Validated performance capability for your fuel cell technology
High-precision test stands for PEM and DMFC fuel cells – in low and high temperature ranges
Modular test stands for single cells, complete stacks and components – powerful, precise, scalable
Whether you are developing a single membrane-electrode assembly (MEA) or a complete fuel cell or electrolysis stack: Our flexible single cell and short stack test stands provide you with the necessary infrastructure for reproducible and industry-relevant test scenarios.
Versatile test platform for advanced
applications
PEM fuel cells (low or high temperature)
Our systems are optimized for operating PEM fuel cells in different temperature classes:
Low temp. (up to approx. 95°C)
Ideal for automotive and portable systems
High temp. (up to 180°C)
For stationary applications with higher heat recovery
- Precise current/voltage control (e.g. cyclic loading, ramps, pulse operation)
- Control of media such as air, hydrogen and cooling circuit
- Control of cell humidity and temperature profile
- Fully automated test plans for aging, start-stop cycles and load changes
DMFC (Direct methanol fuel cells)
For specific applications, such as portable energy sources, our DMFC test systems offer:
- Methanol mixing system with safety monitoring
- Liquid and gas management for cathode and anode sides
- Online measurement of CO₂ development and cell voltage
- Possibility for parallel testing of multiple cells under identical conditions
Single Cell
Our test stands for single cells are ideally suited for:
- Material development (membranes, catalysts, gas diffusion layers)
- Parameter variation with constant cell format
- I/V characteristic lines, EIS (impedance spectroscopy) & dynamic load tests
- Temperature, pressure and humidity control with high precision
- Analytics (e.g. H₂/O₂ conversion efficiency, water management, etc.)
Short-Stack
Our stack test systems are designed to test cell stacks under real load conditions
- Power ranges from 100 W to 20 kW scalable
- Automatic test sequences with ramps, cyclic operation and start-stop profiles
- Continuous monitoring of all individual cell voltages (Cell Voltage Monitoring)
- Temperature and pressure control for each media module
- Full integration into higher-level process control systems or test centers
TYPICAL CONFIGURATION OPTIONS (EXAMPLE: LT-PEM FUEL CELL)
| Parameter | Details |
| Temperature range | up to 95 °C (adjustable via cooling/heating systems) |
| Humidity control | up to 90 °C dew point (via various humidification technologies) |
| Power supply | up to 1000 A, optionally bidirectional |
| Media supply | Air, O₂, H₂, N₂, optionally CO₂ / CH₃OH |
| Measurement modules | Cell voltage, current, temperature, humidity, pressure, flow |
| Control & software | FLUData – centrally controlled with customized recipe system |
Why our test benches?
There are several good reasons, such as:
High data quality and availability
High-resolution sensors and high-performance data acquisition, stored in an SQL database
Compliance with industrial safety standards
Safety system, gas detection, leak monitoring, automated shutdowns
Fully integrated test environment
Media supply, safety peripherals, and measurement technology from a single source
Scalability, modularity & future readiness
For single-cell to short stack test benches, with flexible expandability of the system in terms of both hardware and software functions
Long-term testing & service life analysis
Cyclically automated sequences and real-time monitoring
Applications
Applications & Target Groups
Material developers & universities
Stack manufacturers & integrators
Component suppliers (MEA, GDL, bipolar plates)
Laboratories for quality testing
& lifetime tests
OEMs in mobility & energy sectors
Ready to take your application to the next level?
Get in touch with us today to arrange a consultation or learn more about our services.