Technical Specification:
- Material Composition:
- Material: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).
- Chemically inert, heat-resistant, and non-reactive with a wide range of chemicals, including strong acids, alkalis, and organic solvents.
- Purity: High-grade PTFE to ensure maximum chemical compatibility and durability.
- Material: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).
- Physical Dimensions:
- Volume: 500 mL.
- Designed to fit precisely inside a 500 mL stainless steel hydrothermal autoclave reactor.
- Wall Thickness: Typically 2–5 mm, providing robust structural integrity under pressure.
- Height and Diameter:
- Engineered to match the internal dimensions of standard 500 mL reactors.
- Volume: 500 mL.
- Thermal Properties:
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 220°C–250°C, depending on the PTFE liner’s specific thermal tolerance.
- Thermal Stability:
- Maintains structural and chemical integrity across a broad temperature range.
- Mechanical Properties:
- Durability:
- Designed to withstand high pressures, typically 3–6 MPa (30–60 bar).
- Smooth Surface:
- Non-stick surface minimizes material adherence, facilitating easy cleaning and maintenance.
- Durability:
- Chemical Resistance:
- Inertness:
- Resistant to strong acids (e.g., HCl, H₂SO₄), bases (e.g., NaOH), and aggressive organic solvents.
- Non-Contaminating:
- Prevents chemical interactions with the stainless steel reactor body.
- Inertness:
- Packaging:
- Delivered pre-fitted or as a standalone liner for easy insertion into compatible autoclave reactors.
Applications:
- Primary Applications:
- Reaction Vessel Liner:
- Protects the stainless steel reactor from corrosive and reactive substances during hydrothermal or solvothermal synthesis.
- Reaction Vessel Liner:
- Industries:
- Material Science:
- Used in the fabrication of nanomaterials, crystals, and advanced functional materials.
- Chemical Research:
- Enables high-temperature, high-pressure reactions to synthesize new compounds or study reaction mechanisms.
- Pharmaceuticals:
- Suitable for high-purity compound synthesis and crystallization.
- Geology:
- Replicates natural hydrothermal conditions for mineral growth and geological simulations.
- Material Science:
- Advantages for Applications:
- Large Capacity:
- Ideal for medium to large-scale experiments and synthesis processes.
- Chemical Compatibility:
- Suitable for handling a wide variety of reactive chemicals without risk of contamination.
- Thermal Resistance:
- Reliable performance in elevated temperature environments up to 250°C.
- Ease of Maintenance:
- Non-stick surface allows for effortless cleaning and reusability.
- Protection:
- Shields the stainless steel reactor body from corrosive damage, extending its lifespan.
- Large Capacity:
- Specialized Uses:
- Nanotechnology:
- Supports the synthesis of graphene, nanowires, and other advanced nanostructures.
- Catalyst Development:
- Enables the creation of advanced catalysts for industrial and research applications.
- Experimental Research:
- Facilitates the study of high-pressure reaction dynamics and material behaviors under controlled conditions.
- Nanotechnology:
- Challenges and Mitigation:
- Volume and Scale:
- While accommodating 500 mL, it may be insufficient for industrial-scale synthesis.
- Solution: Use for research and pilot studies before scaling up.
- While accommodating 500 mL, it may be insufficient for industrial-scale synthesis.
- Temperature Limits:
- PTFE may degrade above 250°C.
- Solution: Adhere strictly to recommended temperature ranges to maintain liner performance.
- PTFE may degrade above 250°C.
- Handling Care:
- PTFE is softer than metals and prone to scratches or deformation.
- Solution: Use non-abrasive tools for cleaning and handle gently.
- PTFE is softer than metals and prone to scratches or deformation.
- Volume and Scale:
Summary:
The PTFE Inside Chamber for Hydrothermal Synthesis Autoclave Reactors (500 mL) is a robust and versatile solution for conducting high-pressure, high-temperature chemical reactions. Its chemical inertness, thermal resistance, and non-stick surface make it indispensable for advanced material synthesis, nanotechnology, and chemical research. With its large capacity and protective properties, it ensures efficient and reliable operation in demanding laboratory environments.