University Alakaline Water Electrolyser Test Station – SE300U-AL (Up to 300 W)

Overview

The SE300U-AE University Test Station is a compact, lab-ready AEM water electrolyser test platform for controlled single-cell experiments up to 300 W, designed for university laboratories and early-stage hydrogen R&D. Its integrated chassis ( 560 (W) × 520 (D) × 660 (H) mm ) combines power delivery, electrolyte management, gas handling and automated monitoring to support repeatable performance and durability studies.

Principle of operation (AEMWE)

In anion exchange membrane water electrolysis, water is reduced at the cathode to form hydrogen and hydroxide ions. Hydroxide ions migrate through the anion exchange membrane to the anode, where they are oxidised to produce oxygen and return water. The station controls and records operating conditions so researchers can quantify polarisation behaviour, efficiency trends and stability over time.

Key features and specifications

• Electrolyte circulation (anode/cathode): temperature control (typ. RT to ~95 °C), level monitoring/alarm, and controlled liquid flow (pump + flow metering).
  Gas handling: automatic N₂ purge (anode/cathode), gas cooling/condensation trap, and gas drying/filtration with dew-point monitoring options.
• Gas flow measurement: supports low-flow research ranges suitable for ~300 W-class operation (typ. H₂ and O₂ flow measurement with high turndown).
• Pressure management: automated back-pressure control (commonly configured for up to 10–30 bar, depending on hardware).
• Safety + automation: configurable alarms, interlocks and automated shutdown logic; protocol-based test execution via intuitive control software.
• Optional electrochemical diagnostics: AC-impedance / HFR capability may be configured for single-cell diagnostic measurements.
  
  

Compatibility and applications

Ideal for AEM single-cell fixtures and small-format hardware used in: catalyst/MEA screening, electrolyte and temperature optimisation, gas crossover/safety validation, and repeatable benchmarking prior to scale-up.

Why ScienceGears

ScienceGears supports AU/NZ researchers with configuration guidance, installation planning and practical troubleshooting. Many users pair test stations with potentiostats/galvanostats for complementary electrochemical characterisation and with gas analysis tools for purity and crossover studies.