The Tech Inc. Electrolyser and Fuel Cell System is an electrochemical testing platform engineered for hydrogen generation research, fuel cell membrane evaluation, and electrochemical separation studies. Designed in Vaughan, Canada and manufactured in Chennai, India, this system combines precision engineering with robust construction for reliable laboratory and pilot-scale performance. Tech Inc. is a Saudi Aramco approved vendor specializing in advanced membrane technology and water treatment equipment.
The Electrolyser and Fuel Cell System is a versatile laboratory platform for hydrogen generation and fuel cell membrane research, enabling researchers to study proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis, alkaline electrolysis, and membrane electrode assembly (MEA) performance.
Key Features
Dual-mode operation supporting both electrolysis and fuel cell testing
Precision DC power supply with voltage and current control
Integrated gas collection and measurement system for hydrogen and oxygen quantification
Temperature-controlled cell housing for performance studies at elevated temperatures
Interchangeable membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs) for comparative testing
Real-time monitoring of cell voltage, current density, and gas production rates
Applications
PEM electrolyser membrane development and characterization
Alkaline water electrolysis catalyst and membrane research
Fuel cell membrane electrode assembly (MEA) performance testing
Hydrogen production efficiency optimization studies
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) measurements
Durability and accelerated stress testing of electrolyser components
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What types of electrolysis can this system support?
A: The system supports both PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) electrolysis and alkaline electrolysis configurations. Different cell hardware and membrane types can be installed to accommodate various electrolysis chemistries and research objectives.
Q: What is the hydrogen production capacity of the lab-scale system?
A: The lab-scale electrolyser produces hydrogen at rates suitable for research characterization, typically in the range needed for catalyst screening, membrane evaluation, and process optimization studies. Production rates depend on cell active area and operating current density.
Q: Can the system be used for both electrolysis and fuel cell testing?
A: Yes, the system is designed for dual-mode operation. By switching between power supply and electronic load configurations, researchers can evaluate membrane performance in both electrolysis (water splitting) and fuel cell (power generation) modes using the same hardware platform.
Q: What membranes are compatible with this system?
A: The system accommodates standard PEM membranes (such as Nafion), alkaline exchange membranes, and custom membrane materials. The interchangeable cell design allows researchers to test different membrane types and thicknesses for comparative performance studies.
Q: What data can be collected during electrolyser testing?
A: Key measurements include cell voltage, current density, hydrogen and oxygen production rates, Faradaic efficiency, energy consumption per unit hydrogen produced, cell impedance, and temperature profiles. The system supports both steady-state and dynamic testing protocols.