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Quantum 10,000psi Fuel Cell Hydrogen Storage Allows More Fuel Onboard Bringing Hydrogen closer to Reality

Quantum Technologies has demonstrated what some have called the “missing link” in fuel cell vehicles - how to get increase the range and store fuel onboard. Quantum has introduced an all-composite hydrogen storage tank that stores hydrogen at10,000 psi (700 Bar). At 10,000 psi, 80% more hydrogen fuel can be stored in a given space than at 5,000 psi - dramatically increasing the range of fuel cell mobile applications.

According to Syed Hussain, President and CEO of QUANTUM, "This breakthrough in advanced hydrogen storage technology will have a positive impact on compressed hydrogen fuel cell mobile applications. A vital issue in bringing fuel cell vehicles to the marketplace is extending the vehicle range."

The 10,000 psi hydrogen storage capability of Quantum’s all-composite TriShield tank was confirmed through a hydrostatic burst test that achieved 23,500 psi burst pressure – a 2.35 factor of safety required by the European Integrated Hydrogen Project (EIHP) specifications. EIHP is at the forefront of developing global regulatory standards for hydrogen storage testing and certification.

To supplement the inherent safety features designed into the new 10,000 psi storage tank, Quantum's patented 10,000 psi in-tank regulator provides additional safety by containing the high pressure in the tank and allowing a maximum delivery pressure of only 150 psi (10 Bar).

Quantum is a Tier-One supplier to automotive OEMs. The company’s compressed hydrogen storage cylinders, fuel metering systems, electronic computer control modules, and fuel system integration capabilities have been successfully demonstrated in the transportation market – from passenger cars and trucks, to buses and sub-cars.