H-30 PEM Fuel Cell - 30W
Power your STEM projects with the H-30 PEM Fuel Cell (30W) — a compact, high-performance hydrogen fuel cell built for hands-on learning and real-world applications. Trusted by university teams like McMaster University’s Chem-E-Car champions, the H-30 delivers reliable, clean energy with plug-and-play simplicity and an integrated cooling fan, making it ideal for classrooms, competitions, and innovation labs.
Why Choose the H-30 Fuel Cell?
- Plug-and-Play Simplicity – Seamless integration for classroom and competition use
- Integrated Cooling Fan – Enhanced durability and optimal thermal performance
- Reliable Output Under Pressure – Proven performance in competitive STEM environments like the Chem-E-Car Competition and H2 Grand Prix.
- Compact, Competition-Ready Design – Fits shoebox-size vehicle constraints like Chem-E-Car and H2GP
- Empowers Real-World Learning – Helps teach reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and electrical systems through hands-on application
Fuel Cell Stack 30W
Hear from Our Customers:
“Horizon stacks are very flexible for research and education. It is very didactic. The students compare the properties of the fuel cell stack with increasing power and also gain knowledge about the construction of the fuel cell stack—not only for power but also for the electrical needs of the system, cooling, etc." - Professor Magdalena Dudek, AGH University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Energy and Fuels in Kraków, Poland
30W Fuel Cell and Hydrogen
Safety Requirements
Do not connect or disconnect power cables when the fuel cell stack is turned on. Warranty is void if the fuel cell stack is disassembled or otherwise altered. Hydrogen is a colorless, odorless, and flammable substance. Always operate and store the fuel cell stacks and hydrogen storage canisters in an area with ample ventilation. Fuel cell systems should always be equipped with a highly accurate hydrogen sensor to detect any leaking hydrogen within the system or from the hydrogen storage canister. Please refer to the H-30 User Manual to see a complete list of the safety requirements for the product.
Hydrogen Storage Tip
The best way to supply hydrogen to this fuel cell is using our Hydrostik Pro! Hydrostiks are a great way to store hydrogen safely and economically, and the best part is that they can be filled using our HydroFill Pro electrolyzer! Our electrolyzer is able to extract a large amount of hydrogen from a small amount of de-ionized or distilled water.
Fuel Cell Stack 30W Quick Product Facts
Number of Cells
This fuel cell stack is composed of 14 fuel cells.
Hydrogen Pressure
Hydrogen must be fed into the fuel cell stack at a pressure of 0.45-0.55 Bar.
Ambient Temperature
The fuel cell stack operates best in a temperature ranging from 41 to 86° F / 5-30° C.
FC Stack Weight
This stack (including fan and casing) weighs 0.62lb / 280g.
System Efficiency
At full power the efficiency of the system is 40%.
Humidification
This fuel cell stack uses self-humidification.
H-30
Performance: 8.4V @ 3.6A
Hydrogen consumption at rated power: 0.42l/min.
Stack dimensions: 8.0 x 4.7 x 7.5cm
List of H-30 components:
1 x 30W fuel cell stack
1 x controller
1 x silicon tube (OD 4 x ID 2.5mm), 50cm long
1 x filter
2 x red plastic pin
1 x valve
4 x inlet/outlet gas fitting (M3-4)
