Description
Key Properties & Advantages
Al-FUM (KAR-F18)’s performance is defined by its robust aluminum fumarate structure and engineered porosity:
Exceptional Stability:
Thermal Resistance: Maintains integrity at elevated temperatures (up to 350°C under inert atmosphere), suitable for high-temperature gas storage and separation cycles.
Chemical & Humid Stability: Resists degradation in aqueous solutions (pH 3–12), organic solvents, and humid environments—critical for industrial systems where moisture is present.
Uniform Pore Structure: Features a well-defined porous network optimized for small gas molecules, enabling efficient adsorption and separation of CH₄, H₂, and other industrial gases.
Aluminum-Based Safety: Inherently low toxicity compared to heavy metal-based MOFs, ensuring minimal environmental impact and compatibility with energy systems requiring safe materials.
High Gas Adsorption Capacity: Designed to maximize uptake of CH₄ and H₂, supporting compact storage solutions for natural gas and hydrogen fuel technologies.
Core Applications
Gas Storage for Energy Systems
Al-FUM (KAR-F18)’s stability and porosity make it ideal for clean energy storage:
Methane/Natural Gas Storage: Efficiently adsorbs CH₄ at moderate pressures, enabling compact, safe storage for natural gas vehicles and off-grid energy systems—reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Hydrogen Fuel Storage: Captures H₂ with high capacity, supporting the development of hydrogen-based energy technologies by facilitating dense, reversible storage.
Industrial Gas Purification & Separation
Gas Stream Purification: Separates target gases (e.g., CH₄ from biogas, H₂ from industrial bystreams) from impurities, enhancing fuel quality and process efficiency.
Industrial Separation Processes: Removes unwanted gases from industrial streams (e.g., CO₂ from natural gas) via selective adsorption, ensuring compliance with purity standards.
Technical Specifications
Parameter Details
CAS Number 1370461-06-5
Product Name Al-FUM (Aluminum Fumarate MOF)
Model KAR-F18
Metal Node Aluminum (Al³⁺)
Ligand Fumarate (trans-butenedioate)
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder
Thermal Stability Up to 350°C (inert atmosphere)
pH Stability 3–12 (aqueous solutions)
Key Applications Methane storage, hydrogen storage, gas purification
Quality Assurance
Each batch of Al-FUM (KAR-F18) undergoes rigorous testing to ensure reliability:
X-ray Diffraction (XRD): Confirms structural integrity and phase purity.
Gas Adsorption Testing: Validates CH₄ and H₂ uptake capacity under relevant conditions.
Stability Testing: Verifies performance in humid environments and organic solvents.
Particle Size Analysis: Ensures uniform powder consistency for industrial packing.
A certificate of analysis (CoA) is provided with each order, documenting batch-specific properties.
