Tubular Furnace in Ni/Co Pyrolysis: Process Parameters

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Tubular Furnace in Ni/Co Pyrolysis: Process Parameters

Abstract

Tubular furnaces, as high-precision thermal treatment equipment, play a crucial role in the pyrolysis of Ni/Co metal materials. This article focuses on the application of tubular furnaces in Ni/Co pyrolysis, analyzes the influence of key process parameters (temperature, heating rate, holding time, atmosphere) on product performance, and summarizes optimal parameter ranges and control points. It provides technical references for industrial production and laboratory research of Ni/Co-based materials.

1. Introduction

Ni/Co metal materials are widely used in batteries, catalysts, aerospace and other fields due to their excellent electrical conductivity, catalytic activity and mechanical properties. Pyrolysis is a core process for preparing high-purity, high-performance Ni/Co materials, which can decompose precursor materials to form target metal or alloy phases. Tubular furnaces are favored in this process for their uniform temperature field, adjustable atmosphere, and precise process control. This article explores the application details of tubular furnaces in Ni/Co pyrolysis and the optimization of process parameters.

2. Application Advantages of Tubular Furnaces in Ni/Co Pyrolysis

Compared with other thermal treatment equipment, tubular furnaces have obvious advantages in Ni/Co pyrolysis:

- Uniform Temperature Distribution: The cylindrical structure and heating element layout ensure a stable temperature field in the furnace tube, avoiding uneven pyrolysis caused by local temperature differences, and improving the consistency of Ni/Co product components.

- Flexible Atmosphere Control: It can be operated under inert gas (Ar, N₂), reducing gas (H₂) or vacuum conditions, effectively preventing oxidation of Ni/Co during pyrolysis and promoting the formation of target phases.

- Precise Process Regulation: It supports accurate control of heating rate (0.1-50℃/min), holding time (0-100h) and cooling rate, matching the pyrolysis characteristics of different Ni/Co precursors.

- Scalability: From laboratory small-batch (Φ20-50mm furnace tube) to industrial large-scale (Φ300-800mm furnace tube) models, it can meet the needs of different production stages.

3. Key Process Parameters of Ni/Co Pyrolysis in Tubular Furnaces

3.1 Pyrolysis Temperature

Temperature is the core parameter determining Ni/Co pyrolysis efficiency and product quality. For Ni/Co acetate, nitrate and other precursors, the pyrolysis temperature range is usually 300-800℃. When the temperature is lower than 300℃, the precursor decomposition is incomplete, resulting in residual impurities; when exceeding 800℃, grain growth of Ni/Co particles may occur, reducing specific surface area and catalytic activity. For example, the optimal pyrolysis temperature of Ni-based catalyst precursors is 450-600℃, which can form fine Ni particles with high dispersion.

3.2 Heating Rate

The heating rate affects the decomposition rate of precursors and the morphology of Ni/Co products. A low heating rate (1-5℃/min) allows sufficient gas release during precursor decomposition, avoiding pore collapse caused by rapid gas generation, and facilitating the formation of porous structures. A high heating rate (10-20℃/min) can shorten the process cycle but may lead to uneven particle size. For the preparation of Ni/Co porous materials, a low heating rate is preferred; for mass production, a moderate heating rate (5-10℃/min) can balance efficiency and product quality.

3.3 Holding Time

Holding time ensures complete decomposition of precursors and phase transition of Ni/Co. The holding time is usually 1-4h under the optimal temperature. Extending the holding time properly can improve the crystallinity of products, but excessive holding time (more than 6h) will cause energy waste and grain growth. For Co-based precursor pyrolysis, a holding time of 2-3h at 550℃ can achieve complete decomposition and form pure Co phases.

3.4 Pyrolysis Atmosphere

Atmosphere directly affects the oxidation state and phase composition of Ni/Co products:
Inert Atmosphere (Ar, N₂): The most commonly used atmosphere, which isolates air to prevent Ni/Co oxidation, suitable for preparing metallic Ni/Co materials.Reducing Atmosphere (H₂/Ar mixture): Promotes the reduction of Ni²⁺/Co³⁺ to metallic Ni/Co, and removes residual oxygen-containing functional groups, suitable for high-purity Ni/Co product preparation. The volume ratio of H₂ is usually 5%-20%.Vacuum Condition: Reduces the partial pressure of volatile substances, accelerates precursor decomposition, and is suitable for pyrolysis of precursors with high volatility.

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