GreenHub Fuel Cells

GreenHub 0.5KW - 4.2KW Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power Supplies for UPS AND Off-Grid Applications

The GreenHub uses Hydrogen Fuel Cells, How Does it Work?

How it works: Hydrogen is converted into electrical energy in a single electrochemical highly efficient step. Hydrogen is introduced into the anode side where it is split into protons and electrons. Protons pass through the membrane to reach the cathode where they react with oxygen in the air, while the electrons are forced to pass by external circuit to reach the cathode and recombine to form water, supplying electric energy and by-product heat in almost same power values than electrical power. Test Equipment Connection offers the complete Horizon suite of standby power systems that are able to run on bottled industrial hydrogen gas, or metal hydride canisters able to store renewable energy using PEM electrolyzers. The GreenHub line of UPS systems ranges from 500W to 2kW, and combines self-humidified PEM fuel cells from Horizon with system engineering by H2Planet, including innovative remote control features via GPRS using iPhones or PDAs.

Horizon GreenHub Fuel Cell Features:

• Several power output systems available (0.5W-4.2kW)
• Quick “turn-key” and user-friendly solution
• Alternate & Direct Current for home or industrial electric devices
• Can be used in remote locations (up to 2000m elevation)
• Can be used indoors (no combustion, no toxic emissions)
• Zero emission system (water & heat recovery possibilities optional)
• UPS option (Greencap) available for support in power-grid failures
• Can be monitored/controlled remotely using PC or mobile phone

Posted in Alternate Energy |

ATS Thermal Engineering Webinar Series

Advanced Thermal Solutions Kicks Off 2012 Thermal Engineering Webinar Series

Each webinar will thoroughly cover a different, important aspect of today’s electronics cooling at an engineering level.

Norwood, MA, January 14, 2012 - Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc, kicks off its 2012 monthly thermal engineering webinar series with its first three webinars of the new year, geared to mechanical and electrical engineers seeking to become more effective contributors within their organizations and better problem solvers in the eyes of senior management. The free technical webinars offer practical, detailed training in the increasingly important arena of thermal management and heat transfer. The online tutorials offer objective insights for all engineers, designers and program managers who want to learn more about the theoretical and practical aspects of electronic cooling.

Each of the one hour tutorials will include detailed visuals and real time discussion by an industry thermal management expert. Attendees can submit their questions during and after the presentation.

First Quarter 2012, ATS Webinar Dates, Titles and Descriptions:

January 19, 2012 – “What is The State of the Art in Thermal Management?” Start the New Year with an expert look at what is new, what to avoid and what to use in thermal management. Every year, new electronics cooling and heat transfer technologies enter the marketplace. Some of these will prove to be very effective, but many could turn out to be ineffective or very costly. This free ATS-sponsored webinar will cover the latest cooling options and explain each one’s salient features and benefits.

February 23, 2012 – “Thermal Management of Consumer Electronics” Consumer electronics are now being used in places that were once exclusive to business and military electronics. Products like Apple’s iPhone and iPad are sophisticated technologies with powerful processors housed in small spaces with restricted airflow. As a result, these devices, and others like them, are providing many new benefits, but they also bring higher thermal management needs. Attendees will learn the available cooling options, and important factors such as the importance of spreading resistance in component and system thermal management.

March 29, 2012 – “How to Perform and Understand Temperature Measurement in Electronic Systems” Attendees at this free ATS online tutorial will deepen their understanding of the importance of temperature measurement in electronic systems. They will learn about each of the instruments needed for measuring temperature and interpreting temperature data. The instructors will show the key locations inside electronics systems where thermal testing should be conducted to obtain the most accurate and actionable results.

Each free ATS webinar starts at 2:00 p.m. EST. The webinar topics scheduled for April through December will be released soon. Please visit http://www.qats.com/Training/Webinars/7.aspx to register for any or all of these online events, or call 781-769-2800. Seats for these online tutorials are limited.

Advanced Thermal Solutions provides a wide range of air and liquid cooling solutions and laboratory-quality thermal instrumentation. Their products include: thermVIEW the first commercially available turn-key thermochromic liquid crystal based image processing system, Wind Tunnels, Isothermal Plate Systems, Anemometers, Sensors, and Heat Flux Controllers.

The ATS Thermal Management Products Page is located HERE

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Non-Contact Temperature Measurement

Fluke Precision Infrared Thermometers

Fluke Precision Infrared Thermometers Offer a Broad temperature range, superior optics and the advanced extra-bright three-dot laser sighting system make Fluke 570 series thermometers the most advanced portable thermometers in the industry.

The Fluke 570 non-contact thermometers are ideal professional diagnostic tools for maintenance professionals requiring the most accurate temperature readings at all distances. The Fluke 570 series infrared (IR) measures surface temperatures, helping to quickly locate lubrication problems, overloads, short-circuits or misaligned and overheated equipment, reducing work and follow-up time, and improving performance. From close-up electrical connections, to distant room balancing checks, the Fluke 570 series can take IR temperature measurements with ease. Predictive maintenance professionals requiring analysis and documentation use the 574 model with 100-point data logging and included software for graphing and analysis for follow-up reporting and documentation.

