Characterization of a highly integrated, natural convection-driven, condensing methanol reactor

T. N. van Schagen*, D. W.F. Brilman

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Abstract

A highly integrated, natural convection-driven, condensing methanol reactor with the catalyst bed, heat integration section and liquid product separation in a single pressure vessel without moving parts is successfully tested. Space-time yields of up to 600kgMeOHmcat.−3h−1 are demonstrated, comparable to other CO2-to-methanol processes. The internal recycle by natural convection is successfully achieved as well as significant heat integration. A further reduction of heat losses to the environment is needed for autothermal operation. The dynamic characteristics of the process, with fast start-up times, a high turn-down ratio add to the potential to deal with intermittent feed supply. Overall the LOGIC 2.0 reactor concept is a promising process configuration for green methanol production.

Original languageEnglish
Article number102961
JournalJournal of CO2 Utilization
Volume89
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2024

Keywords

  • UT-Hybrid-D
  • Intermittent operation
  • Methanol synthesis
  • Natural convection
  • Reactor design
  • CO hydrogenation

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