HYDROGEN GENERATION SYSTEM

A hydrogen generation system includes a plurality of cell stack assemblies, each including a plurality of cells. The cell stack assemblies are electrically connected in series. The cell stack assemblies each receive water and electricity and generate hydrogen as a result of an electrochemical reaction within the cells. The hydrogen is intended for use outside of the system and may be stored or transported to another location. A plurality of conduits carry water into and water, oxygen and hydrogen away from the cell stack assemblies. The conduits each include a dielectric section near the respective cell stack assembly to reduce or eliminate shunt currents between the cell stack assemblies. The dielectric sections may also serve to electrically isolate the cell stack assemblies from grounded portions of the system, such as a supporting frame.