Abstract
The preparation of b-oriented MFI films from porous silica layers was investigated and optimized. The alumina supported silica membranes were immersed in a concentrated TPAOH solution. Finally b-oriented and well-intergrown MFI crystal films were produced by carrying out an in situ hydrothermal synthesis using a synthesis solution 1 SiO2:0.05 TPAOH:37.5–169 H2O:0.15 NaOH. The main function of the silica is twofold, it serves as a nucleation layer for the silicalite-1 and provides a smooth surface for the oriented crystal growth into a continuous layer. Prolonged synthesis duration leads to the formation of a secondary layer with increasing α-orientation.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 165-169 |
Journal | Microporous and mesoporous materials |
Volume | 120 |
Issue number | 1-2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2009 |
Keywords
- MFI
- Zeolite
- In situ crystallization
- Film
- Orientation
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