Special Edition / The right reasons to choose a fuel cell

Electrical autonomy is a real problem on a boat. More and more consumers (refrigerator, on-board electronics) are using electricity. To keep the freedom of wild anchorages, far from the electrical outlets of the ports, it is necessary to equip oneself with means of recharging for one's batteries.

The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell from SFC Energy is an increasingly popular solution. It provides the same comfort as a conventional power supply, directly from an electrical outlet. The figures speak for themselves: worldwide, nearly 36,000 SFC Energy fuel cells are used for various applications.

1 - Does not take into account climatic conditions

Unlike solar panels (photovoltaic cells only work during the day and in good weather) and wind turbines (which require wind to turn), fuel cells provide electricity, regardless of the weather, in both summer and winter. All he cares about is the state of charge of the battery. If the battery falls below the defined discharge level, the fuel cell switches on and charges the battery. Once the battery is full, it automatically stops and goes into standby mode, waiting for the next charge.

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2 - Reliable current at all times

A fuel cell charges the battery whenever necessary, as long as there is fuel. With a 10-litre fuel cartridge, it offers you an autonomy of about 4 weeks.

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3 - Silent

A fuel cell makes as little noise as a modern laptop when it is running. It is still much less than a generator that runs on a diesel engine.

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4 - Ecological

When in use, a fuel cell releases only a small amount of water and a small amount of carbon dioxide, about as much as when an adult breathes. The fuel, a simple alcohol found in nature, is very environmentally friendly and highly biodegradable. It is supplied to you in very practical fuel cartridges, which are designed and controlled in such a way that the user is never in direct contact with their contents.

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5 - Maintenance-free

Once installed according to the installation instructions, the fuel cell requires no maintenance throughout its life.

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6 - Light and compact

With compact dimensions (44.3 x 20.2 x 28.8 cm) and a weight limited to 8 kg, the EFOY COMFORT fuel cell can be stowed in a small space that is easy to find on a boat (under the bunk, trunk...)

7 - Power, everywhere and always

The EFOY COMFORT fuel cell comes with a 2-year SFC Energy manufacturer's warranty, which can also be extended to 5 years. Fuel cartridges are available from more than 1,500 motorhome and boat dealers throughout Europe. The myEFOY application allows you to control the fuel cell easily on your smartphone or tablet and to consult all the data related to its operation.

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