3 zone Fluidized Bed Reactor tube furnace for Methane Reforming and Fischer-Tropsch Reactions

Product Description：

The KS-MFT-FB1200-3Z is a state-of-the-art three-zone vertical fluidized bed tube furnace developed by Luoyang Kunsheng Instrument Equipment Co., Ltd, specifically engineered for high-temperature catalytic gas-solid reactions such as Methane Reforming and Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis. This advanced system integrates precise thermal control, robust construction, and modular gas handling capabilities, making it a powerful platform for reaction kinetics research, catalyst screening, and syngas production studies.

The system features a three-zone vertical furnace with a total heating length of 900 mm (300 mm per zone), allowing for uniform and flexible temperature control along the reactor column. Each zone is independently managed through digital temperature controllers, with up to 50 programmable steps for accurate heating, soaking, and cooling cycles. The maximum operating temperature reaches 1200°C (short-term) with continuous operation up to 1100°C, making it suitable for high-temperature reforming and long-duration catalytic experiments.

At the core of this furnace is a fluidized bed reactor, designed to improve gas-solid contact, heat transfer efficiency, and catalyst utilization. The included frits and mesh distribution plates create a controlled fluidization zone within the quartz or alloy reactor tubes, allowing precise regulation of gas flow and particle suspension. This setup is particularly beneficial for endothermic reactions such as steam methane reforming (SMR) and dry reforming, where efficient heat and mass transfer are essential.

A gas pre-heating unit is integrated into the system, featuring a 316L stainless steel spiral tube furnace with a 400 mm heating zone. It can preheat reactant gases up to 700°C before they enter the main reaction tube, ensuring stable reaction initiation and improved thermal control. This is especially critical for Fischer-Tropsch processes that require precisely conditioned syngas feeds.

The furnace accommodates both quartz and nickel-base alloy tubes, depending on the pressure and chemical compatibility requirements. The alloy tube version supports high-pressure operations up to 2.5 MPa at lower temperatures, with pressure decreasing as temperature increases, ensuring safety across various reaction conditions. Safety valves and pressure transmitters are pre-installed to ensure secure operation, while a KF25 vacuum port enables integration with vacuum or inert gas systems for oxygen-sensitive reactions.

Designed for versatility, safety, and repeatability, the KS-MFT-FB1200-3Z provides researchers with a reliable tool for exploring advanced catalytic reaction mechanisms, reactor engineering, and catalyst performance evaluation. It is ideal for use in chemical engineering departments, energy research labs, and pilot-scale process development.

With its specialized design and excellent thermal management, Luoyang Kunsheng Instrument Equipment Co., Ltd delivers a highly functional and research-grade furnace system that meets the demanding requirements of methane reforming, syngas production, and Fischer-Tropsch synthesis.

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