LK-823

AmmoniaHydrogenRenewables

Low methanol LTS catalyst

Cesium promoted for selectivity

Significant methanol reduction

Preferred for regulatory compliance

Low temperature shift catalyst

Topsoe’s low methanol LTS catalyst LK-823 is developed in response to the increasing concern for methanol by-product formation over LTS catalysts. Similar to LK-821-2 catalysts, it is based on oxides of copper, zinc, and aluminum. LK-823 differs in being promoted with a small amount of cesium leading to obtaining improved selectivity.

Application

LK-823 is used in ammonia and hydrogen plants for the conversion of carbon monoxide via the water-gas shift reaction. LK-823 is cesium promoted for minimum methanol by-product formation.

Reduction in methanol formation

A significant advantage of LK-823 is the reduction of methanol by-product formation by a factor of 8 to 10. This reduction is possible due to a small amount of promoter material, which is added to the catalyst with no compromise on activity. The advantages of lower methanol formation include additional hydrogen available for downstream processes, which further improves the plant owner’s bottom line.

Today, LK-823 is the preferred choice within the industry within lowering methanol emissions for meeting industry regulations on by-production formation without incurring additional equipment costs.

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Delivering optimal performance - Ammonia catalysts

Operational efficiency, improved asset utilization, longer cycles, and less downtime are essential requirements for the ammonia industry. Dive into this brochure to explore how Topsoe's catalysts help operators gain higher activities over a longer catalyst lifetime, less unplanned downtime, and lower energy costs.

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LTS catalysts for higher plant profits

Whether you operate an ammonia plant or a hydrogen plant, the performance of your low temperature shift catalyst is critical. Our LK-821-2 and LK-823 LTS catalysts deliver exceptional performance that will maximize your plant’s profitability.

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