Specifications

Complete specifications for hydrothermal reactors. Items marked Customizable available upon request.

Capacity (ml)	Overall Size (mm)	Overall Weight (kg)	Typical Use
5	40 × 65	0.7	Micro reactions, precious samples
10	40 × 80	0.8	Micro reactions, precious samples
15	50 × 108	1.0	Small reactions
25	56 × 115	1.12	Small reactions
50	67 × 155	1.95	Routine reactions (recommended)
100	77 × 165	2.8	Routine reactions
150	88 × 180	4.8	Medium scale
200	98 × 200	6.5	Medium scale
250	98 × 220	7.0	Medium scale
500	122 × 245	10.0	Industrial scale
1000	185 × 250	27.0	Industrial scale

Custom capacities and sizes available upon request.

📌 Customization Options:
• Liner Material: PTFE (standard) / PFA (premium — lower metal leaching)
• Shell Material: 304 SS (standard) / 316L SS (corrosion-resistant) / Titanium alloy (premium)
• Capacity: Custom capacities available (5ml ~ 2000ml range)
• Pressure Rating: Standard 6MPa / High-pressure custom (10MPa+)
• Custom specifications available upon request — consult our technical team

Product Description

I. Overview

The hydrothermal reactor features a high-quality stainless steel shell with a high-purity PTFE liner. Utilizing strong acid or alkali in a sealed high-temperature/high-pressure environment, it enables rapid digestion of insoluble materials and hydrothermal synthesis of advanced materials.

Compared to standard glassware, hydrothermal reactors operate at 220℃ and 6MPa — providing an ideal environment for hydrothermal synthesis, nanomaterial preparation, crystal growth, and sample digestion. The PTFE liner is chemically inert to all reagents, ensuring samples remain free from metal ion contamination.

Available in 5ml, 10ml, 15ml, 25ml, 50ml, 100ml, 150ml, 200ml, 250ml, 500ml, and 1000ml sizes. Widely used in materials science, nanotechnology, environmental testing, pharmaceuticals, and geological exploration.

II. Core Performance Parameters

Shell Material: High-quality stainless steel (304/316L)
Liner Material: High-purity PTFE, ultra-low metal leaching (Pb, U < 0.01ppb)
Max Temperature: 220℃
Max Pressure: 6MPa
Chemical Resistance: Resistant to HF, aqua regia, concentrated H₂SO₄, HNO₃, strong alkalis, organic solvents
Sealing: Threaded screw seal

III. Material & Workmanship

The shell is precision-machined from high-quality stainless steel — offering excellent mechanical strength and corrosion resistance. The PTFE liner is manufactured from imported high-purity resin using precision molding or machining — ensuring smooth, bubble-free, crack-free surfaces.

The stainless shell and PTFE liner fit together precisely. The threaded sealing design ensures reliable sealing under high-temperature/high-pressure conditions. Each product undergoes rigorous pressure testing and visual inspection.

Applications

Typical Applications

Nanomaterial Preparation

Hydrothermal synthesis of nanoparticles, nanorods, nanowires

Crystal Growth

Hydrothermal growth of high-quality single and polycrystalline materials

Hydrothermal Synthesis

Zeolites, molecular sieves, MOFs

Sample Digestion

Acid digestion of geological samples, ores, soils, sediments

Material Modification

Surface modification, doping, functionalization

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

Drug intermediates and API hydrothermal synthesis

Industries

Materials Science Nanomaterials, functional materials, composites
Chemical Engineering Hydrothermal synthesis, catalysis, process development
Environmental Science Solid waste treatment, pollutant degradation
Pharmaceutical Drug synthesis, crystallization process development
Geological Exploration Ore analysis, geological sample preparation
Research Hydrothermal synthesis and digestion studies

Chemical	PTFE Compatibility	Recommended Temperature	Notes
Hydrofluoric Acid (HF)	✅ Fully Compatible	≤ 200℃	PTFE is the only reliable material
Aqua Regia	✅ Fully Compatible	≤ 200℃	Avoid extreme high-temperature/high-pressure
Conc. H₂SO₄ (98%)	✅ Fully Compatible	≤ 200℃	Watch for exothermic reactions
Conc. HNO₃ (65%)	✅ Fully Compatible	≤ 200℃	Store away from light
NaOH (50%)	✅ Fully Compatible	≤ 200℃	Safe handling required for concentrated alkalis
Organic Solvents	✅ Fully Compatible	≤ Solvent BP	Ensure ventilation and fire safety

