Titanium Reactor For Paper And Pulping Industry

The paper and pulping industry involves highly corrosive media that can significantly damage conventional equipment. Titanium reactors, especially those manufactured from Grade 2 titanium, have become the preferred solution due to their outstanding corrosion and erosion resistance.

Although the initial investment is higher, titanium reactors deliver long service life, reduced maintenance costs, and superior operational reliability, making them highly cost-effective over the lifecycle of the equipment.

Key Features

Exceptional Corrosion Resistance
Suitable for acidic and chloride-containing environments

Long Service Life
Resistant to erosion, scaling, and chemical degradation

High Reliability
Stable performance in continuous industrial operations

Low Maintenance Cost
Minimizes downtime and replacement frequency

Lightweight & High Strength
Easier installation with strong structural performance

Product Specifications

Application: Paper & Pulping Industry

Tube Sheet Material: F316L Stainless Steel

Shell Material: Titanium ASTM B265 Grade 2

Diameter: 2800 mm

Length: 11,000 mm

Weight: ~10 Tons

Material Options

In addition to titanium, we offer a wide range of materials to suit different process conditions:

Titanium (Gr1, Gr2)

Stainless Steel (304, 316, Duplex)

Nickel & Nickel Alloys

Copper-Nickel Alloys

Zirconium

Tantalum

Design Options

Due to cost considerations, titanium reactors are often manufactured using:

Clad Plates (Composite Materials)
Titanium bonded with carbon steel or stainless steel

Titanium Lining Structures
Titanium layer applied to internal surfaces

These designs optimize cost while maintaining corrosion resistance.

Applications in Paper & Pulping

Titanium reactors are widely used in:

Bleaching processes

Chemical pulping systems

Acidic and oxidizing environments

Chlorine dioxide processing

Waste liquor treatment

Corrosion Resistance Performance

Titanium performs exceptionally well in:

• Acidic media

• Chloride-containing environments

• Oxidizing conditions

Not Recommended For:

Under certain conditions, titanium is not suitable for:

• Methanol

• Trichloroethylene

• Liquid N₂O₄

• Molten metal salts

• Carbon tetrachloride

• Pyridine compounds

• Hydrogen environments (specific conditions)

• Bromine vapor

Material selection should always be based on detailed process conditions.

Advantages Over Conventional Materials

Why Choose Titanium for Pulp & Paper?

Handles aggressive chemicals better than most materials

Reduces equipment failure and downtime

Improves plant efficiency and safety

Offers long-term economic benefits despite higher upfront cost

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