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Ammonia Crackers

5–300 Nm³/h · Produces 75% H₂ + 25% N₂ from liquid NH₃ · Ni-catalyst at 800–850°C · Ideal protective and reducing atmosphere for metal heat treatment

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5–300
Nm³/h FLOW
75% H₂
25% N₂ OUTPUT
800°C
CATALYST TEMP
ISO 9001 Certified CE Compliant

3 Standard Models — Technical Specifications

ModelSmall CrackerStandard CrackerIndustrial Cracker
NH₃ Consumption5 kg/h10–30 kg/h30–100 kg/h
Gas Output5–15 Nm³/h15–100 Nm³/h100–300 Nm³/h
Power6 kW18 kW45 kW
NH₃ Conversion>99.9% (residual NH₃ <5 ppm with optional adsorber)
Catalyst TypeNickel-based · Life: 3–5 years · Easy replacement design
Temperature ControlPID ±1°C · Multi-zone heating · Operating range: 800–850°C
Dimensions (L×W×H)800×600×1,500mm1,200×900×1,800mm1,800×1,200×2,200mm
CertificationsCE · ISO 9001 · Pressure vessel certification optional

How Ammonia Cracking Works

Step 1 — Vaporization: Liquid ammonia (NH₃) from a storage tank is vaporized and preheated to ~650°C in a heat exchanger.

Step 2 — Cracking Reaction: Preheated NH₃ passes through a nickel catalyst bed at 800–850°C, where it decomposes: 2NH₃ → N₂ + 3H₂

Step 3 — Cooling & Delivery: The hot mixed gas (75% H₂ + 25% N₂) is cooled and delivered to your process at the required pressure.

Step 4 — Purification (Optional): A molecular sieve adsorber removes residual NH₃ to <5 ppm for sensitive applications like semiconductor processing.

Cost Advantage: Liquid ammonia is significantly cheaper than bottled H₂/N₂ mixtures — typically 50–65% cost reduction for heat treatment atmospheres.

Where Ammonia Crackers Are Used

Key Features

>99.9% NH₃ Conversion

Nickel catalyst ensures nearly complete decomposition. Residual NH₃ <5 ppm with optional purification.

PID Precision Control

±1°C temperature accuracy across multi-zone heating elements. Uniform cracking, consistent gas quality.

50–65% Cost Reduction

vs. buying H₂ and N₂ separately in cylinders. Liquid ammonia is abundant and economical.

Easy Catalyst Replacement

Modular catalyst bed design. 3–5 year lifespan. Replacement takes <4 hours.

Safety Systems Built-In

NH₃ leak detection, flame arrestor, emergency shutdown, pressure relief valves — standard equipment.

Global Compliance

CE · ISO 9001. Pressure vessel certification available. Documentation for customs clearance.

What's Included

Cracking Furnace

Multi-zone electric heating with insulation. Rated for continuous 24/7 operation.

Ni-Catalyst Bed (×2)

Twin beds for continuous operation. One in service, one on standby for seamless catalyst replacement.

PID Control Panel

Touchscreen HMI. NH₃ flow control, temperature monitoring, auto shutdown on alarm conditions.

NH₃ Vaporizer

Electric or steam-heated. Ensures complete vaporization before catalyst entry.

Optional Adsorber

Molecular sieve bed for residual NH₃ removal to <5 ppm. Required for semiconductor UHP applications.

Documentation Kit

P&ID, electrical schematic, safety data sheets, CE certificate, 12-month warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often does the catalyst need replacement?
Nickel catalyst typically lasts 3–5 years in normal operation. Signs of degradation: reduced NH₃ conversion rate, increased residual ammonia in output gas. Replacement takes under 4 hours with our modular bed design.
Is ammonia dangerous to handle?
Liquid ammonia requires standard chemical safety protocols — proper ventilation, leak detection, PPE. Our systems include built-in NH₃ sensors, emergency shutdown, and flame arrestors. We provide full safety documentation.
Can I use the output gas directly for heat treatment?
Yes — the 75% H₂ + 25% N₂ mixture is ideal for most heat treatment applications. If your process requires <5 ppm residual NH₃, add our optional molecular sieve adsorber downstream.
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