890 Fuel cell test loads
The 890 Fuel Cell Test Load is a modular electronic load platform designed for precise control and measurement of single cells and low-power stacks.
It combines programmable loading, integrated system control, and advanced electrochemical diagnosticsโgiving you the flexibility to design a test setup around your experiment, not the other way around.
Flexible Load Control. Integrated Diagnostics. Built for Real Fuel Cell Research.
ADVANCED FEATURES
The 890 is intended for research and development environments where system integration is required. Fuel delivery, safety systems, and full test station configuration are customized based on the application:
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- Wide dynamic load control โ Multi-range electronic load delivers precise control from low-current diagnostics to high-power operationโwithout sacrificing accuracy at either end.
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- Integrated System Control โ Directly interfaces with mass flow controllers, temperature control loops, and auxiliary signalsโminimizing external hardware and simplifying setup.
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- Real-time electrochemical insight โ Measure high-frequency resistance (HFR) and IR-free voltage in real time, giving you immediate visibility into true cell behavior without post-processing.
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- Impedance & advanced diagnostics โ Optional EIS capability enables analysis of kinetics, charge transfer, and mass transportโall within the same platform.
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- Half-cell measurement capability โ Supports dual reference electrode inputs, enabling simultaneous whole-cell and half-cell measurements for detailed mechanistic analysis.
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- Flexible operating modes โ Adapt your testing to real-world conditions with multiple control modes: constant current; constant voltage; and constant power.
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- Built-in safety & reliability โ Integrated alarms and hardware-level shutdown protections help safeguard both your system and your data.
suggested applications
The 890 Fuel Cell Test Load is built to support a wide range of fuel cell researchโdelivering the control, flexibility, and diagnostic depth needed to move from fundamental studies to applied system development:
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- PEM Fuel Cell Testing
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- Catalyst & Electrode Evaluation
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- Durability & Degradation Studies
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- Method Development & Validation
Inside the System
SPECIFICATIONS
- Load Current Range Configurations โ
5/25/50โฏA; 10/50/100โฏA; 12/62/125โฏA; 25/125/250โฏA, 50/250/500A, 100/500/1000A - Maximum Load Power โ 125โฏW or 500โฏW or 1kW or 2kW
- Minimum Load Resistance โ <2.0 mโฆ (125 W, 500 W), < 0.7 mโฆ (1 kW), < 0.35 mโฆ (2 kW)
- Current Resolution โ 1 mA โ 1 A
- Current Accuracy โ 0.3% of full-scale current of selected range
- Max. Whole Cell Voltage โ 20V
- Max. Reference Electrode Voltage โ 9.999V
- Voltage Accuracy โ ยฑ3 mV ยฑ0.3% of reading
- Voltage & Current Data Update Rate โ 100 Hz
- Whole Cell Sense Input Resistance โ > 35kฮฉ
- Reference Electrode Input Resistance โ > 10โน ฮฉ
- Operating Temperature โ 5 โ 35 ยบC
- Power Source โ 110(20A) or 220โ240(5A) VAC 50/60 Hz
- Enclosure Type โ Single bench top unit
- Size & Weight โ 1kW: 43 x 25 x 48 cm (17 x 10 x 19 in) / 2kW 43 x 46 x 48 cm (43 x 46 x 48) & ?? kg (?? lbs)
- Outputs for flow controllers – Up to Seven, Analog (0-5 V)
- Alarm Inputs – Six: Three for gas pressures, three auxilliary
- Alarm Outputs – One, 5 V logic
- Fuel Solenoid Control – One, 5 V output (external relay needed, included with interface box)
- Temperature Controllers – Three
- Temperature Type – On/off 5V output
- Temperature Set/Report Accuracy – ยฑ0.25% of span, ยฑ1 least significant digit
- Temperature Sensor Type – Thermocouple, Type T, K, or S (user specified)
- Alarms โ Gas supply pressures (3), Humidifier water levels (2), External (1), System alarm output (1)
- Fail Safe Design โ Nโ purge on alarm condition
- Continuous Monitoring โ E-stop, voltage, current, temperature, gas contamination & external signals
Included with every Scribner is a set of parts and tools for installing the instrument. Specifically, each 890 includes;
Document Folder
- USB drive with documentation and software
- Calibration information
Cabling
- Country specific power cords bringing wall power x1
- USB cable connecting Controller to Computer
- Sense cables
Extra Parts
- Type T Thermocouple connectors x3
- Alligator clips x4
- Pair of red and black lug adaptors x1
- Hardware
IMpedance measurements
V & I output channels with variable DC bias rejection generator input channel with selectable attenuation
Single sine, two gain/phase measurement channels, one generator output channel
1 mHz to 10 kHz
Three: whole cell + two half-cell vs. ref. electrode
PRODUCT DOCUMENTS
customize your 890: accessories for smarter science
Optimize your test environment with modular accessories engineered for seamless integration with the 890 Fuel Cell Test Loads. These tools support advanced diagnostics, automated workflows, and scalable configurations for high-performance fuel cell research.
YOUR PARTNER IN SCIENCE, FROM START TO BREAKTHROUGH
Turnkey Consumables & Integrations
Scribner sources essential consumables and compatible equipmentโmembranes, sensors, and moreโto simplify and support your research workflow.
Professional Installation & Training
Our expert electrochemists provide on-site system setup, commissioning, and user training to ensure confident, efficient operation from day one.
Service, Repair & Calibration
From fast tech support to on-site calibration and factory repairs, Scribner keeps your system running smoothly with reliable service and stocked parts.
Ongoing Support & Warranty Protection
Stay current with software updates, application notes, and optional extended warranties for long-term peace of mind.
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