Fuel Cell Rust: Myth or Reality? A Guide to Maintaining Your Fuel Cell

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The discussion centers on concerns about potential rusting in the Thames and Kosmos Fuel Cell car due to residual water in the fuel cell. The key point raised is that rusting is contingent on the material composition of the fuel cell; specifically, if it is made of steel, the presence of water could lead to rust. The inquiry highlights the importance of understanding the materials used in the product to assess the risk of corrosion effectively.
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[SOLVED] Can my fuel cell rust

I just bought the THames and Kosmos Fuel Cell car and experiment kit.
I used it to day and their is still a small amount of water left in the fuel cell. will this make it rust. here's a link to the car

http://www.thamesandkosmos.com/store/fuelcell1.html

thank you for your help
 
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Originally posted by My User Name
I just bought the THames and Kosmos Fuel Cell car and experiment kit.
I used it to day and their is still a small amount of water left in the fuel cell. will this make it rust. here's a link to the car

http://www.thamesandkosmos.com/store/fuelcell1.html

thank you for your help
Thats pretty cool - whether or not it will rust depends on whether or not it is made of steel...
 
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