cell
• Load behavior analysis using lamps and rheostat
• Data acquisition and system monitoring experiments

Technical Specifications

PEM Fuel Cell Module

• 100W PEM Fuel Cell
• Output performance: 14V at 7.2A
• Hydrogen consumption: 1.4 l/min
• Integrated electronic controller

Storage System

• 300 Nl aluminum hydrogen storage canister

DC/DC Converter

• Output: 12V, 8A

Load Module

• 12V, 20W halogen lamp
• LED lamp: 12V, 3 × 1W

Variable Rheostat

• Adjustable logarithmic rheostat
• Resistance range: 1.5 Ohm to 17 Ohm
• Power rating: 100W
• Maximum current: 8A

Instrumentation Module

• 4 multifunction meters
• 4 LCD displays
• Real-time electrical parameter monitoring

Additional Components

• Battery module
• Connecting cables
• Experiment manuals
• Data acquisition software

Educational Benefits

The trainer provides a highly interactive learning experience for students studying:

• Renewable Energy Engineering
• Hydrogen Energy Systems
• Fuel Cell Technology
• Electrical Engineering
• Power Electronics
• Mechatronics
• Energy Conversion Systems
• Sustainable Energy Technologies

It helps learners gain practical knowledge about:

• Fuel cell efficiency
• Hydrogen energy conversion
• Voltage-current characteristics
• Electrical load management
• Power conversion systems
• Clean energy technologies

Hydrogen Generator (Optional – DL HYGEN)

DL HYGEN Hydrogen Generator is available as an optional accessory for filling the hydrogen storage canister.

Hydrogen Generator Highlights

• Produces pure Hydrogen using water electrolysis
• Oxygen generated as by-product
• Uses solid polymer electrolyte technology
• No free acids or alkaline chemicals required
• High purity hydrogen output: 99.9999%
• Safe laboratory operation
• LCD graphical display system
• Microprocessor-controlled operation

Technical Specifications of Hydrogen Generator

• Hydrogen flow rate: 0–100 cc/min
• Maximum outlet pressure: 11 bar (160 psi)
• Power consumption: 130W
• Input voltage: 100–240V / 50–60Hz
• Pressure accuracy: 0.1 bar
• Noise level: 46 dB(A)
• Protection index: IP2x
• Operating temperature: 15°C to 40°C

Smart Control Features

The generator allows users to configure:

• Clock settings
• Low pressure settings
• Pressure rise and drop delay
• Auto-start function
• Alarm and beeper settings
• Pressure and temperature units
• Keyboard lock
• Default system values

It also supports:

• Internal leak tests
• External leak tests
• Flow tests
• Complete system diagnostics

Advantages of the System

• Real industrial fuel cell learning experience
• Practical understanding of hydrogen technologies
• Enhances laboratory-based education
• Supports modern clean energy curriculum
• Reliable and durable construction
• Easy maintenance and operation
• Ideal for engineering and technical education

Applications

This trainer is suitable for:

• Engineering universities
• Polytechnic institutes
• Technical training centers
• Renewable energy laboratories
• Research and development facilities
• Industrial training programs

Physical Specifications

• Average training hours: 8 hours
• Approximate dimensions: 1.21 × 0.62 × 0.82 m
• Net weight: 35 kg