UiO-66 (AF-MO-D-UIO6-1072-0000)RESEARCH GRADE MATERIAL
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Activation under vacuum at 120°C for 12 hours is recommended before analytical testing to release full framework porosity. Storage must remain dry and tightly sealed to prevent moisture exposure.
- Pre-Activation: Activate the material under vacuum at 120°C for 12 hours to release full framework porosity before analytical testing.
- Moisture Protection: Maintain the material in a dry, tightly sealed environment to prevent moisture exposure.
- Storage Temperature: Preserve the material under ambient or cryogenic low-temperature ranges.
- Thermal Processing Limit: Maintain processing temperatures at or below 400°C to preserve the crystal lattice.
- Aqueous and Acidic Compatibility: The framework maintains phase stability in multi-phase aqueous solutions and aggressive acidic environments.
Activate the framework under vacuum at 120°C for 12 hours to open its full pore structure before use. Store the activated powder in a dry, tightly sealed container to prevent moisture uptake.
Required Equipment: Vacuum oven
- Load material
Place the UiO-66 powder into a vacuum oven. - Set temperature
Set the oven temperature to 120°C. - Evacuate and hold
Apply vacuum and maintain the activation conditions for 12 hours. - Store activated powder
Transfer the activated powder to a dry, tightly sealed container to prevent moisture exposure.
How does the dual-pore structure of UiO-66 affect its gas adsorption selectivity compared to single-pore MOFs?
UiO-66 features two distinct pore channels at 0.8 nm and 1.1 nm, enabling size-selective molecular sieving and tunable adsorption kinetics. This dual-pore architecture enhances separation efficiency for mixed gas streams by providing multiple diffusion pathways, which is particularly valuable for CO2 capture and hydrocarbon separation.
Can UiO-66 be used in aqueous-phase catalytic reactions without structural degradation?
Yes, UiO-66 exhibits exceptional phase stability in multi-phase aqueous solutions and aggressive acidic environments. The material maintains perfect structural resilience under these conditions, making it a reliable catalyst support or adsorbent for water-based processes.
What is the recommended activation protocol to achieve the full surface area of UiO-66?
To release full framework porosity before analytical testing, activate UiO-66 under vacuum at 120°C for 12 hours. This pre-treatment removes adsorbed moisture, solvents, or guest molecules, ensuring the material reaches its specified BET surface area of 1100 m²/g.
This variable-weight UiO-66 (zirconium MOF) offers a benchmark 1100 m²/g BET surface area with dual-pore architecture (0.8 nm and 1.1 nm), thermal stability >400°C, and exceptional resilience in aqueous and acidic environments, making it a reliable platform for gas adsorption, storage, and catalysis research.
Positive
- High surface area and dual-pore uniformity: With a BET surface area of 1100 m²/g and precisely controlled 0.8 nm and 1.1 nm pore channels, this MOF ensures predictable molecular diffusion and high capacity for gas capture and catalytic substrate applications.
- Exceptional chemical and thermal stability: The coordination framework maintains structural integrity in aqueous solutions, aggressive acidic media, and at temperatures exceeding 400°C, enabling use under demanding processing conditions.
Trade-offs
- Pre-activation required for full porosity: To release the complete framework porosity, the material must be activated under vacuum at 120°C for 12 hours before analytical use, adding a preparation step for lab workflows.
- Strict moisture control during storage: The powder must be stored in a dry, tightly sealed environment to prevent moisture adsorption, which could compromise its pore structure and performance.
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