The most commonly used method of producing hydrogen is through the thermochemical process of steam methane reforming (SMR) or methane/natural gas reforming. This produces hydrogen as a byproduct of the production of carbon dioxide and methane through combustion. SMR is a very cost effective method for producing hydrogen, however there are a few factors that can cause issues with the efficiency of this process. These factors can include high levels of methane slipping through the SMR process, poor performance of the catalyst and low temperature conditions within the reactor. Monitoring these processes can help to prevent costly problems and improve overall plant performance.
The hydrogen analyzer is an instrument that can help to monitor the concentration of hydrogen in a gas mixture. It does this by measuring the difference in thermal conductivity between the sample and a reference gas. The difference in thermal conductivity causes a voltage to be measured that is proportional to the amount of hydrogen present in the sample gas. This makes the hydrogen analyzer a useful tool in monitoring the quality of a gas mixture and ensuring that it meets specified standards.
Analyzing Hydrogen Levels: The Role of Hydrogen Analyzers in Industrial Settings
The Servomex Gas Analyzer uses gas chromatography to measure trace impurities at parts-per-million and parts-per-billion levels, making it ideal for analyzing gases such as hydrogen. It can also be used in non-hazardous environments as a backup or to monitor the purging procedure in a power generator while maintenance work is performed. This is an excellent choice for monitoring the purity of hydrogen feed to generators as well as detecting any hydrogen leaks in these facilities.
