Absorption of Zirconium Tetrachloride by a KCl–AlCl3 Melt as Applied to the Extractive Distillation of Zirconium and Hafnium Tetrachlorides
摘要
The process of ZrCl4 vapor absorption by a KCl–AlCl3–ZrCl4 melt is studied on a pilot setup within a temperature range of 324–424°C in columns of different types. The dependence of the equilibrium ZrCl4 concentration on temperature is established within the studied range of temperatures and pressures. The number of trays required to attain the equilibrium concentration is determined. Some recommendations on the reflux condenser operation regimes in the process of extractive ZrCl4 and HfCl4 distillation are given.