99% REDUCTION IN ELECTROLYTE CONSUMPTION

As lead-acid batteries age, several chemical and physical changes occur that reduce their efficiency and increase electrolyte depletion. In flooded cells, the aging process eventually leads to higher gassing rates due to decreased charge efficiency and more frequent overcharging as the battery struggles to reach full state-of-charge.

The FLUX Vent utilizes an internal catalyst to recombine evolved hydrogen and oxygen gases into water vapor, which condenses back into the electrolyte—significantly reducing water loss under normal and elevated gassing conditions. As batteries age and electrochemical inefficiencies lead to increased gas generation, the FLUX Vent maintains electrolyte stability by efficiently capturing and returning water, thereby extending battery service life and minimizing maintenance requirements.

STANDARD VENTS = MORE WATER + MORE MAINTENANCE + MORE LABOR + MORE COST

1.4 LTR/MIN GAS RECOMBINATION RATE (G.R.R.)

The FLUX Vent achieves a Gas Recombination Rate (GRR) of 1.4 liters per minute—over 2.4 times greater than standard catalytic recombination vents and nearly 100 times more efficient than conventional OEM flame-arresting vents, which offer no recombination capability. This high-throughput catalytic reaction ensures rapid and reliable conversion of hydrogen and oxygen gases back into water, even under aggressive charging or aging battery conditions. By maintaining electrolyte volume more effectively than any other venting solution, the FLUX Vent supports longer battery life and significantly reduces maintenance demands in high-performance and mission-critical systems.

TEMPERATURE RANGE OF H-MAX CATALYST

When lab tested in a glass reactor, HMAX catalyst from Flow Systems Recombination Technologies had a consistent temperature profile. The Pd Palladium based formula reaches an average max temperature of 125° C and our Pt Platinum based formulation was slightly higher at 140° C. Both maintaining a low temperature threshold for added safety and security.

HMAX CATALYST EFFICIENCY INCREASES
WITH HIGHER TEMPERATURES

The FLUX Vent employs one of several precious metal catalyst whose recombination kinetics accelerate with rising temperatures. The warmer the surrounding ambient temperature is, the better FLUX Vents perform. This thermally responsive behavior makes it especially effective in higher-ambient-temperature regions such as the Middle East, South Asia, Latin America, and sub-Saharan Africa, where electrolyte retention and venting efficiency are critical to battery performance.

SPARK AND FLAME IGNITION TESTING

Safety is engineered into every FLUX product. Both the FLUX1000 and FLUX2000 have been rigorously tested to withstand externally initiated explosions caused by sparks or open flame in the vicinity of active battery cells. The FLUX Vents were certified to the SAE J1495 Test Procedure for Battery Flame Retardant Venting Systems - a stringent standard in the industry. All testing was performed by JBI Corporation, the industries leading battery testing facility. During this test, a live spark is ignited directly over the vent while the battery is under charge. Any ignition or explosion constitutes failure. All FLUX Vents successfully passed SAE J1495 testing without incident.

5 POINT MFG & POST PRODUCTION INSPECTION

After each FLUX Vent has been assembled, it goes through a rigorous 5 point inspection by one of our Quality Assurance team members including:

1) Observation and inspection of welded seams

2) Physical defect inspection

3) Bayonet fitment

4) Bi-directional valve pressure testing (when installed)

5) Rubber washer size compliance

MISC. TESTING

BCIS-06, DECEMBER 2010 - 75 AMP CYCLE TEST (Performed by JBI Corporation) - Confirmed water loss reduction values on 6V GC2 cells using FLUX1000 / FLUX2000

BCIS-06, DECEMBER 2010 - 75 AMP CYCLE TEST (Performed by JBI Corporation) - Confirmed water loss reduction values on 2V L16 cells using FLUX2000