Introduction: The fuel cell module incorporates a unique plate stack assembly with a highly intricate optimized internal fuel path geometry and specialized membrane and is mounted in a reinforced plastic panel with a transparent window that clearly shows the main components. The educational unit is designed to allow the estimation of the exothermic heat generated in the stack as power is generated and water formed, and in addition to this, the instrumentation allows the key energy performance indicators e.g. power output, fuel consumption, efficiency, oxidant excess (air) etc. to be determined for the unit.

Specifications: Main metallic elements made of stainless steel.Diagram in the front panel with distribution of the elements similar to the real one.20 L reactor vessel with a tubular membrane inside.Lid for the reactor with a manual valve and the respective holes.Heating or cooling coil.Thermostatic bath (up to 60 ºC ), 6 l capacity, 600 W.Pump for hot water circulation of the thermostatic bath.Air compressor, range: 0 – 5 l/min.Diffusion plate for the air inlet.Air flow meter, range: 0.4 – 5 l/min.Peristaltic pump, range: 0 – 0.05 l/min. Water flow meter, range: 0.004 – 0.05 l/min.Membrane, muds separation.Overflow for the outlet of filtered water.Valve on the bottom for mud extraction.Temperature, pH and dissolved oxygen meter to monitor the digestion.Control panel, including: Switch for pump for the hot water circulation. Switch for peristaltic pump. Switch for air compressor.Main switch.