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1.2.10 Reactive Distillation - 3
1.2.10 Reactive Distillation - 3
Reactive Distillation
Workshop
With the continuous removal of reaction products, reactive distillation
has found acceptance as a means of improving the technical and
economic operation of processes where it is applicable. Advantages of
this process include higher yields, energy savings and reduced capital
costs.
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In this example, you will study the manufacture of Methyl Acetate, an
important oil resin used in the manufacture of artificial leathers. You
will simulate the synthesis of Methyl Acetate from Methanol and Acetic
Acid in a catalytic distillation column.
Learning Objectives
Once you have completed this section, you will be able to:
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Process Overview
Column Overview
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Conditions
Methanol 0.4
M-Acetate 0.1
Water 0.1
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Connections
No. of Stages 15
Pressure
Specs
Reflux Ratio 5
Go to the Monitor page of the Design tab and run the column.
Complete the following table with information from the simulation:
Methanol
Acetic Acid
Methyl Acetate
Water
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Open the case OptReact.hsc The reaction occurring in this simulation is a Kinetic reaction,
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1. On the Reactions tab, press the New button. Enter the following
data:
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Methanol
Acetic Acid
Methyl Acetate
Water
Does the reaction inside the column have any effect on the
compositions of the product streams? __________
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