With Professor Sawae of Kyushu University, Starlite has developed a new material for ultra-high pressure hydrogen compressor.

By combining Professor Sawae’s extensive knowledge of tribological properties in normal-pressure and high-pressure hydrogen environments with Starlite’s composite material and sealing technologies, we have developed a material that brings together unparalleled durability and sealing performance.

In the initial stages of the research, we worked with Professor Sawae to thoroughly test the material properties in a hydrogen environment, and we identified issues and sought solutions. After that, we repeated the process of making prototypes and conducting demonstration tests and confirmed that the durability of the ultra-high pressure hydrogen compressor for hydrogen stations had been improved.

Professor Sawae said, “When discussing with Starlite, the theme sometimes comes from a phenomenon that occurs in the field, so there are many insights that cannot be gained through research alone. I also have a sense of pride that we have been able to develop the material through the integration of the voices in the field with my experiment data, and the material has been used to manufacture seal rings that will help spread the hydrogen society.”

To meet his expectations, we will continue to deepen our collaboration with Professor Sawae and develop the knowledge gained through this project into something that is “crucial for the energy revolution”. We will continue developing further technologies as the basis for the development of next-generation materials for the realization of a future hydrogen energy society.

👉Starlite Co., Ltd.｜On Your Side Vol.4 – KYUSHU UNIVERSITY HYDROGENIUS × ALP, the composite material grade, for ultra-high pressure hydrogen compressor sealing