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Forget Gas! This Secret Tech Turns 'Booze' into Boat Power

7. desember 2023 · 4 min · 1K visninger · Seattle, Washington

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Bruno interviews Mark at the Seattle Boat Show regarding EFOY methanol fuel cells, which provide an alternative power source for marine applications.0:09 The fuel cell functions like a battery, using a stack containing platinum to convert liquid methanol into electricity.0:58 The system operates silently and independently of solar conditions, providing consistent power output day or night.1:35 Three models exist, offering daily outputs of 80, 150, or 250 amp hours.2:56 Each unit features a Bluetooth interface for remote monitoring via smartphone.2:43 The methanol fuel comes in rugged, fireproof canisters that provide 920 amp hours of power and remain stable for two years.3:47 Installation requires minimal space, making the system suitable for vessels with limited room for solar arrays.2:49 Prices for the units range from $4,000 to $7,000, with fuel canisters costing approximately $90 each.3:13 Distribution networks for the fuel and hardware span the West Coast from San Diego to Alaska, with Fisheries Supply and Southern California Marine Enterprise serving as primary retailers.4:12

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