Revolutionizing Fuel Cell Testing with HORIBA's C05-LT 100W PEM Benchtop Station
Key Ideas
- HORIBA introduces the C05-LT 100W PEM benchtop fuel cell test station to enhance research and innovation in the fuel cell testing landscape.
- The new system offers exceptional repeatability, precision, and accuracy with easy accessibility, compact size, and cost-efficiency.
- Features of the C05-LT include precise temperature, pressure, and flow control, code-free software, and robust testing performance for up to 100W single-cell fuel cells and stacks.
- The C05-LT is designed to support various research applications such as performance testing, durability studies, catalyst development, and system optimization in the hydrogen market.
HORIBA, a prominent global player in analytical and measurement technology, has unveiled the C05-LT 100W PEM benchtop fuel cell test station in Northampton, UK. This new entry-level addition to HORIBA's fuel cell test stations aims to revolutionize the PEM fuel cell testing landscape by providing researchers with best-in-class performance and accessibility. The C05-LT is designed to offer exceptional repeatability, precision, and accuracy while maintaining ease of use, compact size, and cost-efficiency. It features advanced testing capabilities such as precise temperature, pressure, and flow control, enabling researchers to conduct single-cell fuel cell and stack tests up to 100W. The system comes with code-free plug-and-play software for seamless testing and configuration. The C05-LT includes key features like manual back-pressure regulation, humidifier water level sensing, and nitrogen crossover capability, ensuring market-leading test accuracy and repeatability. The system also prioritizes user safety and convenience with independent safety controls and automatic purging for stable testing operations. Richard Carter, HORIBA UK's Chief Commercial Officer, highlights the system's development to cater specifically to university researchers and engineers, offering a cost-effective and user-friendly solution to support accelerated research and development. The C05-LT is backed by HORIBA's global service network to provide comprehensive support wherever it is located. This new fuel cell test station is set to enhance various research applications in the hydrogen market, including performance testing, durability studies, catalyst development, system optimization, and electrochemical characterization.