Reaktionsgefäße

Reaktionsgefäße, also known as reaction vessels or reactors, are containers used in chemistry and chemical engineering to carry out chemical reactions. They are designed to hold reactants under controlled conditions of temperature, pressure, and agitation. The specific design of a reaction vessel depends heavily on the nature of the reaction, the scale of operation, and the materials being processed. Common materials for construction include glass, stainless steel, and specialized alloys, chosen for their resistance to corrosion and their ability to withstand operating conditions.

Reaction vessels can vary greatly in size, from small laboratory flasks used for research and development to massive industrial tanks measured in thousands of liters. Key features often include ports for adding reactants, removing products, and inserting instruments for monitoring parameters like temperature and pressure. Agitation systems, such as stirrers or impellers, are frequently incorporated to ensure thorough mixing of reactants, which can improve reaction rates and product uniformity. Heating and cooling jackets or internal coils are also common to precisely control the reaction temperature, a critical factor for many chemical processes. Some advanced reaction vessels are equipped with sophisticated control systems to automate and optimize the reaction process.