Gas-to-Liquids: Syngas ratio adjustment

Achieve the optimal H2/CO syngas ratio for your Fischer-Tropsch reactor. Our high-selectivity polyaramide membrane technology efficiently removes excess hydrogen while retaining over 99% of valuable carbon monoxide.

For high-value liquid fuel and chemical production, precise H2-CO syngas ratios are needed, a range often missed by SMR. Our membranes deliver a seamless, cost-effective bridge to achieve this necessary adjustment.

Closing the syngas ratio gap

The SMR process typically yields an H2-CO ratio of 3.0-5.0. However, for efficient Fischer-Tropsch synthesis in your Gas-to-Liquids facility, a specific, lower feed ratio is essential. Our syngas membrane systems deliver precise ratio adjustment by selectively removing hydrogen, allowing you to maximize production and operational performance.

Key technology differentiators

  • Highest CO retention: we offer the most selective membranes in the industry, retaining over 99% of your valuable carbon monoxide for the process.
  • Superior efficiency: High permeability membranes allow for compact, low capital system design with a smaller footprint and reduced module count.
  • Simple, robust system: Our skid-mounted cartridge design has no moving parts, ensuring high reliability, simple installation, and minimal maintenance.
  • Full flexibility: Bypass designs facilitate higher flow rates, and the system offers unrestrained turndown capabilities for operational stability.

Proven economic advantages

  • Rapid payback: Estimated payback period of less than a year.
  • Maximized output: Efficiently convert gaseous feed stocks to functional liquids by ensuring the ideal H2-CO ratio.
  • Low operating cost: Automated turndown systems and linear scale-up for all system sizes ensure ease and safety of operation.
  • 35+ years of experience in gas separation membranes

  • 35+ years of experience in hydrogen separation

  • 200+ hydrogen purification units using our membranes worldwide

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the main benefit of Air Liquide's syngas ratio adjustment for Gas-to-Liquids (GTL)?

Our membrane systems deliver the precise, lower H2/CO syngas ratio essential for efficient Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. This maximizes production in your Gas-to-Liquids facility.

How does the advanced polyaramide membrane technology maximize carbon monoxide (CO) retention?

We offer the most selective polyaramide membranes in the industry. These advanced systems retain over 99% of your valuable carbon monoxide. This high efficiency ensures lower operating costs globally.

Is Air Liquide's syngas membrane system reliable for global GTL applications?

Yes, the system uses a simple, robust skid-mounted cartridge design with no moving parts. Installation is simple and maintenance is minimal. Air Liquide has 200+ hydrogen purification units operating worldwide.

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