Hydrogen Generator

In response to the popularity of the Hydrogen Generator design mentioned on the “Hydrogen Powered” page, I have added a series of pictures and videos which show the Hydrogen Generator in operation.
Hopefully I will be able to add a more detailed, written, description of the Hydrogen Generator’s operating in the near future. In the mean time, I would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have via email (see “Contact Us” page).

For Hydrogen gas production rate statistics, consult the graphs on the “Hydrogen Powered” page.

Pictures

Videos

Description	Video
Preparing the Hydrogen Generator for operation: Adding 3, crushed, Aluminum soda cans and pouring in Sodium Hydroxide Solution	Good (0.9 MB) Better (2.0 MB) Best (11.8 MB)
Hydrogen Generator operating (shown ~10 minutes after the NaOH solution and Aluminum cans were added)	Good (0.3 MB) Better (0.7 MB) Best (3.7 MB)
Inflating a rubber balloon with the Hydrogen gas produced by the Generator	Good (0.6 MB) Better (1.3 MB) Best (7.4 MB)
Hydrogen-filled balloon floating away into the sky	Good (0.3 MB) Better (0.6 MB) Best (3.5 MB)
Lots of H₂ bubbles coming from Hydrogen Generator	Good (0.3 MB) Better (0.6 MB) Best (2.5 MB)
Igniting a Hydrogen-filled balloon by bringing it next to a lit candle. The balloon bursts and the Hydrogen gas instantly explodes with a very load Bang and large fire ball. If one chooses to repeat this demonstration, remember to take all necessary safety precautions and proceed with great care.	Good (0.1 MB) Better (0.2 MB) Best (1.3 MB)

Last updated: 01/07/2008