AGC Chemicals Americas introduces two FORBLUE i-SERIES ionomer dispersion grades that help boost the power and durability of H₂ fuel cells in fuel cell vehicles (FCVs). These grades are perfluorosulfonic acid (PFSA) ionomer dispersions in an aqueous media of alcohol and water.

AGC’s FORBLUE product family includes unique, eco-friendly solutions for separating various chemicals. FORBLUE i-SERIES grade IC100 is designed to boost an electrode’s resistance to cracking. It forms and maintains a robust catalyst layer, even after long-term operation. FORBLUE i-SERIES grade IC154 is designed to improve electrode performance. It has a higher ion exchange capacity than IC100.

Because FORBLUE i-SERIES grades increase proton conductivity and chemical and mechanical stability in the fuel cell system, they enable FCVs to have a greater energy output and more reliable long-term operation compared to competitive ionomer dispersions.