1、Designation: D3908 03 (Reapproved 2015)Standard Test Method forHydrogen Chemisorption on Supported Platinum Catalystsby Volumetric Vacuum Method1This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3908; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in t
2、he case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This test method covers the determination of thechemisorption of hydrogen at 298 K (2
3、5C) on supportedplatinum catalysts that have been reduced in flowing hydrogenat 723 K (450C). It incorporates a static volumetric vacuumtechnique at constant volume.1.2 The test method is intended for use on unused supportedplatinum on alumina catalysts of loadings greater than 0.3weight %. Data on
4、other supports and lower platinum loadingswere not tested.1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bil
5、ity of regulatory limitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2D3766 Terminology Relating to Catalysts and CatalysisE177 Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias inASTM Test MethodsE456 Terminology Relating to Quality and StatisticsE691 Practice for Conducting an Inter
6、laboratory Study toDetermine the Precision of a Test Method3. Terminology3.1 DefinitionsSee Terminology D3766.3.2 Quality and StatisticsSee Terminology E456.3.3 Precision and BiasSee Practice E177.3.4 SymbolsThe following symbols are used:Pc= pressure of gas in calibrated bulb, torrPmc= pressure of
7、gas in calibrated bulb andmanifold, torrPm= pressure in manifold, torrPmd= pressure in manifold and dead space, torrPmx= pressure in manifold prior to expansion intosample tube for X equilibration point, torrPex= equilibrium pressure after expansion for gen-erating X equilibrium point, torrVc= volum
8、e of calibrated bulb, cm3Vm= volume of manifold between stopcocks 12and 2 with only 4 and 1 open, cm3Vd= volume of dead space in sample cell contain-ing catalyst (volume between 2 and 3), cm3Vads(STP)x= volume of gas adsorbed at STP, cm3Vads(STP)cx= cumulative volume of gas adsorbed throughX,cm3VS=
9、monolayer volume of gas adsorbed at STP,cm3TmAx= temperature representative of the manifoldprior to expansion into the sample cell, KTmBx= temperature representative of the entire sys-tem after equilibrium pressure (Pex) has beenestablished, KTm= temperature of manifold prior to expansioninto sample
10、 cell for dead space determination,KTmD= temperature of entire system after equilibriumpressure has been established for dead spacedetermination, KT = average manifold temperature for a givendose, K=(TmAx+ TmBx)/2Wcat= mass of catalyst, gX = weight percent of platinum%D = percent platinum atoms on t
11、he surface4. Significance and Use4.1 This test method sets forth a procedure by whichduplicate catalyst samples can be compared either on aninterlaboratory or intralaboratory basis. It is anticipated thatcatalyst producers and users will find this test method of value.1This test method is under the
12、jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D32 onCatalysts and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D32.01 on Physical-Chemical Properties.Current edition approved April 1, 2015. Published June 2015. Originallyapproved in 1980. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as D3908 03 (2008).DOI: 10.1520/D3908
13、-03R15.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P
14、O Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States14.2 Discrimination of the samples for which this procedureis recommended must be exercised when considering carrier(support) materials that sorb appreciable quantities of hydrogenor could cause an alteration of the state of the catalyst dur
15、ingpretreatment, or both, (that is, sintering or metal occlusion).These materials must be identified by the user and experi-mented with to determine the most significant conditions ofmeasurement.4.3 This test method provides a measure of the totalhydrogen uptake (volume of hydrogen at STP, cm3/g ofc
16、atalyst) without specifying the nature of the hydrogen-platinum interaction. Persons interested in using hydrogenuptake data to calculate percent platinum dispersion in aspecific catalyst should be aware of carrier (support)interactions, spillover effects, and other phenomena related tothe hydrogen
17、uptake capabilities of the catalyst in question.5. Apparatus5.1 Gas-Handling System, as shown in Fig. 1. The compo-nents may be either glass or metal. Commercial metal instru-ments are available. The following components are to beincluded in the glass system:5.1.1 Vacuum System, capable of attaining
