Valves for Hydrogen Applications – Ensuring Safe and Efficient Operations

Valves for Hydrogen Applications – Ensuring Safe and Efficient Operations

Hydrogen is emerging as a key component in achieving net-zero targets. Whether it's powering vehicles, fuelling industrial processes, or storing renewable energy, hydrogen's potential is vast, but it also comes with unique challenges. At the heart of managing these challenges safely and effectively are valves for hydrogen applications.

The Critical Role of Valves in Hydrogen Systems

Hydrogen can be volatile and can permeate through many materials. If this is not properly managed, it can cause you issues such as system degradation and hydrogen embrittlement. Therefore, selecting the right hydrogen valve is not just a matter of efficiency, it’s a question of safety and compliance.

Engineers and operations managers working with hydrogen systems must consider several factors when specifying valves:

• Leak-tight sealing to prevent hazardous escape of gas.

• Material compatibility with hydrogen to avoid degradation over time.

• High pressure resistance, especially for storage and transport applications.

• Precision control for dosing, mixing, or switching functions.

Your Partner in Hydrogen Safety

Fine Controls offer a range of Burkert hydrogen valves designed specifically for demanding hydrogen applications. These valves are engineered to meet stringent industry standards, including ISO 19880-3 and EC79 for hydrogen components.

Among the most popular solutions are Burkert’s hydrogen solenoid valves, which offer:

• Robust stainless steel or special alloy bodies to resist hydrogen embrittlement.

• Hermetically sealed coils to ensure ignition protection.

• High response speed and repeatability for precise control in dynamic systems.

See our hydrogen valves checklist here.

Trusted by Engineers, Specified by Experts

With over 30 years of experience in process automation and fluid control, Fine Controls has become a trusted advisor and supplier to engineers, procurement specialists, and plant managers. Our technical team works closely with customers to ensure each valve solution not only meets technical requirements but also exceeds safety expectations.

Whether you're buying components for hydrogen fuelling stations, electrolyser systems, or high-pressure storage, we provide guidance and support every step of the way.

Discover Our Hydrogen Valve Range

Explore Fine Controls’ full range of valves for hydrogen applications here. Our solutions help you build safe, efficient, and future-proof hydrogen systems, from compact solenoid valves to complete control valve assemblies.

Contact Fine Controls today to speak with a hydrogen application specialist or to request a quote on a hydrogen solenoid valve tailored to your needs.