Chemical studies on SYNTHOIL process. Fifth quarterly report, September 1--December 1, 1976. [Catalyst deactivation; mineral matter effects; preheater studies; 14 refs. ; Co--Mo]
- ed.
In support of the Pittsburgh Energy Research Center's SYNTHOIL process for coal liquefaction, Sandia has undertaken three tasks; Catalyst Deactivation, Mineral Matter Effects, and Preheater Studies. In the last quarter, the catalyst deactivation studies continue to indicate loss of catalytic activity early in a run. Micropulse catalyst studies indicate the cracking activity of used Co-Mo catalyst is decreased more than other catalytic effects. In the mineral matter effect studies, techniques for selective demineralization of coal have been developed by controlled removal of the mineral matter from 9.95 to 1.14 percent and of the iron in the ash from 15 to 5 percent. The next step is to liquefy demineralized coal and determine changes in the product chemistry and quality. The continuous reactor used for the preheater studies is being modified based on recommendations from PERC. Pressure testing is anticipated in December and process checkout in January.
- Research Organization:
- Sandia Labs., Albuquerque, NM (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- EY-76-C-04-0789
- OSTI ID:
- 7228464
- Report Number(s):
- SAND-77-0101
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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