The pyrolysis process of scrap tires involves the thermal decomposition of tires in an oxygen-free environment.
This process breaks down the rubber polymers into various useful by-products such as pyrolysis oil, synthetic gas, and char.
It is both environmentally friendly and economically beneficial, as it converts waste tires into valuable resources.
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Process Setup
Tires, either whole or shredded, are placed in a reactor designed to maintain an oxygen-free atmosphere.
The reactor is equipped with a heat source that can be fueled directly, powered electrically, or activated by microwaves.
Thermal Decomposition
The rubber in the tires is heated to temperatures between 450-500°C.
At these high temperatures, the rubber polymers begin to soften and then disintegrate into smaller molecules.
This process is known as thermal decomposition or pyrolysis.
By-Product Formation
As the rubber polymers break down, they vaporize and exit the reactor.
These vapors can be burned directly for power generation or condensed into a liquid known as pyrolysis oil or bio oil.
Some molecules remain as a gas, which can be used as fuel.
The minerals from the tires, such as steel and carbon black, are removed as solids.
Environmental and Economic Benefits
The pyrolysis process is considered environmentally friendly as it has nearly no emissions or waste when performed correctly.
Economically, the by-products from pyrolysis, such as pyrolysis oil and synthetic gas, can be used as biofuels or feedstock for refining crude oil and producing chemical products.
This makes the process not only sustainable but also profitable.
Operational Variability
The pyrolysis process can be conducted either in batch or continuous modes, depending on the scale and requirements of the operation.
The energy source for heating can vary, and sometimes a catalyst is used to enhance the efficiency of the pyrolysis reaction.
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