HYDROGEN PROGRAM
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Hydrogenics HomeFueler

Overview

NFCRC is evaluating the operation of a Hydrogenics HomeFueler prototype.  The HomeFueler concept combines a small-scale hydrogen generator and compressor with a hydrogen storage and dispensing system that could be located at a residence to support the operation of 1-2 hydrogen powered automobiles.  Availability of such a hydrogen fueling system could potentially encourage the introduction of fuel cell vehicles before big investments are made in large fueling stations.

Key features include:

• Vandenborre IMET® water electrolyzer
• 2 kg H₂ per day production capacity
• 12-13 kg H₂ storage capacity
• 5,000 psig (350 bar) filling pressure
• Single phase AC power and potable water are the only utility requirements

HomeFueler installation at NFCRC

HomeFueler testing and evaluation at NFCRC

Graduate student Shane Stephens-Romero discusses the HomeFueler
with Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Steve Johnson

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