Mordenite Zeolite Catalyst

ZeoCatalyst is a Mordenite zeolite China supplier offering H-Mordenite, NH4-Mordenite, and Na-Mordenite for alkylation, isomerization, adsorption, dehydration, and catalyst support applications. Buyers can specify SiO2/Al2O3 ratio, ion form, sodium limit, particle size, powder or shaped form, and sample quantity for procurement evaluation.

The MOR framework contains 12-membered ring main channels with 8-membered ring side pockets. This pore architecture gives Mordenite a distinctive balance: it can admit many linear and moderately bulky molecules through the main channels, while the side pockets and channel geometry create stronger diffusion constraints than open 3D large-pore zeolites such as Beta zeolite or Y zeolite.

Mordenite is commonly evaluated in alkylation, isomerization, hydrocracking catalyst supports, dehydration, and adsorption. It is especially relevant when buyers need an acidic MOR zeolite in H-form or NH4-form, or a Na-form precursor for ion exchange and custom catalyst preparation.

How to Select the Right Mordenite Grade

Ion form is the first selection point. Na-Mordenite is normally used as a precursor or adsorbent grade. H-Mordenite provides Brønsted acidity for acid-catalyzed reactions. NH4-Mordenite is supplied when the buyer wants to calcine to H-form under their own activation conditions.

SiO2/Al2O3 ratio controls acidity, hydrophobicity, and thermal behavior. Lower SAR provides more acid sites and higher activity, but may also increase coke formation or reduce stability under severe conditions. Higher SAR reduces acid density and improves hydrophobicity, which can be useful in adsorption and selected acid-catalysis applications.

Particle size and form depend on the testing route. Powder is typical for lab screening and catalyst formulation. Extrudates or shaped bodies can be discussed when pressure drop, fixed-bed operation, or binder selection is part of the evaluation.

Available Mordenite Range

Custom SAR, sodium level, ion-exchanged form, powder particle size, and shaped catalyst options are available on request.

Key Specifications

Every shipment can include a batch Certificate of Analysis covering SiO2/Al2O3 ratio, Na2O content, XRD crystallinity, BET surface area, loss on ignition, and particle size distribution.

Application Fit

In alkylation, H-Mordenite can provide strong solid-acid sites for aromatic conversion where MOR pore geometry is suitable for the reactant and product size. Buyers should compare Mordenite against Beta zeolite when bulky aromatics or faster diffusion are required.

In isomerization, Mordenite may be evaluated as an acidic zeolite component or support, especially when one-dimensional channel selectivity is useful. For long-chain paraffin hydroisomerization and dewaxing, SAPO-11 is often a more targeted framework; Mordenite is better treated as a separate MOR option for screening.

In hydrocracking, Mordenite can be considered as an acidic support or formulation component when the target feed, metal function, and acidity profile fit the desired conversion and selectivity. For mainstream large-pore hydrocracking catalysts, USY and Beta remain the more common starting points.

Technical Documents

Download the Mordenite TDS or review the Mordenite specifications before sample approval.

When requesting a Mordenite sample, include your target ion form, SiO2/Al2O3 ratio, sodium limit, particle size, and application. If you are comparing multiple MOR grades, ask for TDS and COA examples for the candidate specifications.