FCATS™ G500
The G500 is specially designed to meet the needs of customers testing stacks. It is our flagship FCATS design, with a history of stable and accurate performance. The G500 is a complete testing solution which includes precise gas flow control using mass flow controllers, accurate gas humidification, stack coolant, proprietary pressure control using our patented process, expandable cell voltage monitoring capability and a water-cooled load bank. Reformate simulation and steam humidification are available as an option.
The G500 comes standard with HyWARE II, our proprietary control and automation software.
BENEFITS
Outstanding performance: After surveying our customers, we have developed
the highest performing test stations available:
- Dew point control: +/-2°C
- Gas temperature control: +/-2°C
- Backpressure control: +/-2kPa
- Data acquisition rate: 10Hz
Superior reliability and maintainability: We have achieved superior reliability and maintainability through selection of the most dependable components, reduction in the number of parts, process flow simplification, and improved access to components
- Only the highest quality components have been selected
- All electrical components are positioned for easy access via the front
doors
- Reliability of the I/O has been improved by adopting an industrial
I/O system
- Motors and pumps have electrical connectors allowing easy removal
for serviceability
- Use of sanitary and zero-clearance fittings allows easy removal of
key components for serviceability
- Industrial door design includes mechanical hinge pins for easy removal of doors
Improved productivity: Enhancements have been made to the human machine interface and the stack interface to make using the test station more efficient.
- 19” industrial flat panel monitor selected for easier viewing
- Automated stack enclosure allows safe operation and 180 degree access
to your stack
- Keyboard and mouse are integrated into the test station eliminating
the need for a workbench and helping to conserve your lab space
- Interface provided for stack sensor connections
Upgradeability: The test station has been designed for customization to meet your specific needs.
- Available rack mount space for expansion, including the addition of
a HFR, additional CVM channels, etc. (9U)
- The test station includes spare I/O
- The use of I/O available in 1, 2, 4 and 8 channel modules optimizes the flexibility of our test stations
Safety: Safety is paramount to us. To ensure the protection of your people and facilities, we incorporate several layers of software controlled and hard-wired safety protection. These include:
- H2 detection
- Loss of ventilation sensor
- Automatic N2 purge with flow and pressure decay
- Emergency shutdown
- Over-pressure relief valves
- Integrated fume hood and fuel cell enclosure
- Positive pressure electrical cabinet allows the computer to run continuously during an emergency shutdown, facilitating continual data logging