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Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells (MCFC)
Molten carbonate fuel cells operate at very high temperatures (600-700°C)
that allow them to use fuel directly with a simplified fuel processor. They require significant
time to reach operating temperature and to respond to changes in electricity demand, and therefore
are best suited for the provision of constant power in large utility applications.
Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC)
Solid oxide fuel cells operate at extremely high temperatures (700-1000°C). As a result,
they can tolerate relatively impure fuels. Their relatively simple design combined with the significant
time required to reach operating temperature and to respond to changes in electricity demand make
them suitable for large to very large stationary power applications.
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