Description
Hydrogen Storage & Compression calculation spreadsheet to ISO 19880-1
This hydrogen storage compression calculation workbook by 3D-LABS covers storage vessel sizing, cascade fill and multi-stage compression. You enter 18 design inputs and the sheet returns 12 key results with pass/fail checks, every formula visible and traceable to ISO 19880-1. It is a ready-to-use Excel file for hydrogen engineers, checkers and students who need a clear, auditable calculation rather than a black-box program.
Calculation steps
- Storage Volume & Cascade & Compression Power
- Real-Gas Storage Inventory With Z Factors And Multi-Stage Adiabatic Compression
- Gas Density At Storage Conditions
- Storage Volume & Vessel Count
- Cascade Bank Configuration
- Compression Power
Results you get
- Density at max pressure (kg/m³)
- Usable density swing (kg/m³)
- Water volume required (m³)
- Number of vessels
- Usable inventory (kg)
- Mass utilisation (%)
- Compression stages
- Stage pressure ratio
- Stage discharge temp (°C)
- Compressor power (kW)
- Specific energy (kWh/kg)
- Interstage cooling (kW)
Codes and references
- ISO 19880-1 — Gaseous hydrogen — Fuelling stations — General requirements (2020)
- ISO 19884 — Gaseous hydrogen — Cylinders and tubes for stationary storage (2023)
- ASME BPVC VIII Div. 3 — Alternative Rules for High Pressure Vessels (2023)
- NFPA 2 — Hydrogen Technologies Code (2023)
- CGA H-3 — Standard for Cryogenic Hydrogen Storage (cross-reference) (2019)
What’s included
- Editable Excel workbook (.xlsx) — Hydrogen-Storage-and-Compression-ISO-19880.xlsx
- Cover sheet with document number, revision and 3D-LABS title block
- Calculation sheet: colour-coded inputs (blue), formulas (black) and key results (yellow)
- Reference sheet listing the governing standards and editions
- Worked example pre-filled with realistic values
- One-click print to PDF for submission and checking
Frequently asked questions
Can I edit the formulas?
Yes. All cells are unlocked, so you can adapt the hydrogen storage & compression calculation to your own project standards.
Which software do I need?
Microsoft Excel 2016 or later, or any compatible spreadsheet (LibreOffice, Google Sheets).
How do I receive the file?
The download link appears immediately after payment and is also emailed to you.
Is it a substitute for engineering review?
No. The sheet is a design aid — results must be verified by a qualified engineer before use.
What Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator calculates
Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator is an Excel-native engineering calculation tool built by 3D-LABS for engineers, designers, and technical consultants across disciplines. It is used for performing repeatable, verifiable engineering calculations that would otherwise require manual longhand work. Every input is labelled and every output is traceable — the sheet is designed to be checkable, not a black box.
Codes and standards followed
Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator follows industry-standard Engineering codes including ASME, API, AWWA, TEMA, IS, EN, AISC, ACI, and other industry-standard codes. Each formula is cross-referenced to the applicable code clause so your reviewer can trace calculations back to the standard.
If your project requires a different code base (e.g. converting an IS-code sheet to an ASME basis), we can produce a code-variant edition on request. Contact info@3d-labs.com for a variant quote.
What is included in your download
- The Excel calculation file (.xlsx) — fully unlocked formulas, cell-level comments, and a clear input/output layout.
- A sample worked example — realistic inputs plus expected outputs so you can validate the spreadsheet against a known case.
- User notes (PDF) — assumptions, code clauses referenced, and edge-case guidance.
- Revision history — every update to the spreadsheet is logged so you know what changed and when.
- Email support — reply within 24 hours (Monday to Saturday, IST) for questions about the spreadsheet or its use.
Software requirements
Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator runs in Microsoft Excel 2016 or later on Windows and Mac. It is also compatible with LibreOffice Calc and can be imported into Google Sheets (some formatting may shift). No macros are required and no external add-ins are needed — every calculation runs in cell formulas, which means every step is auditable.
Pricing and delivery
Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator is priced at ₹4,999 (approximate USD equivalent shown in the cart). Delivery is instant — after payment you get a download link immediately and a receipt by email. One-time purchase, lifetime access, no subscriptions or hidden fees.
Payment methods: Cashfree (Indian customers) or PayPal International (customers outside India). Volume discounts are available on bundles of 5 or more spreadsheets from the same discipline — contact sales@3d-labs.com for a bundle quote.
Related tools and services
Engineers who work with Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator often also need:
- Other Engineering spreadsheets from our catalogue of 680 tools in this discipline.
- Our Engineering Design Services — for projects where the calculation is only part of a larger scope and you want the full engineering deliverable produced by 3D-LABS.
- Our online training courses — instructor-led programmes on Engineering topics, including software mastery and code walkthroughs.
- Our engineering e-book library — 115+ technical PDF references covering theory, practice, and code interpretation.
Frequently asked questions
What software do I need to run Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator?
The spreadsheet is delivered as a native Excel (.xlsx) file. It runs in Microsoft Excel 2016 or later on Windows and Mac. It also runs in LibreOffice Calc and Google Sheets (with import), though some formatting may shift. No macros are required — all logic runs in cell formulas so you can audit every step.
Which codes and standards does this spreadsheet follow?
Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator follows ASME, API, AWWA, TEMA, IS, EN, AISC, ACI, and other industry-standard codes. Every formula is cross-referenced to the code clause it implements, so your reviewer can trace the calculation back to the standard. If your project needs a different code, contact us — many spreadsheets are available in code-variant editions.
Are the formulas locked or editable?
All formulas are unlocked and editable. You can adapt inputs, add your own load combinations, integrate the sheet into your own workflow, and audit the logic. We do not password-protect our worksheets — an engineer should always be able to verify what the tool is doing.
What is included in the download?
The download includes: (1) the Excel calculation file with all formulas, (2) a sample worked example showing typical inputs and expected outputs, (3) a short user notes PDF explaining assumptions and code clauses used, and (4) a revision history so you can see how the sheet has been updated over time.
Do you offer support if I have questions?
Yes. Email support with any 3D-LABS spreadsheet purchase — reply within 24 hours (Mon-Sat, IST). We also offer paid tuning if you need the spreadsheet adapted to a specific project (typically USD 50-200 depending on scope). Contact info@3d-labs.com for details.
About 3D-LABS engineering spreadsheets
Hydrogen Storage & Compression (ISO 19880-1) — Excel Calculator is one of 680 engineering calculation spreadsheets in the 3D-LABS catalogue — the largest curated collection of code-compliant Excel calculators for practising engineers anywhere. Each sheet is built and reviewed by 3D-LABS engineers who use them daily on real client projects across pressure vessel design, storage tank design, piping stress analysis, structural engineering, heat exchanger design, and FEA services since 2003.
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