FCwave 200 Fuel Cell Module
Ballard Power Systems
FCwave 200

FCwave 200 Fuel Cell Module

Rated Power Output
200 kW per module
System Efficiency
48-55% (LHV)

200 kW liquid-cooled PEM fuel cell module for data center UPS, marine, and stationary power applications. High durability, modular MW-scale scalable design.

Overview

The Ballard FCwave 200 is a high-performance liquid-cooled PEM fuel cell module delivering 200 kW of clean power. Designed for integration into data center UPS systems, marine propulsion, and stationary power applications, the FCwave platform offers industry-leading durability and power density. Its modular design enables scalable configurations from 200kW to multi-MW systems. When integrated with Vertiv UPS systems, the FCwave 200 provides zero-transfer-time backup power with lithium-ion battery buffer.

Technical Specifications

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Basic Specifications

Brand & Model
Ballard Power Systems / FCwave 200
Rated Power Output
200 kW per module
Output Voltage & Frequency
400-700 VDC (configurable)
System Efficiency
48-55% (LHV)

Transient Response & UPS Topology

Topology Type
Battery Hybrid UPS (partner integration)
Switchover / Transfer Time
0 ms (with battery buffer)
Fuel Cell Response Time
< 10 seconds to full power
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Fuel & Hydrogen Infrastructure

Hydrogen Purity Required
99.97% (ISO 14687 Grade D)
Hydrogen Consumption Rate
~32 kg/hr at 100% load
Inlet Pressure Range
2 - 8 bar
Fuel Cell Type
PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) - Liquid Cooled
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Environmental & Operational Data

Acoustic Noise Level
< 70 dB(A) @ 1m
Operating Temperature Range
-30°C to +50°C
Footprint / Dimensions & Weight
1.8m × 1.2m × 0.6m (module) / ~750 kg
Heat Rejection / Cooling
Liquid Cooled

Compliance & Certifications

CE Certification
✓ Certified
UL Certification
UL 1973 (integrated)
NFPA 2 Compliance
✓ Compliant
ISO Certification
ISO 9001, ISO 14001
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Sustainability Impact & ROI

CO₂ Reduction Potential
Zero CO2, NOx, SOx, or particulate emissions at point of use. Replaces diesel generators in critical backup power applications.
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