Horizon Educational Fuel Cell Car Science Kit

Product Code : SCL-SK-12924

Use this kit to construct a hydrogen fuel cell car and teach the principles of fuel cell technology. Explore how the PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) fuel cell converts the chemical energy of hydrogen and oxygen into electrical energy to power the motor. Once constructed, the car uses a steering mechanism to drive around obstacles. The 14 page user manual provides background information into fuel cell technology and full assembly instructions.

Contents:

• Reversible PEM fuel cell
• Car chassis and wheels
• Electric motor
• LED lights
• Water vessels
• Gas collectors
• Connector cables
• Syringe
• Battery pack with connecting leads (2 x AA batteries required)
• User manual

Reasons to Love

• Clearly demonstrates the science behind electrolysis and the decomposition of water into oxygen and hydrogen.

Learning Outcomes

• GCSE - A-Level: Renewable Energy
• The Effect of Heat on Solar Panels
• The Effect of Shade on Solar Panels
• The Effect of Tilt Angle on Solar Panels
• Electrolysis Mode Generating Hydrogen and Oxygen from Water
• Fuel Cell Mode Generating Electricity from Hydrogen and Oxygen
• Determining the Minimum Voltage for Water Decomposition
• Polarization States for Hydrogen Fuel Cells

Top Tips

• The PEM Fuel Cell should be used with deionised water only.

Cell Storage 

• The PEM Fuel Cell should be stored with some residual drops of water inside it in a tight sealable plastic bag.