ALKLINE Hydrogen Generator

Overview

Alkaline hydrogen generators produce hydrogen gas through electrolysis, using an alkaline electrolyte solution (typically potassium hydroxide or sodium hydroxide).

Principle

Water is added to the generator.

Electrical energy splits water into hydrogen and oxygen.

Alkaline electrolyte facilitates ion exchange.

Hydrogen gas is collected and stored.

Types

Pressurized Alkaline Hydrogen Generators

Non-Pressurized Alkaline Hydrogen Generators

Portable Alkaline Hydrogen Generators

Applications

Fuel cell systems

Power generation

Industrial processes

Transportation (fueling stations)

Energy storage and backup power

Renewable energy systems

Research and development

Specifications

Hydrogen production: 1-100 Nm³/h

Purity: 99.995%

Pressure: 10-30 bar

Temperature: 50-80°C

Power consumption: 1-50 kW

Features

High-purity hydrogen production

Compact and lightweight design

Low maintenance requirements

Fast startup and shutdown times

Automated control systems

Certifications

ISO 9001 (Quality Management)

ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)

ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)

CE (Conformité Européene)

UL (Underwriters Laboratories)

Benefits

High-purity hydrogen production

Low operating costs

Compact and lightweight design

Fast startup and shutdown times

Reliable and consistent performance

Challenges

Corrosion concerns due to alkaline electrolyte

Limited scalability

Requires electrical energy

May require additional cooling systems

Hydrogen storage and transportation challenges

Comparison to Other Hydrogen Generation Methods

PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) electrolysis

SOEC (Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell) electrolysis

Alkaline electrolysis vs. PEM electrolysis: Alkaline has lower costs, but lower efficiency.