AMI-300Lite - Catalyst Characterization Instrument Brochure

ALTAMIRA INSTRUMENTSThe First Name in Custom Reactor SystemsThe AMI-300Lite represents a new affordablestandard in automated chemisorptionanalysis. Developed by and for catalystresearchers, it and its predecessors, the AMI-1/100/200, were first in the industry tooffer a fully automated system capable ofperforming all the major dynamic techniquesrequired for fully characterizing a catalyst.The AMI-300Lite utilizes proven technologyfor performin g the following procedures:• Temperature programmed desorption (TPD)• Temperature programmed reduction/oxidation (TPR/O)• Pulse chemisorption• Catalyst treatment• Pulse calibration• Single point BETUp to 99 procedures can be linked togetherback-to-back to provide a completecharacter ization experiment. Routineexperiments can be designed and stored foreasy retrieval. AMI-300Lite Catalyst Characterization InstrumentAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsThe AMI-300Lite Based on our successful AMI-300 instrument,the AMI-300Lite provides rapid catalystcharacterization in a compact, affordablepackage. The AMI-300Lite was designedspecifically for the price-conscious customerswith applications that are more routine or lessdemanding. As always, full automation andpowerful data-handling software assure dataaccuracy and improve laboratory efficiency.The AMI-300Lite is a fully automated,atmospheric pressure system. Throughsoftware control, it can switch gas streams,control gas flow rates, control temperatureand temperature ramps, and collectdesorption data in order to quantify theadsorption and desorption of gas moleculesfor a catalyst surface.To improve the quality of data, theAMI-300Lite utilizes a high-precisionelectronic mass flow controller for both thecarrier and treatment gases. This ensuresconstant treatment flow and a stable baselinewith changing temperatures. Dead volume isminimize by using 1/16 inch plumbing inorder to reduce peak spreading. The furnacecan heat the sample to 1000°C and iscapable of linear temperature ramps from1°C/minute to 30°C/minute.The AMI-300Lite is fitted with a highly linearthermal conductivity detector (TCD). Achoice of filament types is offered tomaximize the sensitivity for your particularanalysis.Hardware and Operation851004-Altamira Instruments AMI-300Lite 8.5x11_Layout 1 3/25/14 1:00 PM Page 1Altamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira InstrumentsAltamira Instruments149 Delta Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 • 412-963-6385 (Voice) • 412-963-6485 (Fax)Email: info@altamirainstruments.comVisit our Website: www.altamirainstruments.comALTAMIRA INSTRUMENTSCatalyst charge: 0.1 - 1 gTemperature range: 25 to 1000°CRamp rate: 1 - 30°C/minuteOperating pressure: atmosphericGases: 5 carrier/treatment 2 pulse gasesGas flow rates: 5 - 50 Scc/minuteReactor types: quartz u-tubesDetector: 4 filament TCD with choice of filament type (W, Au/W)Materials of stainless steel; seals are construction: either Buna-N, Viton or KalrezDimensions: W: 61 cm H: 64 cm D: 61 cmWeight: 100 lbs (45 kg)The AMI-300Lite is fully-automated for easeof use and reliability. The control portion of the software controls and regulates all valvepositions, temperatures, flow rates, and detector parameters. Data acquisition occursat a selected rate for optimum performance.An "Overview” screen shows the status of theunit at a glance. This screen provides information on the position of all valves, typeof gas connected to each port, temperatures,and detector signal.The data handling package allows the user todisplay and integrate signal peaks, calculatechemisorptive parameters, and overlay data.Computer Control and Data AcquisitionSpecifications:Operating Screen - A complete overview of all experimental parameters851004-Altamira Instruments AMI-300Lite 8.5x11_Layout 1 3/25/14 1:00 PM Page 2