Hydrogen is present in the heat transfer oil; what is the reason for this?
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During the operation of the methanol cracking hydrogen production plant, hydrogen was found in the expansion tank of the heat transfer oil heating system. What could be the reason for this, everyone? Thank you. Additionally, aside from the possibility of leaks from equipment such as conversion furnaces, is it possible for the heat transfer oil itself to produce some flammable gases (especially when the quality of the oil is poor)?
It has nothing to do with the oil; the converter is broken
Agree with what was said above; it’s a leak in the system, not an issue with the heat transfer oil
Heat transfer oil does not decompose into H2.
How did they detect hydrogen in the expansion tank upstairs?
Heat transfer oil generates hydrogen when heated; even transformer oil used for power generation produces hydrogen!
Typically, the base oil for heat transfer oils is hydrogenated in order to address some of the unsaturated molecular bonds in the base oil, thereby ensuring its high-temperature and oxidation resistance； There are several reasons for fires involving heat transfer oil: 1. After being in use for a certain period of time, the heat transfer oil contains too many low-molecular-weight components or its flash point decreases, making it flammable at this point ； 2. Phenyl ether-based heat transfer oils, due to their inherent properties – low flash point, volatility, and the presence of an explosive limit – require particular attention in terms of safety. Discussion QQ: 525224195