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Fullcryo Rare Gas Krypton-xenon Refining Equipment
Product Description
"Krypton-xenon refining equipment" typically refers to a series of industrial equipment and processes used for extracting and purifying krypton and xenon gases from the air. Both krypton and xenon are rare gases, also known as noble gases, and they have a wide range of applications in industries, scientific research, and medical fields.
Here is some key information about krypton-xenon refining equipment and processes:
Extraction Technology: Krypton-xenon extraction technology usually involves low-temperature separation processes in air separation equipment. In this process, air is liquefied and fractionated to obtain concentrated krypton and xenon. Due to the very low concentration of krypton and xenon in the air, multiple stages of concentration and purification are required to obtain sufficient quantities of the product.
Refining Process: The refining process may include steps such as low-temperature condensation, low-temperature adsorption, and low-temperature solidification to further increase the purity of the gases. These processes utilize the differences in the physical properties of gases at different temperatures to achieve separation and purification.
Equipment Composition: Krypton-xenon refining installations may include systems for storing and transporting raw oxygen, distillation columns, methane removal systems, molecular sieve adsorption systems, crude krypton towers, filling systems, and instrument control and analysis systems, among others.
Application Fields: Krypton and xenon, due to their unique physical and chemical properties, have important applications in various fields. For example, krypton can be used in high-intensity light sources, nuclear medical imaging, scientific research, etc.; xenon is used in high-intensity light sources, medical imaging, space exploration, and other fields.
Economic Considerations: The production process of krypton and xenon is complex and costly, but due to their irreplaceability in various industries, the demand for these rare gases continues to grow. Therefore, economic assessment and cost control are important aspects of the design and operation of krypton-xenon refining equipment.
Safe Operation: In the krypton-xenon refining process, since it involves high concentrations of oxygen and possible enrichment of hydrocarbons, safe operation is crucial. Appropriate measures need to be taken to control the oxygen concentration and remove hydrocarbons to prevent safety accidents such as explosions.
Technological Advancements: With the development of technology, krypton-xenon refining equipment and processes are also continuously advancing to improve extraction efficiency, reduce costs, and meet the growing market demand.
