During the production of water by the fuel cells, some hydrogen remains in solution and must be removed before the water is used for cooking and drinking. The water dispenser (which is stowed in the Left Hand Forward Equipment Bay) can be fitted with 6-inch long cylindrical hydrogen gas separators, which serve to remove the unwanted gases. The separators are provided a specially designed bag and were stowed in locker A1 of the Command Module at launch. This bag was flown on the Apollo 11 Command Module during its historic mission. It was transferred to the Smithsonian in 1970.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
EQUIPMENT-Containers
Dimensions
3-D: 19.1 x 24.1 x 2.5cm (7 1/2 x 9 1/2 x 1 in.)
Materials
Beta Cloth
Synthetic Fabric
Paint
Aluminum
Ink
Inventory Number
A19791620000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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