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Item # 3AP8-300, Type 3A Molecular Sieve
1/8" Pellets 300 lb


K12[(AlO2)12(SiO2)12] • X H2O
Molecular Sieve Type 3A, the potassium form of the Type A Crystal structure, is an alkali metal alumino-silicate. Available in powder and pellets for commercial dehydration of unsaturated hydrocarbon streams such as cracked gas, propylene, butadiene and acetylene. Type 3A is also used for drying polar liquids such as methanol and ethanol.




Specifications  · Typical Physical Properties  · Molecular Sieve Information  · Other

Specifications

Form

Quantity
300 lb


Typical Physical Properties

Nominal Pore Diameter (angstroms)
3

Particle Diameter (mm)1
3.2

Bulk Density (lb/ft³)
40

Heat of Adsorption (Btu/lb H20)
1800

Crush Strength (lbs)
20

Equilibrium H20 Capacity (wt-%)2
21

Moisture Content (wt-%)
1
1 The length of the pellets is approximately twice the diameter.
2 Measured at 17.5mm HG and 25°C


Molecular Sieve Information

Form Detail
  • Pellets are cylindrically formed products whose diameters are controlled (1/16" or 1/8" as specified).


Other

Safety and Handling
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) available on the top of this page.

More Information
See the UOP brochure entitled "Molecular Sieve Safety Bulletin for Manufacturers", or contact your ASGE representative.


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