Use Nafion™ membranes to produce clean fuels for the future
The high efficiency and zero emissions of hydrogen fuel cells reduce greenhouse gas emissions in many applications. In a fuel cell, hydrogen produces only water, electricity and heat. The generated energy can be used to supply power for vehicles, remote facilities and industrial complexes.
Moreover, hydrogen can be used as a storage medium for excess energy generated during peak periods. This allows renewable solar and wind energy to be used more efficiently by balancing energy production and consumption.
The growing need for clean energy has led to a greater focus on hydrogen production. While hydrogen production methods are varied, using ion-exchange membranes in electrochemical cells is an environmentally friendly way to produce large amounts of hydrogen without producing carbon dioxide. This type of application also improves the environmental benefits of using renewable energy to generate electricity.
Electrolysis of the Nafion™ membrane is used
Nafion™ membranes provide excellent separation performance of hydrogen and oxygen over a wide range of pressures and temperatures during the hydrolysis process. The process is essentially a fuel cell running in reverse by using electricity and water to produce hydrogen and oxygen.
Nafion™ membranes ensure that the hydrogen production process remains highly output with minimal interference.
Key characteristics of Nafion™ membranes for hydrogen production include:
Operate at high current density and low voltage;
Operate over a wide temperature range;
Only water is needed in the electrolyte (no harmful corrosive chemicals);
Performed well even under harsh conditions;
Extremely high strength and durability.