1 Large cell vs. 2 Small cells

[Darrell]

Duster, I always build my fuel cells with 1/16" Neo 80 duro. This material is harder which keeps the gaps true when tightened. I would have your plates laser cutt for accuracy and the common size is a 6x6 plate. For size of the reactor 13 plates (-NNNNN+NNNNN-) seem to be a good all around setup. Plate thickness I use is 16 gauge so that plates don't warp during sandblasting. I rotate the inlet holes on the plates and using Weld On 16. The hole location should be around a 1/2" to 3/4" off the bottom and side of the plate and opposing side accross from the power connections. I posted one of my video's below to give you an idea about plate set up.

Darrell



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eLsNvPtxX8

[whear]

1/8" should be good at lower production too. ( +- 1LPM )

[Duster422]

Hey Darrell thanks for the advice and video.
I will give that a try also.
I should have a pretty good assortment of gasket materials soon.
Where do you have you 316L sheet laser cut at? Online vendor or Local shop.

Hey whear, While I was at Grainger today I ordered the 3/32", and 1/8" figured it wouldn't hurt to try different thicknesses.

Thanks guys.

[whear]

You're very welcome !

Good luck with the project

[Darrell]

I get my plates cutting at a local shop here in Portland. There should be one where you live though. It's the best way to go for accuracy.

[Duster422]

Ok I'll check my area.
Thanks