Using the hydride bottle

To use the hydride bottle, connect a braided hose with DESO stem and a small regulator to the bottle. The other end of the hose will have the connection that goes to your particular hydrogen device, such as fuel cell stack. 

Most hydrogen fueled devices use around 2 to 6 psi, and not over 15 psi, although there are some that use 25 psi. Whatever your application, you must use a regulator that has the precision needed to Connect regulator to hydride bottle work in the correct pressure range 

Hydrides are interesting to work with. They can save space when a small footprint is desired. Applications such as robotics, mobile and remote locations can benefit in some circumstances from the use of hydride storage. 

The heat generated as the alloy adsorbs the hydrogen, and the cooling generated by desorption as the hydrides release hydrogen, has potential for some interesting cogeneration applications, which would increase system efficiency where such applications are employed. 

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If the gas production is a supply for recharging hydride bottles, the gas should be as dry as possible. Moisture deteriorates the performance of the hydrides in the bottle. If you use the hydride bottles to supply a fuel cell system, it may be necessary to re-moisturize the hydrogen by running it through a bubbler. 

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