18、 pressures below1 mPa (1 105torr). The vacuum can be monitored with anysuitable vacuum gauge. A diffusion pump backed by a me-chanical pump must be isolated from the system by a trap heldat liquid nitrogen temperature. High-vacuum stopcocks using alow-vapor pressure grease can be employed.5.1.2 Pres
19、sure-Measuring Device, that operates at constantvolume and that is capable of reading in the range from 0 to66.7 kPa (0 to 500 torr) to the nearest 0.01 kPa (0.1 torr).5.1.3 Calibration Bulb, whose volume has been carefullydetermined to within 0.1 % prior to attachment to the mainmanifold. Typically
20、 one fills the bulb and stopcock bore withmercury, weighs it, and calculates the volume of the bulb fromthe density of mercury at the temperature of the measurement.Following careful cleaning, the bulb is attached to the mainmanifold. One should make sure that the glass blowing issufficiently far re
21、moved from the calibrated volume to avoiddistortion.5.1.4 Flow-Through Cell, that can be evacuated and that canbe detached from the main manifold as, for example, see Fig.2. This is accomplished by including a removable joint, ifglass, a male cone joint, on the manifold end of the tube. (Othertypes
22、of joints, that is, Swagelok with TFE-fluorocarbonfittings, and so forth, are suitable.) Its mate is attached to themain manifold by a glass vacuum stopcock. A stopcock is alsoincluded on the vent side of the cell to allow for vacuum andflow-through procedures.5.1.5 Catalyst Sample, secured by a qua
23、rtz wool plugupstream of the catalyst and another quartz wool plug down-stream (Fig. 2). The sample should be in the form of anextrudate, pellets, or powder greater than 20 mesh.FIG. 1 Schematic: Static Vacuum SystemFIG. 2 Suitable Sample CellD3908 03 (2015)25.1.6 Furnace, capable of maintaining a h
24、eating rate of5 Kmin and a temperature-control mechanism capable ofmaintaining the furnace at temperatures in the range from 673to 773 6 10 K (400 to 500C).5.1.7 Thermometer or Thermocouple, to monitor the fur-nace temperature to within 65 K and two thermometers toregister the temperature of the man
25、ifold system and sample cellduring uptake determination to the nearest 60.1 K.5.1.8 Balance, measuring to the nearest 1 mg (60.001 g).5.1.9 Flowmeter, for hydrogen capable of measuring a flowrate of between 10 and 25 6 3cm3(STP) gas per minute.5.2 Gas Purification Facilities , for helium and hydroge
26、n.6. Reagents6.1 High-Purity Helium, purified by passing through a trapcontaining activated (Note 1) molecular sieve of the A type or13X type, maintained at liquid nitrogen temperature.NOTE 1Activation as suggested by manufacturer.6.2 High-Purity Hydrogen, purified by passing first throughan oxygen
27、removal catalyst or palladium thimble and thenthrough a trap containing activated molecular sieve of the Atype or 13X type maintained at liquid nitrogen temperature.6.3 High-Purity Cylinder Air, purified by passing through atrap containing activated molecular sieve of the A series.7. Safety Hazards7
28、.1 Follow the usual precautions associated with handlinghydrogen gas. Adequately vent the hydrogen flow at theroughing pump discharge and vent the sample (stopcock 3). Aflash arresting check valve and pressure relief valves or safetymanometers should be incorporated into the design of theapparatus.7
29、.2 Adequately tape or otherwise shield glass reservoirs toavoid unrestricted explosion in the event of an over-fill and toavoid flying glass in the event of an implosion during evacu-ation.7.3 Eye protection is essential when operating the vacuumsystem.7.4 Avoid accidental formation of mixtures of h
30、ydrogen andair at all times.8. Volume Calibrations8.1 The reliability of any gas adsorption measurement isnaturally dependent on the accuracy with which the systemvolume is known. It is therefore essential that the manifoldvolume be frequently determined very carefully to ensureaccurate hydrogen upt
31、ake data. Recalibrate the system if anychanges are made to the system. The volume of the standardbulb shown in the diagram was previously measured (see5.1.3). Expansion of a known pressure of gas into the evacu-ated system will allow a determination of system volume. Thefollowing steps are recommend
32、ed for system calibration. Referto Fig. 1 for location of numbered stopcocks.8.1.1 Evacuate main manifold by opening stopcocks 1, 4, 5,8, and 12 with all others closed.8.1.2 Close stopcocks 12 and 8 and introduce helium to thesystem by opening 6. After establishment of a pressure of lessthan one atm
33、osphere, close 6. Record the pressure (Pc).8.1.3 Close stopcock 5, open 12, and evacuate.8.1.4 Close stopcock 12 and expand gas in the calibrationbulb by opening 5. Record final pressure (Pmc).8.1.5 Repeat Steps 8.1.2 8.1.4 ten times and average toobtain the final pressure (Pmc).9. Charging Sample9.
