Description
Product Overview
Product Name: MIL-53 (Iron/Aluminum)
Type: Metal-Organic Framework (MOF)
Application: Gas Storage, Adsorption, Catalysis
Product Description
MIL-53 (Fe/Al) is a versatile metal-organic framework featuring iron and aluminum as the metal nodes, linked by terephthalic acid (BDC). Known for its unique flexibility and high porosity, MIL-53 is suitable for a variety of applications, including gas storage and environmental remediation.
Key Features
- Flexible Structure: Changes conformation in response to guest molecules, enhancing adsorption capacity
- High Surface Area: Typically exceeds 1000 m²/g, allowing for significant gas uptake
- Thermal Stability: Maintains integrity under elevated temperatures
- Chemical Stability: Resistant to moisture and various solvents
Technical Specifications
- Chemical Formula: [Fe(OH)(BDC)] (Al(OH)(BDC))
- Pore Size: Approximately 8 Å, suitable for various gas molecules
- Synthesis Method: Hydrothermal synthesis using iron and aluminum sources with BDC
- Characterization Techniques: X-ray diffraction (XRD), BET surface area analysis, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)
Benefits
- Enhanced Gas Storage: Effective for hydrogen, carbon dioxide, and other gases
- Catalytic Activity: Useful in heterogeneous catalysis for chemical reactions
- Environmental Applications: Can adsorb pollutants from air and water
Applications
- Gas Storage: Ideal for storing hydrogen and carbon dioxide in energy applications
- Catalysis: Employed in various catalytic processes for industrial applications
- Environmental Remediation: Effective in capturing and removing contaminants
Safety Information
- Handling: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling materials.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Disposal: Follow local regulations for the disposal of chemical materials.
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