Platinum-tin/Alumino-silicate Catalyst Preparation and Characterization

Abstract

Kaolinite and bentonite clay materials were used as support for preparing Pt, Sn, and platinum-tin (Pt-Sn) catalysts. The preparation of different catalysts (either mono- or bi-metals) was carried out via the conventional impregnation technique using a rota-evaporator. For preparing Pt or Sn catalysts, either chloroplatinic acid or tin chloride solutions were used. For bi-metal catalysts, a complex solution of both metal precursors (Pt and Sn) was used. All catalysts were physically characterized using different techniques: X-ray diffraction analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, and transmission electron microscope. The analyses clarify the role of the type of support and the effect of adding tin on Pt catalyst. The structure of support clay materials plays a significant role in controlling the interaction occurring between the impregnated metals and the clay support materials.