34、1 The amount of sample to be charged is determined bythe expected hydrogen uptake and the maximum capacity ofthe sample cell. Experience and the platinum loading willdictate the optimum amount, but a minimum of1gisconsidered essential. This mass need not be precisely knownsince a final weighing will
35、 be made after determination of thehydrogen uptake. It may, however, be useful for the determi-nation of volatile or combustible matter present, or both, on theunused catalyst.9.1.1 Plugs of quartz wool are to be charged to the cell asshown in Fig. 2. Weigh the cell and wool plug(s).9.1.2 Charge at
36、least1gofcatalyst to the cell.9.1.3 Connect the cell to the main manifold at stopcock 2and vent.9.1.4 Secure the thermocouple to the glass along the outsideof the center of the catalyst bed (Fig. 2).10. Air Calcination10.1 To ensure removal of adsorbed hydrocarbons from thecatalyst surface due to am
37、bient contamination a calcination inpurified air is recommended.10.1.1 Close all stopcocks except 3, 2, and 1. Establish aflow of air between 10 and 25 cm3/g of catalyst per minute byopening stopcocks 13 and 9.10.1.2 Commence heating of the catalyst to 723 K (450C)at a rate not to exceed 10C/min. Ho
38、ld at 723 K (450C) for 1h.10.1.3 Cool to 673 to 698 K (400 to 425C).10.1.4 Close stopcocks 3 and 13. Evacuate by opening 12cautiously to avoid disturbance of the sample. Open 8. Con-tinue to evacuate until a vacuum of about 1 mPa (105torr) isestablished. Close 8.10.1.5 Remove furnace and cool cell t
39、o room temperature.Close stopcock 12.11. Sample Reduction11.1 Open stopcocks 11, 9, 4, 2, and 1 and allow thehydrogen pressure to reach atmospheric. Open 3 and adjust thehydrogen flow to between 10 and 25 cm3/g of catalyst perminute. Continue purge for 15 to 30 min or until reasonablyconfident that
40、the system is essentially free of air.11.1.1 Replace the furnace and commence heating thesample cell at a rate not exceeding 10C/min.11.1.2 Hold at 723 K (450C) for 1 to 2 h.11.1.3 Cool to between 673 and 698 K (400 and 425C).11.1.4 Close stopcock 3 and then immediately 9, then 2.Open 12 and 8 and e
41、vacuate. After a good vacuum (about 1mPa (105torr) is reached, open 2 slowly to avoid disturbanceof the sample.D3908 03 (2015)311.1.5 Continue evacuation until the vacuum gauge readsabout 5 mPa (5 105torr) or less. If this requires more than1 h, a vacuum leak may be suspected. Repair it and repeat f
42、rom11.1. Remove the furnace, cool the sample rapidly to roomtemperature, and then close stopcock 2.11.1.6 After the sample cell is at room temperature closestopcocks 8 and 12.12. Procedure: Hydrogen Up-Take12.1 Gradually open stopcock 7 and expand hydrogen intothe manifold up to stopcock 2. Experien
43、ce will dictate asuitable pressure; about 6.67 kPa (50 torr) is usually accept-able. Close 7. Record Pm1. Record TmA1, the temperaturerepresentative of the manifold prior to expansion into thesample cell.12.1.1 After thermostating the sample to a desired tempera-ture ;295 to 298 K (;20 to 25 C) wate
44、r in a Dewar flask issuitable), open stopcock 2 and expand hydrogen into thesample cell. Note the temperature of the sample, T.12.1.2 Follow an approach to equilibrium by noting thechange in pressure with time. Record the equilibration pressure(Pe1). Typical equilibration times will be 30 to 60 min.
45、 RecordTmB1, the temperature representative of the entire system afterpressure equilibrium has been established.12.1.3 After equilibration, close stopcock 2 and add addi-tional hydrogen to the manifold by carefully opening 7. Recordthe pressure (Pm2). Record TmA2.12.1.4 Repeat procedure 11.1 11.1.4
46、through a minimumof three times approximately evenly spaced between 13.3 kPa(100 torr) and 40 kPa (300 torr). Record equilibration pressuresto Pe3or to Pexwhere x 3. Record TmAxand TmBxfor eachdosing.13. Dead Space13.1 Open stopcocks 12 and 8 and evacuate cell andmanifold to 1.3 103Pa (105torr).13.1
47、.1 Close stopcocks 2, 8, and 12 and gradually bleedhelium to a pressure of about 53.2 to 66.5 kPa (400 to 500 torr)into manifold by gently opening 6. Close 6. Record thepressure (Pm). Record the temperature Tm.13.1.2 Open stopcock 2 and expand the gas from manifoldinto the sample cell. Record the pr
48、essure (Pmd). Record the TmD.13.1.3 Repeat 13.1 13.1.2 at least three times.13.1.4 Close stopcock 2 and gradually open 3.13.1.5 Remove the sample cell from the system.13.1.6 Weigh the catalyst sample and cell. Subtract the taremass from 9.1.1 to obtain the sample mass, Wcat.14. Calculation for Manif
49、old CalibrationVm5 VcFPcPmc2 1G(1)NOTE 2It is assumed that this measurement is taken in a time elementshort enough that the temperature of the system is constant.15. Calculation for Dead Space VolumeVd5 VmFPmPmd2 1G(2)NOTE 3It is assumed that this measurement is taken in a time elementshort enough that the temperature of the system is constant.16. Calculation for Hydrogen Chemisorption (AdsorptionMethod)DOSE 1VadsSTP!15FVmSPm1/TmA1Pe1/TmB12 1D2 VdGS273TDSPe1760D (3)DOSE 2VadsSTP!253VmSPm2/TmA2Pe2/TmB22 1D1Vd SPe1/TmB1Pe2/TmB22 1D4S273TDSPe276
