Do not use PROTIUM-1000 in any other way than the one recommended in this manual. Spectronik reserves the right to change system specifications, appearance or discontinue the product at any time.
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OVERVIEW 1.1 PROTIUM-1000 SYSTEM OVERVIEW Figure 1.1.1 Front view of PROTIUM-1000 CHAPTER 1 | OVERVIEW...
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Figure 1.1.2 Bottom and Top views of PROTIUM-1000 ITEM DESCRIPTION Programming port gas outlet connector Fuel cell electronic controller Cooling fan x2 Radio telemetry transmitter User mounting plate (Bottom) Oxidant flow manifold Load power connector (XT-90 female) Oxidant blower External power supply receptacle...
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1.2 MECHANICAL DIMENSION R3.25 B (Centre to Centre) CHAPTER 1 | OVERVIEW...
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All dimensions in mm 323.60 40.00 283.60 395.50 215.00 164.50 100.50 CHAPTER 1 | OVERVIEW...
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Cathode channels, obstructing the oxidant flow and causing potential performance drop and cell damage. Mount PROTIUM-1000 in one of the two recommended configurations above. For optimal oxidant and cooling airflows, it is also recommended that there is...
SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 PROTIUM-1000 TECHNICAL DATA SHEET Fuel Cell PROTIUM-1000 Type No. of cells Architecture Closed cathode Coolant Air cooled Rated/gross power 1000/1200W Rated/gross current 55.5/66.6A Voltage output 18-27VDC Start-up time Operating ambient temperature [-10,45] Operating altitude without power derating 1500m AGL...
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2.2 VI CURVE Figure 2.2.1 Nominal polarization curve for a fully conditioned PROTIUM-1000 at its Beginning-of-Life (BOL). TEST CONDITIONS • Ambient temperature: 24 • Relative humidity: 60% • H supply pressure: 10psig • Dead-ended operation • Balance-of-plant (BOP) powered by fuel cell •...
• Status LED & Buzzer • Oxidant System • Valves • Sensors Electronic BOP Switch 1/0 • Communications Controller Communication PROTIUM-1000 • USB or fuel cell stack • Radio telemetry transmitter Fuel cell power IN Fuel cell power OUT 18-27V...
ON/OFF switch at your load and ensure that it is turned OFF at this time. 6. Turn on your PC and connect the communication USB cable to a USB port. Download the Spectronik Data Acquisition (DAQ) GUI PC application from the Protium-1000 product webpage. Install the app and follow the instructions in its user guide.
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1000W. If hybrid battery is connected at the load, PROTIUM-1000 will provide up to its maximum rated output and the rest is augmented by the battery. The total power available depends on the capacity of the battery.
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ON/OFF push button for more than 2s. The message “Shutdown Initiated” will appear in the GUI and PROTIUM-1000 will enter its “Shutdown Phase”. The system is now OFF. LED will blink at 60% on standby awaiting the next start-up command.
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“start” and “end” command via the GUI. 4.2 SYSTEM WARNING & PROTECTIONS PROTIUM-1000 has several in-built protections. The LED will flash and error message will appear in the GUI. Follow the basic troubleshooting guide below. Most errors should be rectified once the suggested corrective action has been done and the system restarted.
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"Error: Low Voltage" sufficient hydrogen supply and correct delivery pressure. Restart after 1 min. ◉ Emergency Shutdown = "Abnormal Shutdown" would be activated with purchase of optional Spectronik accessories (gas tank and pressure regulator) CHAPTER 4 | SYSTEM MONITORING & PROTECTIONS...
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Please check for abnormalities. ◉ Emergency Shutdown = "Abnormal Shutdown" would be activated ● LED flashing at 80% to alert warning in the running with purchase of optional Spectronik accessories (gas tank and pressure regulator) CHAPTER 4 | SYSTEM MONITORING & PROTECTIONS...
4.2 SYSTEM WARNING & PROTECTIONS (Cont.) Other messages: Message Meaning Fan PWM auto Cooling fans control is in auto mode Blower auto Oxidant blower control is in auto mode Mileage Cumulative Watt-Hour of the system Shutdown initiated Entering “Normal Shutdown Phase” Abnormal Shutdown initiated Entering “Abnormal Shutdown Phase”...
When not in use, Spectronik recommends that PROTIUM-1000 is reconditioned at least once a month. 1. Set up PROTIUM-1000 as per instructions in Section 3, using a DC electronic load in lieu of your regular load. 2. After the system enters “Running Phase”, set constant voltage (CV) load of 18V and run the system for 1h.
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