Dana Metallic Bipolar Plate Accelerates Cost-Efficient Green Hydrogen
NEU-ULM, Germany, March 5, 2026 — Dana Incorporated is expanding its hydrogen portfolio with a metallic bipolar plate engineered for electrolyzers. Developed at Dana Neu-Ulm, the component combines precision forming, advanced coating, and integrated sealing to increase power density while reducing system cost.
Philipp Konrad, Head of e-Mobility Products at Dana Neu-Ulm, said:
Our bipolar plate brings together materials expertise and high-volume manufacturing to make green hydrogen more competitive,
“This truly innovative design supports faster industrialization without compromising durability or efficiency.”
Higher Output from a Compact Design
Produced from titanium or steel using high-speed forming, the plate enables complex flow-field geometries and consistent quality at scale. A conductive coating ensures electrical performance, and the molded elastomer seal maintains integrity across a wide temperature range. With material thickness near 0.1 mm and formats up to 800 × 800 mm, more plates fit within the same stack volume, raising power density and lowering cost per kilowatt.
Built on Proven Sealing Capability
Bipolar plates manage water, hydrogen, and oxygen flows while providing a reliable barrier inside the electrolyzer. Dana applied its experience in stamping, embossing, coating, and elastomer processing to deliver a robust solution for demanding operating conditions.
The new plate strengthens Dana’s commitment to technologies that advance decarbonization and the commercial growth of green hydrogen.
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Dana Metallic Bipolar Plate Accelerates Cost-Efficient Green Hydrogen
