HEXIM - Improved Thermal Management of SOFC, MCFC, PEM and HTPEM Fuel Cell and Reformer Systems

HEXIM™ is an economical insulation housing providing convective (or conductive) system thermal management with integrated air manifolds. HEXIM™ increases overall system efficiency by routing recuperated heat via integrated ducting.

ENrG is looking to talk with fuel cell developers that are interested in exploring this unique component to improve thermal management in their systems.

HEXIM™ Attributes:

• Molded to desired shape and thickness (0.635 cm. minimum)
• Can be machined, post molding, for more critical geometries
• Capability to customize with integrated fasteners, springs, inserts and coatings
• Usable in system operating temperatures up to 1260 C
• Moisture and oil resistant
• High thermal shock resistance
• Optional coatings for wear resistance, improved thermal conductivity or increased strength
• Thermal control of high temperature core, yet external housing safe to touch
• Stronger than microporous materials
• More thermally conductive than dense ceramics
• Fuel manifolds can be inserted into the molded housings

HEXIM™ solutions are made by mass production techniques, allowing complex shapes at competitive costs. Through manufacturing knowledge and expertise in thermal management techniques, HEXIM™ insulation housings can reduce the number of components and simplify assembly. ENrG uses advanced ceramic materials and coatings resulting in minimal-to-no shedding. HEXIM™ is odor-free.

ENrG works with each customer to add functionality to insulation in a compact design. With the ability to include air manifolds, customize wall thicknesses, embed mechanical or thermal inserts and other functional details, ENrG combines your specific needs into a simpler, more efficient design.