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FCTS-165 Fuel Cell Test Station

165W precision testing with EIS capability.

The FCTS-165 is a complete PEM fuel cell test station for single cells up to 25 cm². Electronic load, SS316 humidifiers, mass flow controllers, EIS impedance analyzer and full data acquisition software — delivered as a single bench-top system. Ships from India with on-site commissioning

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FCTS-165

Specifications

Max. Load Current50 A
Max. Load Power165 W
Voltage Range0.3 - 30 V
Min. Load Resistance6.06 mΩ (H Range)
Current Resolution0.02 mA (L Range)
Current Accuracy±0.2% of set + 0.1% of f.s
Voltage Accuracy±0.1% of set + 0.1% of f.s
Mass Flow — Anode2 SLPM
Mass Flow — Cathode5 SLPM
Back Pressure ControlManual, 0–3 bar
Temperature RangeAmbient to 80°C
Sensor TypeT-Type thermocouples (−185 to 300°C)
HumidifiersDual Sparger (Sintered SS316), 400W heaters
Temperature Accuracy±0.25% of span, ±1 LSD
EIS Analyzer TypeSingle sine, one generator, two gain/phase channels
EIS Frequency Range10 μHz – 1 MHz
Operating Temperature5 to 40°C
Power Source240V AC, 50–60Hz, 6A
EnclosureSingle bench-top enclosure
Size & Weight26″W × 24″D × 35″H, 31 kg
Cell CompatibilityUp to 25 cm² PEM cells
Gas Input Variants2 / 3 / 4 / 5 gas stream configurations

What's included

→Electronic load — 50A, 165W, 0.3–30V
→SS316 humidifiers with 400W heaters and automated water refilling
→Mass flow controllers — Anode 2 SLPM, Cathode 5 SLPM with software control
→Heated and insulated gas delivery lines
→EIS impedance analyzer (10 μHz – 1 MHz)
→H₂ and CO leak sensors with automated controlled shutdown
→Automated N₂ purge system for anode and cathode on shutdown
→Manual backpressure control (0–3 bar)
→Temperature sensors — cell, humidifier, and gas supply outlet (anode & cathode)
→Control and data acquisition software
→Emergency stop switch
→Individual shut-off valves for each gas line

Technical features

EIS Capability Standard

Performs EIS in potentiostatic and galvanostatic control modes over 10 μHz – 1 MHz — no separate instrument required

Multi-Gas Stream Support

Supports 2, 3, 4 or 5 individual gas input streams for precise control over gas purity

SS316 Reactant Gas System

Humidifiers, MFCs, shut-off valves with Swagelok fittings and insulated heated delivery lines

Real-Time Performance Monitoring

Continuous data acquisition in current, voltage or power control modes

Automated Safety Shutdown

Auto shutdown and N₂ purge on under-voltage, over-current, over-temperature, low water, pressure loss or comms failure

Dry or Humidified Gas

Supports both dry gas and humidified gas delivery to anode and cathode independently

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