Fuel Cells

SFC Energy JENNY 1200 Fuel Cell

The SFC Energy JENNY 1200 Fuel Cell is a mission-critical power source engineered to meet the intense demands of military field operations and tactical deployments. Designed to support extended off-grid missions, the JENNY 1200 delivers silent, reliable energy with a low thermal profile, ideal for maintaining operational stealth. Utilising advanced methanol fuel cell technology, it provides long-lasting power for essential equipment and communications, ensuring mission continuity without frequent resupply needs. Its compact, ruggedised design is built to withstand harsh conditions, allowing easy integration into military packs and rapid deployment in challenging environments.

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Features

  • Silent Operation: Operates with minimal noise to support covert missions.
  • Long-lasting Power: Provides extended energy for uninterrupted off-grid deployment.
  • Low Thermal Signature: Maintains a low heat output for enhanced stealth in the field.
  • Lightweight and Portable: Compact design fits easily into military packs for quick mobility. Approved for air transport in accordance with UN3473.
  • Rugged Durability: Built to withstand extreme weather and challenging environments.
  • Minimal Maintenance: Reliable operation with minimal upkeep, ideal for remote missions.
Specifications
TECHNICAL DATA
Max. charging power per day 1200 Wh
Nominal power 50 W
Voltage range 10 – 30 V DC[1]
Nominal voltage 16.4 V DC [3]
Weight < 3.3 kg
Dimensions L x W x H 214.5 x 96 x 264 mm
Nominal consumption < 1.0 l/kWh @ 50 W [4]
User interface LCD Display with full text messages
Data interface SMBus (compliant with SMBus v 1.0 or higher)
Electrical interface Glenair # 804-005-07ZNU6-7SC
Chargeable batteries

Lead acid, lead gel, AGM (VRAL), LiFePO4

Chargeable smart batteries

SMBus batteries (e.g. BB2590, BT70884)

[1] Power output can temporarily decrease when operation temperature is above +40 °C or at altitude above 2,500 m
[2] Voltage is self adjusting via SMBus communication or can be manually adjusted.
[3] Factory setting.
[4] Effective consumption depends on operating conditions.
[5] For temperature range below -20 °C a winter pouch should be used.
[6] Frost-Protection mode needs to be activated manually when putting the fuel cell in the off state.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating temperature

-20 °C to +49 °C

Start-up temperature

+3 °C to +49 °C

Storage temperature

+1 °C to +71 °C

-20 °C to +71 °C in Frost-Protection Mode [6]

Humidity

0 to 95 %

Water protection

MIL-STD 810G method 506.5, procedure I – blowing rain Operation in heavy rainfall

Sand and dust

MIL-STD 810G method 510.5, procedure I

Vibration

MIL-STD 810G method 514.6, category 5, 8, 20 and 23

Drop

MIL-STD 810G method 516.6,

procedure I & IV

Operating altitude

up to 4,000 m

Noise

20 m non detectable

Inclination along the lateral

/ roll axis

 

Permanent max +/- 90°

 

Selection Table
Delivery content JENNY 1200

Item number

NSN Number

JENNY 1200 Fuel Cell – color: sand 303 002 016 -
User Manual JENNY 1200 303 901 037 -
Quick Reference JENNY 1200 303 901 038 -
Service Fluid, 100 ml 150 903 001 6810-12-383-1616

 

Optional cables

Item number

NSN Number

Li-145 Y-cable 905 906 072 6150-12-377-3236
Li-145 charging cable 905 906 073 -
BB-2590 Y-cable 905 906 074 6150-12-389-4598
BB-2590 charging cable 905 906 075 -
PM3G Cable 905 906 165 6150-12-381-8016
MicroSun Y-cable 905 906 078 -

 

Accessories and spare parts

Item number

NSN Number

Air Filter – color: sand 303 046 030 -
Service Fluid, 100 ml 150 903 001 6810-12-383-1616
Winter Pouch JENNY 1200 303 902 038 -

 

