This invention belongs to the field of
catalysis technology, and specifically discloses a sub-nanometer-scale Cu-based intermediate-temperature shift catalyst and its preparation method. The Cu-based intermediate-temperature shift catalyst consists of 20%–30% of a
composite oxide support, 30%–40% of Cu sub-nanometer particles supported on the
composite oxide support, and 30%–40% of an
active agent. Based on a
composite oxide support with a specific composition, the preparation process utilizes an
active agent, a surfactant, and
calcination under a protective
atmosphere to ensure that the support is loaded with fully dispersed Cu particles with a main particle size less than 2 nm as the
active component. Utilizing the size effect, the two components work synergistically, ensuring high catalytic activity, excellent
thermal stability, a wide active temperature range, and a long service life, while also improving the CO conversion rate in application. This Cu-based intermediate-temperature shift catalyst exhibits excellent performance in CO conversion reactions within a temperature range of 180℃–400℃.