Performances and Ageing of the SOFC Micro-CHP Boiler Developed by Ceramic Fuel Cells Ltd. and De Dietrich Thermique

摘要

In the framework of the collaboration between the Australian fuel cell manufacturer Ceramic Fuel Cells Limited (CFCL), the French boiler manufacturer De Dietrich Thermique (BDR Thermea Group) and the gas and electricity utility GDF SUEZ, a first integrated prototype of a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) micro-CHP boiler is being tested in the Fuel Cells laboratory of GDF SUEZ Research and Innovation Division since the 4th of January 2010. This prototype named "Beta 0" is a second generation prototype after a proof of concept phase named "Alpha". The Beta 0, contrary to the Alpha, is a full integration of a 15kWth condensing gas boiler and a 2kWe SOFC fuel cell. The prototype is connected to a 200L domestic hot water tank.