Application Flyer Fuel Cells

Application Flyer Fuel Cells

Application Flyer Fuel Cells

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Overview: The document discusses the importance of sensor-based control in extending the lifespan of hydrogen fuel cell membranes. It highlights the role of temperature, humidity, and conductivity sensors in maintaining optimal operating conditions for fuel cells.
Specifications: iST offers a variety of sensors tailored for fuel cell applications, including capacitive humidity sensors designed to function effectively at high temperatures and humidity levels. Precision platinum thin-film sensors are used for monitoring coolant temperature in low-temperature fuel cells, while continuous conductivity measurement ensures the coolant remains non-conductive.
Applications: The sensors are integrated into various components of the fuel cell system, such as the fuel cell stack, electric traction motor, DC/DC converter, battery pack, and thermal management system. They are crucial for maintaining the inlet humidity supply, managing thermal conditions, and ensuring efficient power conversion and storage.
Customized Solutions: iST provides customized sensor solutions, offering flexibility in design and manufacturing to meet specific application needs. This includes a range of materials and technologies for sensor construction, such as PTFE or PEEK insulation, various wire types, and different substrate materials like alumina, zirconia, and sapphire.
Manufacturing and Testing: The document outlines the processes involved in sensor manufacturing, including material selection, layout design, photolithography, and various testing methods like electrical, optical, and ESD testing. Calibration and metrology are also emphasized to ensure sensor accuracy and reliability.
Conclusion: iST's innovative sensor technology supports the development of efficient and durable hydrogen fuel cells by providing precise control over critical parameters. Their expertise in sensor design and manufacturing enables the creation of tailored solutions that enhance product performance and longevity.
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FUEL CELLS Temperature, humidity and conductivity sensors for hydrogen fuel cells

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iST offers a wide range of sensors based on different technologies suitable for any application. FUEL CELLS Standard or customized Sensor components for fuel cells Temperature sensors A long lifespan of a fuel cell membrane is dependent on accurate sensor based control. Precision platinum thin-fim sensors are ideal for the temperature monitoring of the coolant liquid in a low-temperature fuel cell. iST’s capacitive humidity sensor components are designed for the fuel cell’s operating conditions. They work well at high temperatures and elevated humidity levels, i.e. close to condensation. TEMPERATURE...

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Customized sensor solutions for your application Benefit from an agile co-creation of your next sensor solution. Use our competence at component level and focus on your added value for fast and successful product development - from simple design adaptations to new measuring principles: from concept prototyping to high-volume manufacturing. Electrical testing Material selection Screen printing Optical/AOI testing Process technology Laser trimming Layout & geometry Hot-melt molding Injection molding PTFE or PEEK insulated Cu/Ag, Cu/Ni wire CUSTOMIZED SENSOR SOLUTIONS Flat or round wire Multistranded...

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