Effect of Temperature on Co-Pyrolysis of Palm Kernel Shell and Plastic Waste under Natural Catalysts

Thoharudin Thoharudin

Abstract


Pyrolysis is a potential process for converting solid waste, such as biomass and plastic waste, into useful fuels and chemicals in liquid, solid, and gas forms. The pyrolysis temperature is a critical factor that influences the amount and quality of the product. Furthermore, the use of natural catalysts such as calcium oxide and natural zeolite affects the pyrolysis products. Thus, the purpose of this study is to evaluate the influence of temperature on the amount and quality of pyrolysis products, especially pyrolysis oil, using calcium oxide and natural zeolite catalysts. Pyrolysis was carried out in a stainless steel fixed-bed reactor. The temperature was kept at 400, 450, and 500 oC. The pyrolysis vapor was cooled with a water-jacket condenser, and the oil and wax were collected in an oil chamber. This study found that the pyrolysis temperatures had a substantial impact on the pyrolysis product yields. Furthermore, they influenced the density, viscosity, acidity, heating value, and chemical composition of the liquid product discussed in this study.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.18196/jmpm.v8i2.22053

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