Ballard has recently launched the 9th generation high-performance fuel cell engine for heavy-duty vehicles.
The FCmove®-XD delivers the highest volumetric power density in the industry for heavy-duty applications, featuring an engine volumetric power density of 0.36kW/L and gravimetric power density of 0.48kW/kg. The scalable 120kW fuel cell engine integrates DC/DC regulated output, enabling up to three modules to operate as one system with a single interface, capable of delivering a combined 360kW of zero-emission power output.
With a design life of 30,000+ hours of operation – or over 1,000,000 miles in truck operation at typical duty cycles – the FCmove®-XD is developed to deliver class-leading durability and low total cost of ownership.
Enabled by an innovative “open architecture” design, the powerful and compact FCmove®-XD enables several important performance improvements, including:
• 120kW power output from our latest high-performance single stack;
• 33% reduction in total parts count, significantly improving reliability and reducing costs;
• Ultra-high peak system efficiency at >60%, enabling improved fuel consumption (lower total cost of ownership) and efficient heat rejection;
• Wide operating temperature range, up to 95°C;
• Integrated power controller incorporates DC/DC converter, air compressor inverter, and a power distribution unit, along with proprietary software controls, enables improved engine operation and efficiency;
• Rapid up and down transient times, with an innovative hot stand-by mode enabling rapid power increase;
• Improved manufacturability with >50% assembly time reduction;
• Easier access to parts for faster and lower-cost field maintenance;
• Compliance with applicable safety codes and standards;
For more information, please visit our website: www.ballard.com