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Fischer-Tropsch process

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OSTI ID:866270

A Fischer-Tropsch process utilizing a product selective and stable catalyst by which synthesis gas, particularly carbon-monoxide rich synthesis gas is selectively converted to higher hydrocarbons of relatively narrow carbon number range is disclosed. In general, the selective and notably stable catalyst, consist of an inert carrier first treated with a Group IV B metal compound (such as zirconium or titanium), preferably an alkoxide compound, and subsequently treated with an organic compound of a Fischer-Tropsch metal catalyst, such as cobalt, iron or ruthenium carbonyl. Reactions with air and water and calcination are specifically avoided in the catalyst preparation procedure.

Research Organization:
AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS INC
DOE Contract Number:
AC22-80PC30021
Assignee:
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (Allentown, PA)
Patent Number(s):
US 4670472
OSTI ID:
866270
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English