Fideris FID-100W Hydrogen-Oxygen Fuel Cell Test System
| Origin | USA |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Type | Authorized Distributor |
| Origin Category | Imported |
| Model | FID-100W |
| Pricing | Available Upon Request |
Overview
The Fideris FID-100W Hydrogen-Oxygen Fuel Cell Test System is a modular, research-grade electrochemical testing platform engineered for precise, repeatable, and scalable evaluation of proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) and related hydrogen–oxygen energy conversion devices. Built upon a validated coulometric and galvanostatic/potentiostatic measurement architecture, the system enables real-time monitoring of voltage, current, power output, polarization curves, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and dynamic load response under controlled thermal, humidification, and gas-flow conditions. Designed for laboratory-scale R&D, catalyst screening, membrane electrode assembly (MEA) qualification, and stack sub-component validation, the FID-100W supports single-cell and short-stack configurations with rated power up to 100 W — fully compliant with ASTM D6866, ISO 14687-2 (hydrogen purity), and IEC 62282-2 test protocols for low-temperature fuel cell performance characterization.
Key Features
- Modular hardware architecture enabling seamless integration of electronic load, gas delivery (H₂/O₂), temperature control, humidification, backpressure regulation, and auxiliary I/O modules
- Low-resistance, four-quadrant electronic load with programmable constant-current, constant-voltage, constant-power, and custom waveform modes
- Ethernet-based communication (TCP/IP) supporting remote operation, multi-instrument synchronization, and integration into centralized lab automation networks
- FCPower software suite with intuitive GUI, scriptable test sequencing via VBScript or Python APIs, and built-in safety interlocks (overvoltage, overtemperature, gas leak detection)
- Configurable gas subsystems supporting ultra-high-purity H₂ (99.999%) and synthetic air or O₂, with mass flow controllers traceable to NIST standards
- Onboard data acquisition at ≥1 kHz sampling rate, with timestamped, metadata-embedded raw files compliant with FAIR data principles
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The FID-100W accommodates standard 5 cm² to 100 cm² active-area MEAs, flow-field plates (serpentine, parallel, interdigitated), and bipolar assemblies. It supports both open-cathode and closed-cathode configurations, as well as anode recirculation loops with water-gas shift monitoring capability. All operational parameters — including stoichiometry (λH₂, λO₂), relative humidity (0–100% RH), cell temperature (25–95°C), and backpressure (0–300 kPag) — are independently controllable and logged with audit-trail integrity. The system meets GLP-compliant data handling requirements per FDA 21 CFR Part 11 when configured with user authentication, electronic signatures, and immutable data archiving. It is routinely deployed in laboratories accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 for fuel cell component certification.
Software & Data Management
FCPower serves as the unified control, visualization, and analysis environment. It provides real-time overlay of polarization, power density, and efficiency curves; automated EIS frequency sweeps (10 mHz–100 kHz); and customizable reporting templates exportable to CSV, HDF5, or MATLAB-compatible formats. Version-controlled software updates are delivered free of charge for the lifetime of the instrument. Data security features include role-based access control, encrypted local storage, and optional integration with LIMS or ELN platforms via RESTful API. Raw datasets include embedded calibration certificates, sensor drift corrections, and environmental metadata (ambient T/RH, barometric pressure) required for ISO 8528-10 uncertainty budgeting.
Applications
- Accelerated stress testing (AST) of PEMFC membranes and catalyst layers per DOE protocol
- Degradation mechanism analysis under cyclic load, start-stop, and fuel starvation conditions
- Humidification optimization studies for membrane conductivity and cathode flooding mitigation
- Thermal management validation across operating points from idle to peak power
- Interfacing with third-party equipment including potentiostats, gas chromatographs, and infrared cameras for multisensor correlation
- Support for alternative fuels (reformed syngas, ammonia-derived H₂) via optional gas conditioning modules
FAQ
Does the FID-100W support automated compliance reporting for ISO 14687 or ASTM D6866?
Yes — FCPower includes preconfigured test sequences and report generators aligned with key clauses of ISO 14687-2 (hydrogen quality) and ASTM D6866 (carbon dating of bio-hydrogen sources), with configurable pass/fail thresholds and traceable calibration logs.
Can the system be upgraded to test stacks larger than 100 W?
Yes — the modular design allows field-installation of higher-capacity electronic load modules (e.g., FID-500W), expanded gas manifolds, and distributed temperature sensors without replacing the core controller or software license.
Is third-party device control limited to specific brands?
No — FCPower supports IEEE 488.2 (GPIB), Modbus TCP, and SCPI over Ethernet, enabling interoperability with instruments from Keysight, NI, Bronkhorst, and Parker Hannifin without proprietary drivers.
What level of technical support is included post-purchase?
Fideris provides complimentary lifetime remote diagnostics, firmware updates, application engineering consultation, and priority response SLA (≤2 business hours for critical issues) — backed by 24 years of continuous fuel cell instrumentation support history.