Fuel Cartridges

M2.5 Regular

M5 Regular

Item number 303 905 069 303 905 097
NSN Number 6810-12-381-8735 6810-12-382-0392
Volume 2500 ml 5000 ml
Content 100 % methanol 100 % methanol
Weight 2.2 kg 4.3 kg
Nominal capacity min. 2500 Wh min. 5 kWh
Operating temperature -32 °C to +49 °C -32 °C to +49 °C
Dimensions L x W x H 153 x 115 x 231 mm 190 x 145 x 283 mm

 

Technical Illustrations
Downloads
SFC_JENNY_1200_Fuel_Cell.pdf
TECHNICAL DATA
Max. charging power per day 1200 Wh
Nominal power 50 W
Voltage range 10 – 30 V DC[1]
Nominal voltage 16.4 V DC [3]
Weight < 3.3 kg
Dimensions L x W x H 214.5 x 96 x 264 mm
Nominal consumption < 1.0 l/kWh @ 50 W [4]
User interface LCD Display with full text messages
Data interface SMBus (compliant with SMBus v 1.0 or higher)
Electrical interface Glenair # 804-005-07ZNU6-7SC
Chargeable batteries

Lead acid, lead gel, AGM (VRAL), LiFePO4

Chargeable smart batteries

SMBus batteries (e.g. BB2590, BT70884)

[1] Power output can temporarily decrease when operation temperature is above +40 °C or at altitude above 2,500 m
[2] Voltage is self adjusting via SMBus communication or can be manually adjusted.
[3] Factory setting.
[4] Effective consumption depends on operating conditions.
[5] For temperature range below -20 °C a winter pouch should be used.
[6] Frost-Protection mode needs to be activated manually when putting the fuel cell in the off state.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating temperature

-20 °C to +49 °C

Start-up temperature

+3 °C to +49 °C

Storage temperature

+1 °C to +71 °C

-20 °C to +71 °C in Frost-Protection Mode [6]

Humidity

0 to 95 %

Water protection

MIL-STD 810G method 506.5, procedure I – blowing rain Operation in heavy rainfall

Sand and dust

MIL-STD 810G method 510.5, procedure I

Vibration

MIL-STD 810G method 514.6, category 5, 8, 20 and 23

Drop

MIL-STD 810G method 516.6,

procedure I & IV

Operating altitude

up to 4,000 m

Noise

20 m non detectable

Inclination along the lateral

/ roll axis

 

Permanent max +/- 90°

 

Delivery content JENNY 1200

Item number

NSN Number

JENNY 1200 Fuel Cell – color: sand 303 002 016 -
User Manual JENNY 1200 303 901 037 -
Quick Reference JENNY 1200 303 901 038 -
Service Fluid, 100 ml 150 903 001 6810-12-383-1616

 

Optional cables

Item number

NSN Number

Li-145 Y-cable 905 906 072 6150-12-377-3236
Li-145 charging cable 905 906 073 -
BB-2590 Y-cable 905 906 074 6150-12-389-4598
BB-2590 charging cable 905 906 075 -
PM3G Cable 905 906 165 6150-12-381-8016
MicroSun Y-cable 905 906 078 -

 

Accessories and spare parts

Item number

NSN Number

Air Filter – color: sand 303 046 030 -
Service Fluid, 100 ml 150 903 001 6810-12-383-1616
Winter Pouch JENNY 1200 303 902 038 -

 

Fuel Cartridges

M2.5 Regular

M5 Regular

Item number 303 905 069 303 905 097
NSN Number 6810-12-381-8735 6810-12-382-0392
Volume 2500 ml 5000 ml
Content 100 % methanol 100 % methanol
Weight 2.2 kg 4.3 kg
Nominal capacity min. 2500 Wh min. 5 kWh
Operating temperature -32 °C to +49 °C -32 °C to +49 °C
Dimensions L x W x H 153 x 115 x 231 mm 190 x 145 x 283 mm

 

SFC_JENNY_1200_Fuel_Cell.pdf

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