Molecular Sieve

Match the sieve to the molecules you need to remove.

Zeolite molecular sieves use defined pore openings and adsorption affinity to separate impurities. Start with the feed composition and outlet target, then choose a grade for selective drying, hydrogen purification or air pretreatment.

Explore Molecular Sieve Grades

Industry Applications

Costa Pinto ethanol distillery, Brazil

01 · ETHANOL & SOLVENTS

Ethanol and Solvent Production

Fuel ethanol plants and solvent producers use molecular sieves where residual moisture affects product quality or downstream use.

3A is a starting point for compatible ethanol and solvent streams. Product grade, water specification and throughput guide the selection.

Hydrogen electrolysis installation at the Prenzlau hybrid power plant

02 · INDUSTRIAL HYDROGEN

Hydrogen Supply and Refining

Industrial hydrogen suppliers and refineries specify hydrogen purity for downstream production and refining. Where a site uses PSA, molecular sieves can form part of the adsorbent bed.

5A PSA-H is a candidate for compatible PSA duties. The photo shows a hydrogen production facility as industry context.

Linde GAN 1800 cryogenic nitrogen plant

03 · INDUSTRIAL GASES

Industrial Air Separation

Industrial gas producers use adsorbents upstream of cryogenic air separation units that supply nitrogen, oxygen and other gases.

13X-APG is used for air pretreatment where water and carbon dioxide limits matter. Share your inlet conditions and contaminant targets.

Where Haina Fits

Ethanol and Solvent Production

Start with 3A for ethanol duty. Share inlet water, required outlet water, throughput and the regeneration method.

Hydrogen Supply and Refining

Review 5A PSA-H against the full feed analysis, pressure range, required purity and cycle design.

Industrial Air Separation

Consider 13X-APG for prepurification. Provide inlet conditions, contaminant loading and regeneration conditions.

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