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Zeolites are hydrated aluminosilicates characterized by highly structured, three-dimensional crystalline frameworks. These frameworks feature uniform micropores that act on a molecular scale, selecting compounds based on kinetic diameter and affinity. The general chemical formula for crystalline zeolites is represented as:
Mn+ [ (AlO2)x (SiO2)y ] · wH2O
By balancing the silicon-to-aluminum ratio (Si/Al), developers can modify the hydrophobicity and electrostatic field strength of the inner cavities. For example, low Si/Al ratios yield hydrophilic zeolites (such as Type A or X) that are ideal for separating water molecules from organic process streams, gas networks, and air streams.
While natural zeolites (such as clinoptilolite and mordenite) are suitable for bulk applications like agricultural soil remediation, wastewater filtration, and low-end odor control, precision industries require synthetic counterparts. Synthetic zeolites offer precise pore diameters, high thermal stability, and low attrition rates.
These synthetic molecular sieves—specifically 3A, 4A, 5A, and 13X structures—are manufactured under hydrothermal conditions to ensure purity and structural integrity. For industrial purification, synthetic zeolites avoid the structural defects common in natural deposits, protecting downstream equipment from dust and contamination.
Key technical specifications, parameters, and chemical metrics that define industrial bulk zeolite procurement.
| Parameter / Specification | Type 3A (Zeolite) | Type 4A (Zeolite) | Type 5A (Zeolite) | Type 13X (Zeolite) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal Pore Size | ~3 Angstroms | ~4 Angstroms | ~5 Angstroms | ~10 Angstroms |
| Primary Application | Ethylene dehydration, ethanol drying | Air separation prep, refrigerant drying | Hydrogen purification, paraffin separation | Cryogenic air separation, CO2 removal |
| Bulk Density (g/mL) | ≥ 0.68 - 0.72 | ≥ 0.65 - 0.70 | ≥ 0.68 - 0.73 | ≥ 0.62 - 0.68 |
| Crush Strength (N) | ≥ 35 (Beads 1.6-2.5mm) | ≥ 30 (Beads 1.6-2.5mm) | ≥ 40 (Beads 1.6-2.5mm) | ≥ 60 (Beads 1.6-2.5mm) |
| Water Adsorption Capacity | ≥ 20.0 wt% | ≥ 21.5 wt% | ≥ 21.5 wt% | ≥ 26.0 wt% |
Zeolite pricing varies based on raw material costs (sodium aluminate, sodium silicate, structure-directing agents), calcination temperatures, energy grids, and custom sizing requests (beads, pellets, powders).
Since synthetic zeolites are highly hygroscopic, bulk shipments require hermetically sealed packing, such as steel drums with inner plastic liners or super sacks with moisture barrier coatings.
During transportation and pressure swing cycles, lower-quality zeolites can break down. High-quality bulk zeolites must maintain low attrition rates (<0.1% wt) to prevent system clogging and pressure drops.
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Shanghai Jiuzhou Chemicals Co., Ltd. is located in Shanghai, the largest economic development hub in China. Over the years, Jiuzhou has adhered to the principles of Quality Control (100%) and Innovation (100%), committing resources to the research, development, and manufacturing of high-quality chemical products.
Our main products include various molecular sieve powders, molecular sieves, activated powder, activated alumina, aluminum oxide catalysts, different types of alumina packing and ceramic balls, sodium silicates, aluminum hydroxide, zeolite 4A, sodium carbonates, and SLES. All products are certified under the ISO9001: 2008 quality management system, TUV, and SGS.
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Focuses on raw material preparation, calcination, hydrothermal synthesis, and scaling up customized zeolite structural orders.
How specialized molecular sieves and adsorbents resolve critical separation and purification challenges across sectors.
Ensuring trace water removal from olefin feedstocks (ethylene, propylene) is essential to prevent catalyst poisoning in polymerization reactors. Our low-attrition 3A molecular sieves maintain chemical process continuity with minimal pressure drop.
Using Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) and Vacuum Pressure Swing Adsorption (VPSA) for air separation. High-density, nitrogen-selective JZ-OM Oxygen Molecular Sieves optimize oxygen production in medical and metallurgical applications.
Capturing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and treating toxic emissions. Advanced synthetic zeolite frameworks isolate industrial pollutants and hazardous effluents from waste gas streams, supporting emission compliance.
Innovations in catalyst morphology, sustainability initiatives, and carbon capture solutions.
Integrating mesoporous networks within microporous frameworks to reduce diffusion limitations. This improves adsorption kinetics and reaction pathways for large-molecule chemical synthesis.
Optimizing synthesis pathways to reduce chemical waste and organic templates. This approach lowers manufacturing energy demands while maintaining high crystallinity and thermal stability.
Engineering specialized zeolites to maximize CO2 selection over nitrogen in flue gas environments. This supports decarbonization efforts across the global power generation and cement industries.
JOOZEO has contributed to formulating national and industrial standard frameworks, demonstrating our technical leadership.
JB / T 10532-2017
Adsorption compressed air dryers for general use
HG / T 3927-2007
Activated aluminium oxide for industrial use
JB / T 10526-2017
Refrigeration compressed air dryers for general use
T/CGMA1201-2024
CGMA industrial drying gas standard
T/HGHX 02—2024
Chemical industrial adsorption directives
T/CIET 854-2024
Industrial gas dehydration standards
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