Petrochemical Design ›› 2021, Vol. 38 ›› Issue (1): 9-11.doi: 10.3969 /j.issn.1005-8168.2021.01.003

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Research on Extractive Distillation and Hydrogenation Combined Process for Preparation of Isobutane

Zhang Wenbin   

  1. SINOPEC Engineering Incorporation, Beijing, 100101
  • Received:2020-07-03 Accepted:2020-07-03 Online:2021-02-23 Published:2021-02-23
  • Contact: Zhang Wenbin,zhangwenbin@sei.com.cn E-mail:zhangwenbin@sei.com.cn

Abstract: In order to prepare high purity isobutane product from C4 fractions, a new process that combines extractive distillation, hydrogenation and product separation systems was designed. The best process flow scheme and operation parameters were determined by simulation, providing guidance for on-site operation of the plant. By optimizing the heat exchange network, the steam consumption was reduced by 20%, the cooling water consumption was saved by 2000 t/h, and an accumulative economic benefit of 50 million RMB was created annually. This route has become a new way for the rational utilization of C4 resources in China.

Key words: C4 fraction, extraction, hydrogenation, separation, isobutane