Inexpensive solvent for elemental sulfur
Inexpensive solvent for elemental sulfur
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A core-in-kettle exchanger performance has been declining over time. The suspected root cause is deposition of elemental sulfur in kettle side of the exchanger. This fouling mechanism has been verified, and the exchanger is being planned to be isolated, cleared, and cleaned in near future.
I heard that toluene at relatively warm temperature (150 to 180 DegF) readily dissolves elemental sulfur, and therefore, it has been suggested as a potential soaking/washing liquid. Unfortunately, it is pretty expensive. Do any of you have any experience with sulfur washing/cleaning/soaking? Any suggestions on other potential solvents that work as effectively as toluene but much less costly?
Appreciate your comments & feedbacks.
I heard that toluene at relatively warm temperature (150 to 180 DegF) readily dissolves elemental sulfur, and therefore, it has been suggested as a potential soaking/washing liquid. Unfortunately, it is pretty expensive. Do any of you have any experience with sulfur washing/cleaning/soaking? Any suggestions on other potential solvents that work as effectively as toluene but much less costly?
Appreciate your comments & feedbacks.





RE: Inexpensive solvent for elemental sulfur
Takw a look at the Frasch Process.
RE: Inexpensive solvent for elemental sulfur
RE: Inexpensive solvent for elemental sulfur
RE: Inexpensive solvent for elemental sulfur