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Off-grid power for domestic security

Off-grid power for domestic security

Off-grid power for domestic security

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document outlines the application of SFC fuel cells in security settings, highlighting their reliability, silent operation, and suitability for off-grid power in both static and mobile surveillance systems. These fuel cells are particularly advantageous for covert operations and environments lacking mains power.
Key Features of SFC Fuel Cells:
  • Provide reliable, quiet, and eco-friendly power for extended periods without user intervention.
  • Utilize Direct Methanol Fuel Cell (DMFC) technology, efficiently converting methanol directly into electricity.
  • Can be integrated into vehicles for covert operations, minimizing detection risk due to low sound and heat signatures.
Applications:
  • Employed by police and military organizations globally, including the German Bundeswehr and NATO member states.
  • Suitable for mobile and static surveillance, data gathering, and securing critical infrastructures.
  • Can be used as a hybrid solution with solar power systems to ensure 100% availability.
Product Variants and Specifications:
  • EFOY Pro Fuel Cells: Available in various models (e.g., EFOY Pro 800, 2400) with different power outputs and configurations.
  • EFOY ProCube and EnergyBox: Mobile, maintenance-free solutions for off-grid power, suitable for extreme temperatures and hybridization with solar power.
  • JENNY and EMILY Fuel Cells: Portable solutions for special forces, offering significant weight reduction and flexibility in energy supply.
Advantages:
  • Reduced operating costs and emissions compared to traditional generators.
  • Long autonomy and minimal maintenance requirements.
  • Can be deployed in concealed or vandalism-proof locations.
Technical Data:
  • Fuel cells operate within a temperature range of -20°C to +50°C, with specific models designed for more extreme conditions.
  • Nominal consumption is 0.9 l/kWh, ensuring efficient fuel use.
Conclusion: SFC fuel cells offer a versatile and reliable power solution for security and defense applications, providing significant operational advantages in terms of autonomy, environmental impact, and logistical efficiency.
Overview of EFOY Tank Cartridges: The document also discusses EFOY tank cartridges and related products, designed for high energy density and covert operations. These cartridges are available in various sizes and are used with the JENNY and EMILY ND Terra product range for concealed power supplies.
Specifications:
  • Tank Cartridges: Available in 5, 10, 28, and 60 liters, with special sizes of 0.35 and 2.5 liters. High energy density allows for significant energy storage in a compact form.
  • EFOY GO!: A mobile power solution with lithium-ion technology, featuring a battery capacity of 20 Ah at 12 V, multiple power outputs, and the ability to charge via various sources.
Advantages:
  • Covert Operations: Designed for undercover use with no noise or heat signature, making them ideal for security and surveillance systems.
  • High Energy Density: A 10-liter cartridge provides 11.1 kWh of energy, equivalent to 280 kg of lead-gel batteries.
  • Safety and Logistics: Cartridges are safety-tested, air freight-compatible, and supported by a global logistics network.
Applications:
  • Suitable for safeguarding crime scenes, illuminating traffic accidents, and providing power to various devices simultaneously.
  • Can be combined with EFOY Pro for enhanced functionality.
Technical Data:
  • Fuel Cartridges: M5, M10, M28, MT60 with varying capacities and autonomy ranging from 11 to 138 days at 20 W continuous use.
  • EFOY GO!: Features multiple output options including 230 V AC, 12 V DC, and USB outputs, with a compact and lightweight design.
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Off-grid power for domestic security Reliable energy supply for undercover operations Reduction in operating costs Long autonomy Long deployment Security applications - whether they be static or mobile surveillance in vehicles - require an independent, reliable and ideally noise-free power supply. Semi-static and static surveillance systems also need to be able to operate uninterrupted in places where there is no mains connection. In security vehicles, the power supply to electrical consumers also needs to be ensured for long periods while the vehicle's engine is switched off. Idle running for battery charging purposes need to be avoided in order to increase the flexibility of the deployment vehicles and in order to avoid drawing attention during undercover op- erations. For both scenarios, a small, compact source of energy with little to no signature is needed. SFC fuel cells offer considerable advantages when it comes to supplying power to mobile and static security applications. They deliver off-grid power reliably, quietly and in an eco-friendly manner for weeks on end without any intervention on the part of the user, and if necessary in concealed or vandalism-proof locations. Numerous blue light and defence organisations worldwide are already relying on power from SFC fuel cells.

