The formula to calculate the Reactor Space Time (Ï„Reactor) is:
\[ \tau_{Reactor} = \frac{V_{reactor}}{v_o} \]
Reactor Space Time refers to the average time a reactant spends inside a reactor, which is a vessel or system where chemical reactions take place. The Reactor Volume gives us the capacity of the reactor. The Volumetric Flow Rate of Feed to Reactor gives the volume of the reactants stream being fed to the reactor per unit time.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
\[ \tau_{Reactor} = \frac{2.49}{9.8} \approx 0.254081632653061 \]
The Reactor Space Time is approximately 0.254081632653061 Second.
| Reactor Volume (Cubic Meter) | Volumetric Flow Rate (Cubic Meter per Second) | Reactor Space Time (Second) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 9.8 | 0.204081632653061 |
| 2.1 | 9.8 | 0.214285714285714 |
| 2.2 | 9.8 | 0.224489795918367 |
| 2.3 | 9.8 | 0.234693877551020 |
| 2.4 | 9.8 | 0.244897959183674 |
| 2.5 | 9.8 | 0.255102040816327 |
| 2.6 | 9.8 | 0.265306122448980 |
| 2.7 | 9.8 | 0.275510204081633 |
| 2.8 | 9.8 | 0.285714285714286 |
| 2.9 | 9.8 | 0.295918367346939 |