Here are the answers to the most common questions we get about the units we sell and how it effects your car, your insurance and the costs. If you have any questions then get in contact and we'll get back to you.

Hydrogen Injection Systems

Hydrogen injection systems for gasoline and diesel engines produce small amounts of hydrogen and oxygen on demand by electrolyzing water into combustible gases. The electricity required is supplied by the engine’s alternator or 12 volt electrical system. The hydrogen and oxygen are injected into the engine’s air intake manifold, where they mix with the regulated air. In theory, the combustion properties of the hydrogen result in a more complete combustion of the fuel inside the engine; reducing tailpipe emissions and improving fuel economy
A hydrogen injection system for a gasoline or diesel engine produces and uses significantly less hydrogen than a hydrogen fuel cell or hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), and does not require that compressed or liquid hydrogen be carried on the vehicle. The system is designed to produce hydrogen only while the vehicle is running. When the system is shut-off, no hydrogen is present on the vehicle.

Electrolysis of Water

The most abundant source of hydrogen on earth is water—every molecule of water contains one oxygen atom and two hydrogen atoms. It is relatively simple to separate the hydrogen in water from the oxygen using electricity to run an electrolyzer. An electrolyzer is a galvanic cell composed of an anode and a cathode submerged in a water-based electrolyte.

In many ways, the operation of an electrolyzer is the opposite of operating a hydrogen fuel cell. In a fuel cell, hydrogen and oxygen are supplied to the anode and the cathode, and they combine to form water while creating an electrical current that can be put to use. In an electrolyzer, an electrical current is applied between the anode and the cathode, which causes the water in the electrolyte to break down, releasing oxygen gas at the anode and hydrogen gas at the cathode.

Water and an onboard electrolyzer cannot be used to power a fuel cell or hydrogen ICE vehicle because of the large amount of electricity required to operate the electrolyzer. An electrolyzer can be used at a centralized fueling station to produce hydrogen, which is then compressed for on-site storage and delivery to vehicles. For a centralized electrolyzer, the electrical energy could be supplied from the electrical grid or from a dedicated renewable source, such as a wind turbine or solar cell array.

Onboard electrolyzers are used with hydrogen injection systems for gasoline and diesel engines. In this case, only a small amount of hydrogen and oxygen are produced to supplement, not replace, the fuel used in the engine. The electricity to operate the electrolyzer is typically supplied by the engine’s alternator or 12/24-VDC electrical system.

IS IT SAFE?

Yes! Although Hydrogen is a highly flammable gas, it is only produced when the ignition is switched on and it is fed into the engine and burned immediately (this technology is some-times referred to as Hydrogen on Demand for that reason). Even in the unfortunate case of a collision, there is no extra risk of explosion because there is no hydrogen “tank” to ignite. Any unburned gas that did escape (this could only be the tiny amount held within the inlet pipe) would disperse immediately as hydrogen is seven times lighter than air.

WILL IT AFFECT MY MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY?

A Hydrobooster installation is completely reversible - it can be removed at any time and there is no permanent change to the vehicle’s settings or performance. In a sense it is no different to your deciding to use high octane fuel. Having said that, it is almost always stated in the small print that any alteration at all may invalidate your warranty. The manufacturer will be camapigning to get Hydrobooster approved status with as many manufacturers as possible in the coming months.

WHAT ABOUT INSURANCE?

Hydrobooster is a fuel enhancement system and, because it’s not permanent, is not considered to be a modification(it’s no different to putting a high octane fuel in your tank).

It is classed as a fuel supplement. For this reason it should not affect your insurance premium.

IS YOUR HYDROBOOSTER GUARANTEED?

Yes, the product carries a TWELVE MONTH parts warranty. Furthermore Hydrocbooster is guaranteed to improve your vehicle’s economy and reduce it’s emissions or we will return your money in full provided that the claim is made within 30 days of the installation date.

WHAT MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED?
Hydroboosters produce hydrogen through the electrolysis of water, so it may be necessary for you to top the cells up with distilled water occasionally. Other than that, all that is necessary is a regular service (normally once a year, or more frequently for very high mileage drivers) during which the electrodes will be cleaned or replaced (if necessary).

WILL MY VEHICLE BREAK DOWN IF MY HYDROBOOSTER STOPS WORKING FOR ANY REASON?

No. In the unlikely event of a failure, the vehicle would run exactly as it did before the Hydrobooster was fitted.

DO HYDROBOOSTERS AFFECT MY VEHICLE'S WARRANTY?

No. Hydrobooster is a fuel enhancement system and, because it’s not permanent, is not considered to be a modification (it’s no different to putting a high octane fuel in your tank). For this reason it should not affect your vehicles warranty or your insurance premium.

WHAT DOES A HYDROBOOSTER COST?

The cost of a Hydrobooster system varies depending upon the size of your car’s engine. The bigger the cubic capacity, the greater the number of cells required. Fitting charges also vary depending on make, model, fuel type and geography (hourly rates for fitters in London are likely to be higher than in  Aberdeen for example). As a rule of thumb, the cost of a Hydrobooster should always be recouped in no more than 12,000 miles driving - often much less.