TL5 Test Load - Fuel Cell Markets
TL5 Test Load - Fuel Cell Markets
TL5 Test Load - Fuel Cell Markets
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<strong>TL5</strong> <strong>Test</strong> <strong>Load</strong><br />
<strong>TL5</strong> TEST LOAD<br />
<strong>TL5</strong> TEST LOAD for fuel cells and batteries is a passive electronic load with built-in<br />
microprocessor intelligence, with the ability to briefly interrupt the current and take<br />
resistance free cell potential readings with programmable delay. There are additional inputs<br />
for a reference electrode and for a temperature sensor. An expansion I/0 connector provides<br />
a further eight digital inputs, eight digital outputs and two analog inputs. A microprocessor<br />
controls the time keeping and data acquisition functions, and the measured values are<br />
displayed on a 80-character LCD display. Current ranges of 0 - 2.000 A and 0 - 20.00 A<br />
(or 0 - 4.000 A and 0 - 40.000 A) are operator selectable; voltage (potential) up to 20.00 V<br />
is autoranging.<br />
September 2004 - Note: ASTRIS ENERGI Inc. reserves the right to change this specification without notice.<br />
<strong>TL5</strong> <strong>Test</strong> <strong>Load</strong><br />
Model <strong>TL5</strong>-20 <strong>TL5</strong>-40<br />
Current ranges 0 - 2.000 A 0 - 4.000 A<br />
0 - 20.00 A 0 - 40.00 A<br />
Voltage compliance range<br />
Maximum<br />
0.5 - 20 V<br />
power dissipation 100 W internally limited<br />
Resistance free voltage<br />
sampling time delay 0.1, 1 or 10 ms<br />
Clock range 0 - 255:59:59 hrs.<br />
with start/stop/clear<br />
Inputs + - power<br />
Display<br />
+sense, -sense, reference<br />
electrode temperature,<br />
-40 to 125°C (Type T sensor)<br />
LCD, 80 characters, 4 lines<br />
Expansion I/O port 25-pin D-connector<br />
- digital inputs Eight, HCMOS standard<br />
- digital outputs Eight, HCMOS standard<br />
- analog inputs Two differential inputs<br />
± 2.047 V<br />
Communication port RS-485<br />
Instrument power AC adapter: 115 V/12 VAC<br />
daisy chain cable, 12 VAC<br />
Dimensions (L x W x H) 180 x 180 x 180 mm<br />
(7 x 7 x 7 in.)<br />
RELATED PRODUCTS<br />
The <strong>TL5</strong> <strong>Test</strong> <strong>Load</strong> has the capability to operate<br />
under manual or remote control, and to<br />
communicate with a computer over a serial<br />
RS-485 link. Optional TLIF interface module<br />
and TESTMASTER software, sold separately,<br />
allows for connection, control and acquisition<br />
of data from up to 16 <strong>TL5</strong> loads in a daisy<br />
chain configuration per available RS-485 port.
Clean Power<br />
for a Clean Environment<br />
Please visit www.astris.ca for specifications on these and other products.<br />
Astris Energi Inc. - Low Cost: Low Material Cost & Low Operations Cost<br />
The mission of Astris is to become the leading provider of affordable fuel cells and fuel cell power generators.<br />
Founded in 1983, Astris has over 21 years of progressive research and development directed toward this goal.<br />
Astris Alkaline <strong>Fuel</strong> <strong>Cell</strong> technology requires no platinum catalyst and no expensive membrane. Astris<br />
Alkaline <strong>Fuel</strong> <strong>Cell</strong> systems are highly efficient (>50% electrical efficiency over a range of operating conditions)<br />
and therefore require up to 50% less Hydrogen for comparable power output when measured against<br />
other low-temperature fuel cell systems. Astris Alkaline <strong>Fuel</strong> <strong>Cell</strong> technology outperforms the competition<br />
with quick startup and a non-freezing electrolyte that enables operation in sub-freezing temperatures.<br />
POWER PRODUCTS<br />
The Astris line of Alkaline <strong>Fuel</strong> <strong>Cell</strong> power products<br />
comes in a variety of configurations. For the<br />
industrial market the POWERSTACK MC250 is<br />
offered in sizes from 300 W to 2.4 kW per stack.<br />
Designed for the educational and scientific market,<br />
the LABCELL LC50 comes in stacks rated from<br />
4-60 W, and the slightly larger LABCELL LC200<br />
comes in sizes ranging from 15-240 W.<br />
GENERATORS<br />
The latest AFC Power Generators are built on<br />
the POWERSTACK MC250 and demonstrate<br />
significant improvements in power density and<br />
intelligent control systems that require minimal<br />
user interaction. Most notable are the 2.4 kW<br />
Model E8 Portable Generator suitable for a wide<br />
variety of portable and stationary applications<br />
and the 1.8 kW Model E7 which is designed<br />
as a direct replacement for lead-acid, traction<br />
batteries in golf cars, forklifts, etc.<br />
TEST EQUIPMENT<br />
Designed and built for use in the Astris laboratories,<br />
the test equipment portfolio includes a variety of<br />
products that are required in fuel cell and battery<br />
development and testing. The QUICKCELL QC200<br />
is used for quickly mounting and testing electrode<br />
coupons. The <strong>TL5</strong> Intelligent <strong>Test</strong> <strong>Load</strong><br />
performs a number of tests and monitoring<br />
functions and can be used on its own or in<br />
combination with the TESTMASTER Control<br />
and Data Acquisition Software Suite.<br />
Order today at www.astris.ca<br />
Astris Energi Inc.<br />
OTCBB: ASRNF<br />
2175-6 Dunwin Drive,<br />
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1X2<br />
Tel. (905) 608-2000<br />
Fax (905) 608-8222<br />
Web site: www.astris.ca<br />
Email: questions@astris.ca