LIQUID PHASE CHEMICAL REACTOR APPARATUS

The present set-up consists of a reactor vessel fitted with a variable speed agitator and detachable baffles. This unit is designed to study chemical kinetics. Reactants are fed to the reactor, using a pump, and flow is regulated and monitored by individual Rotameter. An adjustable overflow device is provided in the reactor to conduct the experiment on different reactor volumes. A Stainless Steel Coil is immersed in the reactor through which the hot water supply is circulated. The temperature of the hot water is controlled by means of a Temperature Controller and it enables the students to enhance their experimentation capabilities

Experimentation/Learning Objectives To study chemical kinetics.
• To study the effect of residence time.
• To study the effect of mixing speed.
• To study the effect of temperature on chemical reactions.

Utilities Required
• Electricity Supply: Single Phase, 220 VAC, 50 Hz, 5-15 Amp combined socket with earth connection. Earth voltage should be less than 5 volts.
• Water Supply
• Floor Drain.
• Floor Area Required: 1.5 m x 1 m.
• Instruments, Laboratory wares, and Chemicals required for analysis as per the system adopted