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Alkali Metal-Silicide

Produce High-Pressure Hydrogen From Any Water

SiGNa has developed a new low-temperature method for stabilizing alkali metal-silicide powders that can be used to instantly generate H2 from its reaction with any water. The by-products of this reaction are environmentally benign, producing alkali metal silicates. The material is a free-flowing powder that is easily handled in dry air. It does not react with oxygen and absorbs moisture from air slowly without ignition. These advantageous properties combine to make these materials convenient sources of H2 for portable fuel cell applications.

Product Advantages

Yield:
Produces more than 9 wt.% hydrogen upon reaction with water
Kinetics:
Produces clean hydrogen gas instantly and controllably from water
Ease of Use:
Does not use expensive catalysts
Safety:
Does not ignite spontaneously in air and does not react with oxygen gas
Byproducts:
Generates environmentally-friendly, non-toxic waste
Cost:
Uses inexpensive starting materials

New Discoveries

Currently SiGNa is working on the next element in the alkali metal family, Lithium. A number of new discoveries have been made. Read More

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