Selection Guide

I. By Reaction Volume

Reaction Volume	Recommended Capacity	Typical Use
< 5ml	5ml	Micro reactions, precious samples
5ml ~ 15ml	10ml / 15ml	Small reactions, exploratory experiments
15ml ~ 40ml	25ml / 50ml	Routine reactions (recommended)
40ml ~ 80ml	100ml	Routine reactions
80ml ~ 200ml	150ml / 200ml / 250ml	Medium scale
200ml ~ 500ml	500ml	Industrial scale
> 500ml	1000ml	Industrial scale

II. By Reaction Conditions

Routine hydrothermal synthesis (< 200℃): Standard PTFE liner + 304 SS shell
High-temperature reactions (200℃~220℃): Standard PTFE liner + 304 SS shell
Highly corrosive media: PTFE liner + 316L SS shell
Ultra-trace analysis: PFA liner + 316L SS shell
High-pressure reactions (> 6MPa): Custom heavy-duty reactor

💡 Selection Tip: 50ml and 100ml are the most common lab sizes — choose these as your default.
Reactor capacity should be 1.5~2× the total reaction volume to allow expansion space.
For highly corrosive media (hydrofluoric acid), choose 316L SS shell with PTFE liner.
Reaction temperature should be 20℃ below the liner's maximum rating as a safety margin.

Operation & Maintenance

User Guide

Standard operating guidelines for hydrothermal reactors. Proper use and maintenance ensure reaction safety and product longevity.

I. Pre-use Preparation

Inspect all components — check PTFE liner for cracks or deformation
Check sealing surfaces for smoothness — no scratches or damage
Clean the PTFE liner with ultrapure water or 10% nitric acid
Confirm reactor capacity matches the total reaction volume (filling ≤ 80%)

II. Loading & Sealing

Add reactants and solvent to the PTFE liner — filling volume ≤ 80%
Place the PTFE liner into the stainless shell — ensure proper positioning
Tighten the lid using a torque wrench to the recommended torque
Check seal integrity — ensure the lid and body are properly aligned

III. Heating & Reaction

Place the sealed reactor in an oven or heating apparatus
Set temperature (not exceeding 220℃) and time according to the experimental protocol
Do not open the oven during heating — temperature fluctuations may occur
After the reaction, turn off the heat and allow cooling to room temperature

IV. Opening & Post-treatment

Allow the reactor to cool completely to room temperature before opening
Release residual pressure carefully when opening — prevent acid spray
Remove the PTFE liner and collect the reaction product
Clean the liner and shell — dry before storage

V. Important Notes

Do not exceed rated temperature and pressure
Do not use damaged or aged PTFE liners
Avoid contact with molten alkali metals (Na, K) and elemental fluorine
Regularly inspect sealing surfaces and threads — replace if damaged
Pressure test reactors annually to ensure safety performance

💡 From a Seasoned Lab Technician: "Don't overfill, don't overtighten" — Filling volume should be 60%~80% of the liner capacity to allow expansion space.
Do not over-tighten the lid — PTFE is soft and over-tightening can deform the liner or damage the sealing ring. Use a torque wrench for consistent results.
Tighten diagonally — hand-tighten first, then use a wrench to diagonally tighten in stages for uniform sealing.
Before placing in the oven, confirm the lid is fully sealed to prevent leakage under high temperature and pressure.

Care & Notes

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⚠️ Safety & Compliance Checklist

High-Pressure Safety

Pressure can reach several MPa — ensure the lid is properly sealed

Thermal Safety

Use heat-resistant gloves during heating and cooling

Chemical Safety

Corrosive chemical operations must be performed in a fume hood

PPE

Safety goggles, lab coat, acid/alkali resistant gloves required

Compliance

Follow laboratory safety guidelines and relevant standards

Hydrothermal Reactor

Specifications

Product Description

I. Overview

II. Core Performance Parameters

III. Material & Workmanship

Applications

Nanomaterial Preparation

Crystal Growth

Hydrothermal Synthesis

Sample Digestion

Material Modification

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

Selection Guide

I. By Reaction Volume

II. By Reaction Conditions

User Guide

I. Pre-use Preparation

II. Loading & Sealing

III. Heating & Reaction

IV. Opening & Post-treatment

V. Important Notes

Care & Notes

High-Pressure Safety

Thermal Safety

Chemical Safety

PPE

Compliance

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Hydrothermal Reactor

Specifications

Product Description

I. Overview

II. Core Performance Parameters

III. Material & Workmanship

Applications

Nanomaterial Preparation

Crystal Growth

Hydrothermal Synthesis

Sample Digestion

Material Modification

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

Selection Guide

I. By Reaction Volume

II. By Reaction Conditions

User Guide

I. Pre-use Preparation

II. Loading & Sealing

III. Heating & Reaction

IV. Opening & Post-treatment

V. Important Notes

Care & Notes

High-Pressure Safety

Thermal Safety

Chemical Safety

PPE

Compliance

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