DEVELOPMENTS IN THE PRODUCTION OF METHYL TERT-BUTYL ETHER
Hutchings, GJ; Nicolaides, CP; Scurrell, MS
HERO ID
1205048
Reference Type
Journal Article
Year
1992
Language
English
| HERO ID | 1205048 |
|---|---|
| In Press | No |
| Year | 1992 |
| Title | DEVELOPMENTS IN THE PRODUCTION OF METHYL TERT-BUTYL ETHER |
| Authors | Hutchings, GJ; Nicolaides, CP; Scurrell, MS |
| Journal | Catalysis Today |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Page Numbers | 23-49 |
| Abstract | The catalysis of the etherification of alcohol and iso-olefin mixtures is discussed. Emphasis is placed on the synthesis of MTBE (methyl tert-butyl ether), but mention is also made of other ethers such as ETBE (ethyl tert-butyl ether), SAME (sec-amyl methyl ether) and MIPE (methyl isopropyl ether) and, to a very limited extent, of hydrocarbon feedstocks other than iso-olefins. Established sulphonated resin catalysts are described together with various aspects of their catalytic characteristics, including kinetics, thermodynamics and the occurrence of side-reactions. The use of alternative inorganic acids, especially zeolites, is covered and comparisons drawn between these systems and the ion-exchange resins. Finally, attention is given to the design of commercial processes for the production of MTBE. |
| Is Certified Translation | No |
| Dupe Override | No |
| Comments | Source: Web of Science A1992JD46300003 |
| Is Public | Yes |
| Language Text | English |
| Keyword | ION-EXCHANGE RESIN; LIQUID-PHASE SYNTHESIS; EQUILIBRIUM-CONSTANT; MTBE; CATALYSTS; METHANOL; ALCOHOLS; KINETICS; OLEFINS |
| Is Qa | No |