How Does Chemical Fouling Affect Catalytic Performance?
Chemical fouling impacts catalytic performance in several detrimental ways:
Active sites get blocked, reducing the number of sites available for catalytic reactions. It increases pressure drop across the catalyst bed, leading to higher operational costs. Fouling can alter the physical and chemical properties of the catalyst, rendering it less effective. It may necessitate frequent shutdowns for regeneration or replacement of the catalyst, leading to downtime.
