Several factors can impact membrane integrity, including:
- Chemical Compatibility: Membranes must be resistant to the chemicals they come into contact with during catalytic processes. Incompatible chemicals can degrade the membrane material, compromising its integrity. - Thermal Stability: Catalytic reactions often occur at elevated temperatures. Membranes must withstand these temperatures without deforming or degrading. - Mechanical Strength: Membranes must endure mechanical stresses such as pressure differentials and physical handling without tearing or rupturing. - Fouling: The accumulation of unwanted materials on the membrane surface can clog pores and reduce functionality. Fouling can be caused by particulates, biological growth, or chemical deposits.