The Fluke 574-NI Nonincendive Model
When safety is a concern and data logging and downloading are required, the Fluke 574 Nonincendive (NI) model thermometer is the product to choose. It has the same great features as the standard 574 model thermometers with the extra confidence of a Factory Mutual approval for use in hazardous environments*. *See specification table for details. The Fluke 574-NI thermometer, does not release enough electrical or thermal energy to ignite flammable gases or vapors under normal operational and environmental conditions.

Accurate measurements depend in part on accurately sighting a target. Fluke 570 series thermometers are the only thermometers with a sighting system designed to precisely track the infrared path as seen by the sensors. This enables the advanced coaxial three-dot laser sighting to accurately show both the center and the edges of the spot being measured, regardless of the thermometer’s distance from the target. This laser sighting also appears twice as bright to the human eye as normal lasers (while maintaining the same safety rating as less bright lasers), making precise sighting easier in a variety of lighting conditions and distances.

Fluke 574 Precision Infrared Thermometer Includes 572 Features and the following:

• DIF/AVG measurement calculations instantly computed
• 100 temperature data logging capability for easy route review
• 30 pre-set common material emissivity values for most accurate temperature readings
• Audible and visible HI and LO temperature alarm for instant recognition
• Thermocouple K probe input for contact temperature measurements with same unit
• Customizable log names, alarms, and emissivity values for more efficient, less error-prone predictive maintenance routes

Features Unique to the Fluke 574 Model

• Windows-based (Windows NT/ 2000/XP) software for data storage and analysis
• Software to log, graph, and analyze temperature data via RS232 connection

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HIOKI Memory HiLOGGER Data Logger

HIOKI Memory HiLOGGER Data Logger LR8402-20 - Portable Data Logger with 30 Standard Channels Expandable to 60 Channels

Only the size of an A4 sheet of paper, the HIOKI LR8402-20 is the realization of a goal to build a logger that provides the existing functionality of a multi-channel data logger in a portable format. The new model comes with 30 channel capability as standard, to which another 30 channels can be added. All input channels for measuring temperature, humidity, voltage and impedance are isolated for safety, culminating in a powerful multi-measurement system that also offers pulse and logic inputs. Long-term logging is coupled with the capability to protect data against unexpected power outages and other problems for stable recordings over an entire year (see note). Note: Continuous recordings lasting longer than 1 year are also possible.

Use in Fuel Cell, Electric Vehicle and other Development Applications

■ High Withstand Voltage
The HiLOGGER measures not only fuel cells, but also batteries for UPS (uninterruptible power supplies) devices used in buildings as well as batteries consisting of cells and packaging connected in stacks that require multi-point measurements. In such measurements, high voltage for the whole stack is applied between channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground. Only a measuring instrument with isolated inputs and high-capacity withstand voltage characteristics can endure this.

■ High-Speed Sampling
In the development of automobiles such as electric vehicles (EV) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHV) that use motors for propulsion, abrupt changes in load need to be measured. This makes the multi-channel, high-speed 10 ms sampling capability of the LR8400-20 Series an indispensable feature.

■ Multi-Channel Measurements
In the development of fuel cells, multiple power-generating cells are connected to form a stack. Independent measurements of each cell require multi-channel measurements of DC voltage, DC current, temperature and other parameters. The LR8400-20 Series comes with 30 channels as standard, which can be expanded to 60 channels.

■ Environmental measurements to prevent global warming
■ Development of fuel cell materials, energy field
■ Development of automobiles, testing of automobile parts
■ Maintenance and inspection of equipment
■ Monitoring plants
■ Testing of electrical products
■ Impedance testing of electronic parts

Multi-Channel Measurements

In the development of fuel cells, multiple power-generating cells are connected to form a stack. Independent measurements of each cell require multi-channel measurements of DC voltage, DC current, temperature and other parameters. The LR8400-20 Series comes with 30 channels as standard, which can be expanded to 60 channels.

High Withstand Voltage

The HiLOGGER measures not only fuel cells, but also batteries for UPS (uninterruptible power supplies) devices used in buildings as well as batteries consisting of cells and packaging connected in stacks that require multi-point measurements. In such measurements, high voltage for the whole stack is applied between channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground. Only a measuring instrument with isolated inputs and high-capacity withstand voltage characteristics can endure this.

High-Speed Sampling

In the development of automobiles such as electric vehicles (EV) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHV) that use motors for propulsion, abrupt changes in load need to be measured.
This makes the multi-channel, high-speed 10 ms sampling capability of the LR8400-20 Series an indispensable feature.

Highlights - Multi-Measurements

Measuring and Recording Temperature and Humidity
■ Measures and records a variety of transducer outputs (DC voltage)
■ The HiLOGGER comes with the high withstand voltage, isolated inputs required for measuring and recording battery cell voltages
■ Measures and records a resistance values

A Compact A4 Size Enhances Mobility
■ A compact A4 size footprint makes it ideal for use in virtually any environment.

Collecting Automotive Data
■ Ideal for testing and collecting data on the vibration characteristics of automotive parts

Posted in Test & Measurement |