Revolutionizing Hydrogenation: The H-Cube Reactor

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the H-Cube Reactor, a device designed for hydrogenation processes. Participants explore its features, potential benefits, and costs, as well as alternative methods for achieving similar results.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses enthusiasm for the H-Cube Reactor, highlighting its capabilities for hydrogenation at various scales, temperatures, and pressures.
  • Another participant humorously comments on the appeal of such a reactor, suggesting it would be a desirable gift.
  • Questions arise regarding the selection and cost of replacement catalyst cartridges, with a list of available catalysts provided by one participant.
  • There is mention of the apparatus's cost, estimated between $50K-$60K, and its recognition as a notable R&D invention.
  • A suggestion is made that it may be possible to construct a similar setup using a used HPLC pump and a small hydrogen generator.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express interest in the H-Cube Reactor and its features, but there is no consensus on the practicality of its cost or the feasibility of building a similar device independently.

Contextual Notes

Participants do not provide specific details on the pricing of the catalyst cartridges, leaving uncertainty about the overall cost of operation. Additionally, the discussion does not clarify the technical requirements for building a homemade version of the reactor.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in hydrogenation technology, chemical engineering, or those considering the purchase of laboratory equipment may find this discussion relevant.

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http://www.thalesnano.com/products/h-cube


Hopefully I can convince the boss to buy one of those puppies. They sound so friggin sweet

-mg to 100g scale hydrogenations
-premade cartridges w/ desired catalysts
-0-100 C temperature
-1-100 bar pressures can be used
-can monitor reaction progress of hydrogenation


I always hate disposing of things like raney nickel or other catalysts that turn pyrophoric after being exposed to hydrogen. This things sounds amazing.
 
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Yeah, all the kids these days want to wake up on Christmas morning to find a hydrogenation reactor under the tree.

- Warren
 
Very cool! Any idea of the replacement cartridge selection and cost?
 
chemisttree said:
Very cool! Any idea of the replacement cartridge selection and cost?

So far the selection of catalyst catridges that I know of are
-5% Rh/C
-10% Pd/C
-5% Rhenium/C
-Raney Ni
-Pearlman's
-Lindlar's
-PtO2


Pretty good selection. The apparatus, from what I hear, costs anywhere from $50K-$60k. I'm not sure how much catridges cost. Not cheap, but it sounds like it would be worth it. Apparently it won an award for being one of the top 100 R&D inventions in the world of 2005.
 
Looks like you could build you own with a used HPLC pump and a small hydrogen generator.
 

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