13X APG Molecular Sieve

13X APG molecular sieve beads for air pre-purification

Packing and typical duty

Molecular sieve in 150 kg steel drums palletised and loaded into a container
Packed for export: 25 kg bags, drums or big bags
Air separation plant using molecular sieve pre-purification
13X APG in an air separation pre-purification unit

Before you order

13X APG Molecular Sieve

13X APG is the X-type grade supplied for air separation service. It is selected for the simultaneous removal of water and CO2 from feed air ahead of the cold box, where both must be reduced to trace levels to prevent freezing in the cryogenic section.

Specification (typical values)

Parameter Typical value
Type 13X APG (air separation grade, sodium X)
Nominal pore opening 9–10 Å
Form Spheres / pellets
Typical sizes Spheres 1.6–2.5 mm, 3.0–5.0 mm; pellets 1/16", 1/8"
Bulk density ≥0.62 g/ml (typical 0.62–0.66)
Static water adsorption ≥26 wt%
Static CO2 adsorption (25 °C) ≥17.5 wt% (typical 17.5–18.5)
Crush strength ≥30 N (1.6–2.5 mm); ≥85 N (3.0–5.0 mm)
Attrition loss ≤0.2 wt%
Moisture as packed ≤1.5 wt%

Typical values for this grade, taken from commonly published industry data and the standard shown below. The values actually delivered are those measured on your lot and reported on its certificate of analysis.

Reference standard: Air separation grade

Typical applications

Cryogenic Air Separation

Feed air pre-purification in front of the cold box.

PSA / VPSA Oxygen

Where water and CO2 must be removed ahead of the zeolite bed.

Instrument Air

Deep drying and CO2 removal for dry, CO2-free air.

Packing

25 kg carton or paper-plastic composite bag with moisture-barrier liner; 130–150 kg sealed steel drum; 750–1,000 kg big bag.

Minimum order 1,000 kg per grade. Private-label packing and documents in the buyer’s name are available for distributors.

Documents

  • Technical Data Sheet (TDS) — typical specification for this grade — Download PDF
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — in the format required by the destination market — Download PDF
  • Certificate of Analysis — issued per lot, from the measured batch results

Factory-direct supply

Manufactured at our own plant in Zhengzhou, Henan

6,000 tonnes of annual capacity. We test every lot before release and ship with a lot-specific COA. Buyers may audit the plant or appoint their own inspector.

How we make it →

How this grade ships

25 kg paper-plastic composite bag used for molecular sieve beads
25 kg paper-plastic composite bag — the standard export pack
750-1000 kg FIBC jumbo bag with lifting loops for molecular sieve shipments
750–1,000 kg FIBC big bag for vessel loads

Frequently asked questions

Why is a dedicated APG grade used in air separation?

The duty requires water and CO2 to be removed in the same bed at trace levels. APG grades are selected for both capacities together rather than for water alone.

How long does a pre-purification bed last?

Service life depends on feed conditions, cycle time and regeneration. Send us your feed composition and cycle and we will size the bed and estimate replacement intervals.

What is the minimum order and packing?

1,000 kg per grade, in 25 kg cartons or bags, 130–150 kg steel drums or 750–1,000 kg big bags.

Where this grade is used

Ask for this grade

Email sales@zeolitemolecularsieve.com or call +86 153 7878 8801 — 08:30–18:00 China time, Monday to Saturday.