Catalytic pyrolysis is a method used to transform plastic waste into liquid oil and other valuable products.
It involves the use of a modified natural zeolite (NZ) catalyst.
This catalyst has been enhanced through thermal and acidic activation.
The process is most effective for polystyrene (PS) plastic waste.
It results in the highest percentage of liquid oil compared to polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) plastics.
5 Key Points to Know
1. Conversion of Plastic Waste
Catalytic pyrolysis converts plastic waste into liquid oil and other valuable products.
2. Use of Modified Zeolite Catalyst
The process uses a modified natural zeolite (NZ) catalyst.
This catalyst is enhanced through thermal and acidic activation.
3. Efficiency with Polystyrene
The process is most effective for polystyrene (PS) plastic waste.
It results in the highest percentage of liquid oil compared to polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) plastics.
4. Chemical Composition of Pyrolysis Oil
The chemical composition of the pyrolysis oil is analyzed using GC-MS.
It reveals a high aromatic content along with some aliphatic and other hydrocarbon compounds.
FT-IR analysis also confirms the presence of aromatic and other hydrocarbon functional groups.
5. Applications and Benefits
The liquid oil produced has a higher heating value (HHV) similar to that of conventional diesel, ranging from 41.7 to 44.2 MJ/kg.
This makes it suitable for various energy and transportation applications after further treatment and refining.
The production of liquid oil from plastic waste through catalytic pyrolysis is a step towards developing pyrolysis-based biorefineries.
These biorefineries have the potential to convert waste into energy and other valuable products, contributing to circular economies.
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