HORIBA Unveils Affordable PEM Fuel Cell Test Station to Accelerate Hydrogen Fuel Cell Innovation

HORIBA, Ltd. just rolled out a brand-new product designed to make life a whole lot easier for researchers and innovators working with hydrogen fuel cells. Say hello to the C05-LT 100W PEM benchtop fuel cell test station. Officially launched on May 1, 2025, at their UK facility in Northampton, this compact system brings a fresh dose of simplicity and safety to the world of PEM fuel cell testing.

Built for labs, built for innovation

This benchtop test station is a perfect fit for university labs and research teams looking for an affordable way into serious fuel cell technology development. It’s built with a plug-and-play setup, smart automation features, and tight safety controls that let you get straight to testing without the usual hassle. Whether you’re running standard experiments or experimenting with new components, the precision controls and automated purging system help keep conditions stable from start to finish. Bonus: it even includes nitrogen crossover capabilities for extra flexibility.

Powering the path to industrial decarbonization

This isn’t just a new piece of lab gear—it’s part of a bigger vision. HORIBA is stepping up its game in the hydrogen fuel cell space, aiming to support breakthroughs in early-stage research and drive progress in industrial decarbonization. By making advanced PEM fuel cell testing more accessible to emerging teams and academic institutions, the C05-LT helps lower the barrier to entry for players ready to innovate in hydrogen energy.

Fueling the future of clean energy

As the global race for cleaner, smarter energy solutions heats up, tools like the C05-LT play a key role in shaping what’s next. With growing investment in hydrogen infrastructure and widespread support for low-emission technologies, this benchtop system arrives at just the right moment to help engineers, scientists, and startups make meaningful progress in the world of fuel cell technology.