Filtration Fuel Cells for CO₂-neutral mobility
Ion exchanger Blue.iox
Ensures a rapid reduction of the initial ion concentration in the coolant circuit
During the operation of a fuel cell, ions are introduced into the Coolant. These result from the ageing products of the Coolant itself or from components in the cooling circuit. Effective filtration is therefore necessary to ensure the safe operation of the fuel cell. The innovative Ion exchanger Blue.iox from Hengst offers a particularly high level of protection with minimal maintenance. The unique design of the filter cartridge with axial filter flow and the special mixed-bed resin system for cation and anion exchange ensure high filtration efficiency over the entire service interval. The ion concentration in the coolant circuit is thus reduced very quickly.
Modular system offers solutions for all applications
Hengst offers various sizes in its modular program and thus addresses the requirements of smaller systems as well as fuel cell systems for heavy-duty, stationary and maritime applications. In addition to standard solutions, Hengst's core competence lies in system integration, which is also used to develop customized ion exchanger concepts. In addition, the Blue.iox from Hengst is designed for easy handling: A screw cap allows the filter cartridge to be changed cleanly without special tools, while integrated shut-off valves prevent Coolant from escaping.
Benefits
Ion exchanger Blue.iox – Your customer benefits at a glance:
Filter cartridges can be replaced without special tools
Clean filter change and no leakage of Coolant
Simple adaptation thanks to modular design for different capacities (400meq, 800meq, 1500meq)
Minimal differential pressure due to optimally matched resin filling
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The Ion exchanger Blue.iox ensures safe and efficient operation by minimizing the electrical conductivity of the cooling medium.
Details
Blue.iox guarantees safe operation of fuel cells by reducing the ion concentration in the coolant circuit
In fuel cells, there is a possible electrical connection between the bipolar plates of the fuel cell stack and grounded neighboring components via the Coolant. For this reason, ionic components in the coolant circuit are problematic, as they lead to an increase in conductivity. This can result in electrical short-circuit effects and power losses. Over the lifetime of a fuel cell, different levels of ions can enter the coolant circuit.
The Hengst Ion exchanger Blue.iox ensures a rapid reduction of the ion concentration in the coolant circuit and thus safe operation of the fuel cell. Thanks to its modular concept, it can be easily integrated into all fuel cell applications from "small to large". The innovative design with axial flow concept in the filter cartridge ensures a consistently high filtration performance over the entire service interval.
In addition, the Hengst Ion exchanger Blue.iox is designed for easy handling and low TCO: A screw cap allows the filter cartridge to be changed cleanly using standard tools, while the integrated shut-off valves ensure that no Coolant escapes during servicing. With the Ion exchanger Blue.iox, Hengst thus offers a key component for the further spread of fuel cell systems in the mobility and energy generation sectors.
The innovative design of the resin system in the Blue.iox filter cartridge ensures consistently high filtration performance over the entire service interval. All materials used exhibit good ageing behavior and have been selected for compatibility with the Coolant.
