Types of Carbon Molecular Sieve

In industrial nitrogen generation systems, different grades of carbon molecular sieve (CMS) are designed to achieve various nitrogen purities, cycle efficiencies, and flow capacities. At OozeChem, we supply CMS220, CMS240, and CMS260  the most widely used carbon molecular sieve grades in Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) systems across the UAE and Gulf countries.These grades differ mainly in adsorption rate, nitrogen yield, and purity level. Selecting the right grade ensures the best balance between cost, purity, and system efficiency.

What is Carbon Molecular Sieve?

Carbon Molecular Sieve is a cutting edge adsorbent material specifically engineered for high efficiency nitrogen generation through Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) technology. As one of the leading chemical manufacturers in Gulf region, OozeChem serves as a reliable supplier inUAE, providing premium grade molecular sieve solutions to chemical industries, and businesses requiring specialized chemical services. Our CMS delivers exceptional performance in oxygen/nitrogen separation, making it the preferred choice for nitrogen generation systems across diverse industrial applications.

CMS Product Range Overview

CMS-220 Carbon Molecular Sieve

CMS-220 is a highly specialized carbon molecular sieve types designed with precise pore structure and exceptional selectivity characteristics. This advanced material utilizes the kinetic diameter differences between gas molecules to achieve superior separation performance. The product features uniform microporous structure with carefully controlled pore size distribution, enabling efficient separation of nitrogen from oxygen, methane from carbon dioxide, and other critical gas mixtures commonly encountered in industrial processes.

Technical Specifications of CMS-220

Physical Properties

Value

Appearance

Black cylindrical pellets

Diameter

1.5-1.7 mm

Length

3-5 mm

Bulk Density

600-650 kg/m³

Particle Density

1.1-1.3 g/cm³

Crush Strength

≥95 N/particle

CMS-240 Carbon Molecular Sieve

CMS-240 is specifically optimized for standard purity nitrogen generation, offering excellent kinetic selectivity and superior mechanical strength. This grade features precisely controlled microporous structure that enables selective adsorption of oxygen molecules while allowing nitrogen to pass through, achieving nitrogen purities of 95-99.9%.

Technical Specifications of CMS-240

Property

Value

Grade

CMS-240

Shape

Cylindrical Pellets

Size

1.5-3.0 mm diameter

Bulk Density

0.55-0.65 g/ml

Crushing Strength

≥ 90 N

Nitrogen Purity

95-99.9%

Oxygen Adsorption Capacity

≥ 14.0 ml O₂/g

Working Pressure

0.6-1.0 MPa

Operating Temperature

-10°C to 80°C

CMS-260 Carbon Molecular Sieve

CMS-260 represents the pinnacle of gas separation technology, specifically engineered for nitrogen generation and air separation applications. This high performance adsorbent material demonstrates exceptional selectivity in separating nitrogen from air, making it indispensable for onsite nitrogen generation applications requiring the highest purity levels.

Technical Specifications of CMS-260

Physical Properties

Value

Diameter

1.5-1.7 mm

Length

3-5 mm

Bulk Density

600-650 kg/m³

Surface Area

300-400 m²/g

Crush Strength

≥95% particles >30N

Moisture Content

≤1.5%

Applications Across Industries

Air Separation Units

All CMS grades excel in pressure swing adsorption (PSA) systems for nitrogen generation, delivering high purity nitrogen for food packaging, electronics manufacturing, and pharmaceutical production.

Natural Gas Processing

CMS effectively separates methane from carbon dioxide and other impurities, enhancing natural gas quality and meeting pipeline specifications for transportation and distribution.

Petrochemical Industry

CMS finds extensive application in petrochemical processes for separating light hydrocarbons, purifying process streams, and recovering valuable components from gas mixtures.

Food and Beverage Industry

The food processing sector relies on CMS for generating nitrogen atmospheres that preserve product freshness and extend shelf life through modified atmosphere packaging and wine production.

Electronics Manufacturing

Semiconductor and electronics manufacturing processes require ultra pure nitrogen environments. CMS enables production of high purity nitrogen essential for wave soldering and cleanroom applications.

Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industries

Chemical processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing utilize CMS generated nitrogen for creating inert atmospheres and preventing oxidation reactions during sensitive manufacturing processes.

Comparison Table: CMS220 vs CMS240 vs CMS260

ParameterCMS220CMS240CMS260
Nitrogen Purity (Typical)Up to 99.5%Up to 99.9%Up to 99.99%
Oxygen Adsorption RateModerateHighVery High
Nitrogen Yield / RecoveryStandardHighVery High
Cycle Time (PSA)Standard (~60 s)Faster (~45 s)Fastest (~40 s)
Operating Pressure Range0.8 – 1.2 MPa0.8 – 1.0 MPa0.8 – 1.0 MPa
Recommended ApplicationGeneral industrial nitrogenHigh-purity nitrogen for manufacturingUltra-pure nitrogen for electronics / labs
Relative Cost★☆☆★★☆★★★
Regeneration StabilityExcellentExcellentSuperior
Form AvailablePellet (1.0–2.0 mm)Pellet (1.0–1.5 mm)Pellet (0.8–1.2 mm)

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