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Segmented Board, Measure Current Density and Temperature Distribution across the Active Cell Area

DILICO CURR TEMP | Segmented Board, electronics, and software

DILICO CURR TEMP consists of a segmented sensor layer consisting of current and temperature sensors, electronics for evaluating and transmitting the measured data to the customer's computer and software for visualization and extensive evaluation of the measured values for current density (current strength related to area) and temperature. The segmented sensor layer is integrated between two cells, without direct contact to the gases and liquids. Each segment measures the current and temperature for a portion of the active area of the membrane electrode assembly. The area of all segments is equal to the area of the active reaction surface of the membrane.

Result: two-dimensional image of the distribution of current density and temperature over the area of the membrane-electrode unit

The activity of the membrane, the design of bipolar plates, seals, and other components can thus be evaluated both in operation but also out of operation. During operation, conditions such as gas undersupply, thermal hot spots, and flooding can be identified, directly measure and visualize the correlations between humidification systems and cell performance, and measure the effects of one-dimensional imprinting of AC components by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy on two-dimensional measurement by DILICO CURR TEMP closer to the active area of the cell.

Related Product Categories

Measuring cells and electrodes

Understand cell behavior with spatial resolution

Measure and visualize current density and temperature during operation – for clear insights into hot spots, flooding, gas supply and cell design.

Specifications

Current density Up to ± 4.1 A/cm² (25 cm²)
Temperature Up to 120 °C
Number of segments 64 (8*8)
Cell voltage measurement 0 to 2.5 V
Communication CAN, USB (via Adapter)
Connections Up to 5 temperature sensors

Options & Accessories

Locally resolved EIS measurement optional

Scope of Delivery

DILICO CURR TEMP sensorlayer
DILICO Data Acquisition System (DAS) with software
External power supply
Instructions

Applications

Analysis of bipolar plates (flow field design), membrane electrode assemblies (MEA), and compression concepts
Evaluation of operating strategies and aging effects
Lifetime testing of fuel cells, electrolysers, and redox flow batteries
Can be combined with EIS (electrical impedance spectroscopy) (1D model to 2D model)

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Supplier

DILICO engineering GmbH is your specialized service partner for high-precision measurement technology solutions in hydrogen and energy technology.

With comprehensive expertise in cell voltage monitoring, current density measurement, and complex test benches, we support research institutions, development departments, and industrial companies in the development, optimization, and analysis of modern energy systems such as fuel cells, electrolysers, redox flow batteries, and conventional rechargeable batteries.

EKTechnologies is the exclusive distribution partner of DILICO engineering.