Fuel Cell + Scroll Technology
Patented oil-free scroll technology solutions from Air Squared provide the fuel cell industry with the most advanced compressor or H2 recirculation pump available.
In 1999 Air Squared released its first scroll compressor specifically designed for fuel cell applications, the P32H58N2.25. Today, extensive development has given way to a full line of low-pressure, high-efficiency, oil-free scroll compressors for fuel cell applications, positioning Air Squared as the leader in compressor solutions for PEM fuel cell system.
Air Squared understands the potential of fuel cell technology to change the energy landscape and has spent over twenty years supporting the industry with the efficient and durable solutions.
Scroll Technology Advantage
- Efficient Performance
- Continuous compression process with no re-expansion or throttling losses
- 100% Oil-Free
- Maintain the purity of your system with oil-free scroll technology
- Reliable, Durable Solution
- Long product life and simple field maintenance
- Cost Competitive
- Low-cost compressor configurations for OEMs
- Quiet, Smooth Operation
- Dynamically balanced, valve-less, and near pulsation-free
Fuel Cell Applications
- PEM Fuel Cell
- SOFC Fuel Cell
- Hydrogen Recirculation
- Material Handling
- Hybrid Buses
Spotlight on Fuel Cell
Fuel Cell Products and Projects
Find your solution through a growing line of scroll compressor engineered specifically for fuel cell OEMs and view past development projects for fuel cell applications.
Fuel Cell + Scroll Technology Products
Max Pressure: 1.8 barg Max Flow: 1850 lpmv
Durable oil-free scroll air compressor for efficient, smooth and quiet operation - ideal in fuel cell applications
Max Pressure: 1.6 barg Max Flow: 485 lpmv
Durable oil-free scroll air compressor for efficient, smooth and quiet operation - ideal in fuel cell applications
Max Pressure: 1 barg Max Flow: 800 lpmv
Compact, lightweight oil-free scroll compressor for efficient, smooth and quiet operation - ideal in high-flow mobile applications
Max Pressure: 1.2 barg Max Flow: 950 lpmv
Durable oil-free scroll air compressor for efficient, smooth and quiet operation - ideal in fuel cell applications
Fuel Cell + Scroll Technology Projects
High-Flow, Oil-Free, Scroll Compressor for Hybrid Power Generation System
April 2, 2020
The P38H083B-IND provides over 3,000 lpmv of airflow and is the highest capacity oil-free scroll compressor in existence.
High-Temperature Hydrogen Recirculation Pump for Fuel Cell
January 8, 2020
Uniquely designed for high-temperature mixed gas hydrogen production, the P13H032A-BLDC-SH semi-hermetic scroll compressor incorporates several innovations in one versatile fuel cell recirculation pump.
Corrosion-Resistant Scroll Hydrogen Blower
November 8, 2017
The P26H052A-BLDC-SH-SS scroll H2 blower is designed specifically for alkaline fuel cells and utilizes several innovations to operate with corrosive working fluids.
High-Capacity Scroll Compressor for Fuel Cell Applications
November 9, 2016
Efficient and quiet, the P34H080A-BLDC scroll compressor is designed for oil-free air delivery in transportation fuel cell applications.
Liquid-Cooled Scroll Compressor with Integrated Motor for Fuel Cell Vehicles
January 22, 2016
The P32H076A-BLDC-LC liquid-cooled scroll compressor delivers high-flow efficient performance in an oil-free, reliable, and compact design - ideal for mobile fuel cell applications.
Spinning Scroll Compressor for H2 Recirculation
April 3, 2014
The lightweight and semi-hermetic P21H050A-BLDC-SH-SS uses spinning scroll technology to recirculate high-temperature hydrogen in SOFCs.
Lightweight, Compact, Oil-free Scroll Compressor
February 7, 2013
The oil-free P24H056A-BLDC scroll compressor delivers high-flow performance in a compact, lightweight design - ideal for mobile applications.
Fuel Cell Hydrogen Recirculation Pump
November 1, 2011
P16H034C-BLDC-SH semi-hermetic scroll compressor for hydrogen recirculation in mobile fuel cell applications.
Stainless O2 and H2 Recirculation Pump
March 14, 2010
Stainless steel hydrogen and oxygen recirculation pump developed for Lockheed Martin’s ISIS program.
Fuel Cell + Scroll Technology Articles
- Eliminating Fuel Cell Parasitic Loading Using Scroll Expansion
- Combined Scroll Expansion-Compression H2 Pump Poster
Fuel Cell + Scroll Technology News
April 21, 2020
Visit Air Squared at Europe’s largest fuel cell exhibition, the Hydrogen + Fuel Cells Group Exhibit at Hannover Messe 2021.
Air Squared Part of Cross-Industry Collaboration Developing Hybrid Power Generation System
November 9, 2018
The ARPA-E INTEGRATE program has awarded a four-organization team, including Air Squared, funding to develop an innovative 125 kWe distributive power system.
February 1, 2016
Europe’s largest fuel cell exhibition, the Hydrogen + Fuel Cells + Batteries Group Exhibit at HANNOVER MESSE 2016.
March 6, 2015
The 21st Hydrogen, Fuel Cells, and Batteries Group Exhibit at HANNOVER MESSE 2015.
March 6, 2014
Air Squared, Inc. joins Europe's largest and most important fuel cell exhibition - The 20th Hydrogen + Fuel Cell + Battery Group Exhibit at HANNOVER MESSE 2014.
November 19, 2012
The 19th Group Exhibit Hydrogen + Fuel Cells at HANNOVER MESSE 2013.
2012 Fuel Cell Seminar & Exposition
October 9, 2012
Air Squared, Inc. joins fuel cell industry leaders at the 2012 Fuel Cell Seminar & Exposition.
Plug Power Places Large Production Order
October 27, 2011
Plug Power places large production order for Air Squared compressors used in GenDrive fuel cell units.
Development for Fuel Cell Recirculation Pumps
August 12, 2011
High-reliability oxygen and hydrogen fuel cell recirculation pumps for a lighter-than-air aircraft application.
Custom Scroll Design
Contact Air Squared to learn how custom scroll design can support fuel cell applications with the most advanced compressor and vacuum pump solution available.
Advanced Custom Design Capability for Fuel Cell Applications
For over twenty-five years, Air Squared has continuously challenged the limits of possibility with scroll technology. With an ever-expanding range of custom design capability, put our long history of innovation to work in your next fuel cell application.
Oil-Free Scroll Design
Orbiting scroll technology offers a quiet oil-free alternative to traditional technology like piston, diaphragm, and vain.
High-Efficiency
When minimal power consumption is critical, leverage the inherent efficiency advantage of orbiting and spinning scroll technology.
Gases other than Air
With several patented semi-hermetic configurations, scroll compressors and vacuum pumps can be used for far more than moving air.
Compact Footprint
Unique staged configurations allow scroll compressors and vacuum pumps to fit in small space envelope without sacrificing performance.
Elevated Temperatures
Using patented liquid-cooled scroll technology and stainless steel or other alloys, solutions can be designed to withstand harsh temperatures and enviormental conditions.
High-Pressure
With patented liquid-cooled scroll technology, scroll compressors can now be designed for pressure ratios that were previously unattainable.
