Optimizing the dehydrogenation catalyst of higher normal paraffins supported on a nanocrystalline gamma alumina
Abstract
This study presents an optimization of dehydrogenation catalyst components including platinum, indium, and lithium using response surface methodology (RSM). The catalysts were supported on a synthesized nanocrystalline gamma alumina and evaluated in the dehydrogenation reaction of higher normal paraffins (C10–C15). The best catalytic performance was obtained with the following material ratios: 0.22 of Pt, 0.5 of In, and 0.31 of Li. Comparison of the performance of the optimized catalyst to an industrial catalyst showed the improved catalytic activity of the optimized sample. The obtained results revealed the excellent potential of the optimized catalyst in the dehydrogenation reaction of higher normal paraffins.