Power to Pressure - Air Compressor for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Applications

Problem:

The client required an efficient high speed air compressor for their hydrogen fuel cell system that would operate across a broad range of flow rates for their automotive and marine clients.

Solution:

C2 Technology worked with the client to build a detailed statement of requirements for a 20kW air compressor.

Following the statement of requirements, we designed a high-speed turbo compressor consisting of highly efficient radial impeller directly connected to a permanent magnet motor, suspended on gas bearings and capable of operating at 100,000rpm.

Furthermore, post detailed design we provided manufacturing, assembly and test support to the client's engineering team.

Results/Benefits:

The compressor was built by the client and successfully tested.

During the tests we provided all the required support.

Subsequently the compressor was shipped to their client for field trials.