LK-801

AmmoniaHydrogen

Copper-based catalyst

Performs water-gas shift reaction

Proven, reliable plant performance

High mechanical crush strength

Low temperature shift catalyst

LK-801 is Topsoe’s first generation LTS catalyst. Similar to our other LTS catalysts, it is based on oxides of copper, zinc, and aluminum.

Application

LK-801 is used in ammonia and hydrogen plants for the conversion of carbon monoxide via the water-gas shift reaction.

Competitive performance

The activity of LK-801, though not as high as that of Topsoe’s standard and premium LTS catalysts, has demonstrated its ability to optimize plant performance for decades at numerous plants worldwide.

High mechanical strength

LK-801 and its successors (LK-821-2, LK-823 and LK-853 FENCE™) are manufactured to ensure the highest possible crush strength, resulting in a low and stable pressure drop throughout the catalyst lifetime.

Highlights

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A certified classic in LTS conversion

To thrive in today’s market, ammonia and hydrogen plants need to convert more CO for less. The LK-801 LTS catalyst has been proving its superior conversion and efficiency for more than 20 years.

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