What are the Main Applications of High Pressure Catalysts?
High pressure catalysts are extensively used in various industrial processes:
Ammonia Synthesis: The Haber-Bosch process, which synthesizes ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen, operates under high pressure and utilizes iron-based catalysts. Methanol Production: The synthesis of methanol from carbon monoxide and hydrogen is carried out under high pressure using copper-based catalysts. Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis: This process converts syngas (a mixture of carbon monoxide and hydrogen) into hydrocarbons, using iron or cobalt catalysts at high pressures. Hydrocracking: In the petroleum industry, high pressure catalysts are used to break down large hydrocarbon molecules into smaller, more valuable products like gasoline and diesel.
