Production method of potassium borohydride
A simplified method for producing potassium borohydride through mixing and heat-treating solid raw materials at elevated temperatures addresses the complexity of existing methods, improving yield and efficiency.
JP2025121636APending Publication Date: 2025-08-20NIPPON LIGHT METAL CO LTD
Patent Information
- Application Number
- JP2024017200
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-02-07
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-20
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing methods for producing potassium borohydride are complex and involve multiple steps, such as dispersing powders in non-polar liquids or generating solutions and solids, which complicates the production process.
Method used
A method involving mixing solid raw materials containing an alkali metal compound, a fluoride, and at least one material selected from an aluminum compound and aluminum, followed by a heat treatment at a temperature higher than 560°C, with optional pretreatment steps and a hydrogen atmosphere.
Benefits of technology
This approach simplifies the production process and enhances the yield of potassium borohydride by optimizing the reaction conditions and minimizing impurities.
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Abstract
To produce potassium borohydride by a simple process.SOLUTION: A production method of potassium borohydride comprises a reaction process in which solid raw materials, including an alkali metal compound, fluoride, and at least one or more materials selected from aluminum compounds and aluminum, are mixed and heat-treated at a temperature greater than 560°C.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 5
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