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Confirmed product maturity: more than 35,000 EFOY fuel cells in use “Our fuel cells have been used successfully on the market for over 10 years. In the security and defence sector in particular, the product characteristics offer significant advantages that our customers around the world really appreciate. Police organisations in many countries use our fuel cell products regularly, and have come to really value their safety, quality and reliability. In 2010, our military products and tank cartridges were approved for use by the German Bundeswehr and have since also been used successfully by many...

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EFOY Pro for vehicle-based applications For surveillance missions and covert operations, SFC Energy supplies fuel cells for vehicle integration. These systems provide a reliable power supply to electronic devices in emergency, command and multi-purpose vehicles, prolong the operation period and minimise the risk of being detected based on the sound and heat signature. SFC fuel cells are available both as industrial devices for official use but also as ruggedised versions for military use. EFOY Pro fuel cells EFOY Pro fuel cells, with their compact design, deliver a lot of energy from the smallest...

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Max. output* Min. output* Nominal voltage Weight Connectable tank cartridges (with DCS 1) Dimensions L x W x H Nominal consumption Operating temperature 0.9 l/kWh (0.24 gallons/kWh) -20 °C to +50 °C (-4°F to +122°F) Other temperature ranges can be met with customer specific EFOY Pro energy solutions * The nominal power decreases with the number of hours of operation. Information valid within the warranty period. EFOY Pro energy solutions for undercover operations SFC Energy's fully integrated energy solutions are available in different performance categories and can be customised to meet the...

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Power for safeguarding critical infrastructures Rail track monitoring and construction site security are just two of many areas of application in which energy solutions involving EFOY Pro fuel cells are already successfully being used. They provide a round-the-clock, reliable power supply for the surveillance of critical infrastructures. Sample calculation: Power requirement: 60 W Energy requirement: 1440 Wh/day EFOY ProCube, including a connected M28 tank cartridge, as well as accumulators. Using this energy solution allows autonomy of up to three weeks. Autonomous energy supply separately from...

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Examples of use Since the number of charging devices can now be reduced to one (SFC Power Manager 3G), the amount of storage space available to the user increases. The SFC Power Manager 3G is being used by the US Air Force, the German Bundeswehr and many other defence organisations. The portable JENNY 1200 fuel cells with a nominal power of 50 Watt is based on the multi-award-winning DMFC technology from SFC Energy for defence and security applications. It offers twice as much power than the JENNY 600S (25 Watt), which has already been launched and bears a stock number (NSN/VN), and which is...

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Energy solutions for undercover operations When covert semi-static and static surveillance systems are used at locations without a mains power connection, there are major demands of the power supply's autonomy. SFC offers power supplies for the static and covert supply of power to surveillance applications and law enforcement authorities. SFC fuel cells reliably supply power for weeks without a mains connection or the need for user intervention - silently, covertly, safe from vandalism and even in a format that can be buried. JENNY ND Terra and EMILY ND Terra The JENNY and EMILY ND Terra product...

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Extremely high energy density - low weight At just 8.4 kg, a 10-litre EFOY tank cartridge boasts an energy content of 11.1 kWh. To deliver the same amount of energy, around 280 kg of lead-gel batteries would be needed. Safety-tested and air freight-compatible EFOY tank cartridges have been designed to satisfy the strictest safety requirements and have UN approval for transport by sea, road or air. Fuel cartridges Contents Weight nominal capacity Size L x W x H Autonomy @ 20 W cont. EFOY GO! - Mobile power with lithium ion technology The EFOY GO is more than just a battery. With an integrated...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.