Hydrogen Energy

Ammonia Cracking

Overview of Ammonia Cracking Hydrogen Production Technology

Ammonia cracking produces hydrogen through a catalytic decomposition process, in which liquid ammonia is decomposed at high temperature into a hydrogen-nitrogen mixture (H₂+ N₂). With an integrated purification system, the process can flexibly deliver either the mixed gas or high-purity hydrogen. The technology adopts a modular design, integrating key components such as evaporators, electric heating cracking furnaces, heat exchangers, and purification systems.

 

Reaction Principle

Under the action of a nickel-based catalyst, liquid ammonia undergoes thermal decomposition at 500–850 °C, producing a mixed gas with a standard composition of  75% H₂and 25% N₂.

Reaction equation:
2NH₃→3H₂+ N₂(ΔH = +92 kJ/mol)

 

Application Advantages

The resulting hydrogen-nitrogen mixture can be used as a protective atmosphere with the following features:

· Oxygen-free characteristics (O₂< 1 ppm)

· Reducing atmosphere

· Stable composition

It is used in semiconductor device manufacturing, special metallurgy processing, and other industrial and research fields that require a protective atmosphere.



Overview of Ammonia Cracking Hydrogen Production Technology

Ammonia cracking produces hydrogen through a catalytic decomposition process, in which liquid ammonia is decomposed at high temperature into a hydrogen-nitrogen mixture (H₂+ N₂). With an integrated purification system, the process can flexibly deliver either the mixed gas or high-purity hydrogen. The technology adopts a modular design, integrating key components such as evaporators, electric heating cracking furnaces, heat exchangers, and purification systems.

 

Reaction Principle

Under the action of a nickel-based catalyst, liquid ammonia undergoes thermal decomposition at 500–850 °C, producing a mixed gas with a standard composition of  75% H₂and 25% N₂.

Reaction equation:
2NH₃→3H₂+ N₂(ΔH = +92 kJ/mol)

 

Application Advantages

The resulting hydrogen-nitrogen mixture can be used as a protective atmosphere with the following features:

· Oxygen-free characteristics (O₂< 1 ppm)

· Reducing atmosphere

· Stable composition

It is used in semiconductor device manufacturing, special metallurgy processing, and other industrial and research fields that require a protective atmosphere.

Application Scope

The Ammonia Cracking Hydrogen Generator is specifically designed for small-to-medium-scale hydrogen demands. Using a high-efficiency nickel-based catalyst, it can be flexibly applied in scenarios such as semiconductor manufacturing, special metal heat treatment, photovoltaic wafer processing, and research laboratories. The system integrates core units including liquid ammonia vaporization, catalytic cracking, and gas purification, offering rapid start-up, wide load adjustment, and fully automated operation. Delivering a stable and reliable gas solution for precision manufacturing industries.

Core Advantages

Flexible Adaptation for Small-Scale Applications

Dual-mode capability for hydrogen or hydrogen-nitrogen mixed gas

Tailored for semiconductor, photovoltaic, and precision manufacturing

High-Efficiency Low-Temperature Reaction

Operating temperature: 500–850 °C

Ammonia conversion rate ≥ 99.5%

Compact Modular Design

Containerized modular structure

Rapid on-site deployment

Intelligent Control System

Fully automated one-button operation

Remote monitoring and fault diagnostics