Chromium MOF (Cr-MIL-101, Purity: 99%, APS: 30-40µm)

Chromium MOF

Introduction:

Chromium metal organic framework are a class of materials that combine chromium metal centers with organic ligands to form a highly ordered, porous structure. These frameworks have garnered significant attention in various scientific fields due to their unique properties, including their ability to store gases, catalyze reactions, and serve as a platform for advanced material synthesis.

Structure and Characteristics

Cr-MOFs are renowned for:

High Surface Area: Their porous structure allows them to have an extraordinarily high surface area, which makes them suitable for gas storage and separation applications.

Stability: Chromium metal organic framework generally exhibit good thermal and chemical stability, making them reliable for use in various environments.

Functionality: The presence of active sites on the metal centers and within the pores allows Cr-MOFs to be useful for catalytic processes.

Applications of Chromium MOFs

Gas Storage and Separation Cr-MOFs are excellent materials for storing and separating gases, including hydrogen, carbon dioxide, methane, and other small molecules. Their high surface area and tunable pores allow for efficient gas adsorption, making them suitable for applications like natural gas storage, carbon capture, and hydrogen storage.

Catalysis Chromium metal organic framework can serve as catalysts for a wide range of chemical reactions, including oxidation, hydrogenation, and C-C bond formation. The metal centers within the framework can actively participate in catalytic cycles, while the porous structure provides ample surface area for reaction sites. Cr-MOFs have shown promise in heterogeneous catalysis due to their ability to provide highly accessible active sites for reactions.

Sensing Due to their tunable porosity and high surface area, Cr-MOFs can be used as sensors for detecting small molecules or environmental pollutants.