The Sentinel Fuel Cell Remote Power System is suitable for powering
video equipment, global positioning system equipment, laptop computers,
and other research tools. The self-contained, portable, 50 W/12 V
methanol-fueled power system is rugged, reliable, quiet, and easy to
deploy. The system may be used as a fully automatic battery charger. The
system is easily refueled with 5 L or 10 L methanol cassettes that drop
into place and produce maximum power for 76 and 153 hours, respectively.
The design allows the system to supply power even during fuel cassette
changes. Fuel consumption varies with electrical demand and at full load.
"This is the first time any company has rented a modern,
methanol-powered fuel cell so clients can evaluate portable fuel cells or
solve a critical, but temporary power problem without purchasing a
system," stated Sandpiper Technologies Chief Executive John Christensen.
"The fuel cell is more than a power source. It's a labor-saving device
that is much easier to mobilize than lead batteries or power generators.
The fuel cell typically replaces a 75 lb battery, and can power equipment
such as cell phones, laptop computers, GPS, and video surveillance
systems."
Sandpiper Technologies now offers the fuel cell technology for rent or
purchase to researchers, law enforcement, search and rescue, marinas, boat
owners, and emergency power consumers.
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