What are the advantages of UltraCell’s technology over Direct Methanol Fuel Cells (DMFCs), solid oxide fuel cells, and others?
UltraCell’s XX25 is 4 times lighter and 16 times smaller than any other competitive fuel cell in the market for comparable power output. While both UltraCell’s Reformed Methanol Fuel Cell technology and DMFCs convert methanol to electricity, UltraCell has many advantages over a DMFC or solid oxide solution, including Higher efficiency with faster startup times Smaller size and lighter weight Cleaner operations with less CO2 emissions, and no need for water management Better operation and storage capabilities at low temperatures and in harsh environments. UltraCell fuel cells use a mixture of methanol and water, which is easier to handle than pure methanol or propane gas. UltraCell first converts, or reforms, the methanol into small amounts of hydrogen and carbon dioxide, and then feeds these products to the fuel cell reaction zone for electricity generation. UltraCell’s technology allows for higher power generation in a compact, rugged package that is easily carried, just like a hardbo
