JLOX oxygen molecular sieve is a type X zeolite in bead form, made for the pressure swing adsorption (PSA) cycle that produces oxygen from compressed air. Under pressure, the sieve takes up nitrogen in preference to oxygen, so oxygen-enriched gas passes through the bed; when the pressure drops, the nitrogen releases and the bed is ready for the next cycle. The line comes in two series. The JLOX-100 series is the lithium form of the X crystal and holds more nitrogen per gram than the JLOX-500 series. The JLOX-500 series is an X type sieve built to replace 5A (calcium A) sieve in generator beds.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
- Oxygen concentrators (JLOX-100 series)
- Industrial and medical PSA oxygen generators (JLOX-500)
- Portable oxygen generators (JLOX-501A)
SIZES AND PACKAGING
- JLOX-100 series: JLOX-100 beads at 1.6 to 2.5 mm, JLOX-101A at 0.4 to 0.8 mm, and JLOX-103 at 1.3 to 1.7 mm
- JLOX-500 series: JLOX-500 beads at 1.6 to 2.5 mm and JLOX-501A at 0.4 to 0.8 mm
Both series ship in 25 kg (55 lb) drums; 125 kg (276 lb) drums and other packaging are quoted on request.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is oxygen molecular sieve?
Oxygen molecular sieve is the zeolite adsorbent inside a PSA oxygen concentrator or oxygen generator; the columns that hold it are the unit's sieve beds. The bed takes up nitrogen from compressed air under pressure and releases it when the pressure drops, so the unit delivers oxygen-enriched gas. It is one of several molecular sieve types, each matched to a different separation.
Which JLOX series is used in oxygen concentrators?
The JLOX-100 series, the lithium form of the type X zeolite, developed for concentrator service and supplied in three bead diameters. The JLOX-500 series is designed for industrial and medical oxygen generators, and JLOX-501A for portable oxygen generators. Interra Global reviews the equipment and cycle for a given unit when called on.
What is lithium molecular sieve?
Lithium molecular sieve, also called lithium zeolite, is a type X zeolite with lithium ions exchanged into the crystal. The lithium form typically adsorbs more nitrogen, and separates it from oxygen more sharply, than sodium and calcium forms, which is why it is used in oxygen concentrators. JLOX-100 is the lithium series in the JLOX line; its product data sheet puts its nitrogen capacity at typically two to three times that of A type oxygen sieves.
Can JLOX-500 replace 5A molecular sieve in an oxygen generator?
The JLOX-500 series is designed as a replacement for 5A molecular sieve in PSA oxygen generators, and its product data sheet cites a faster adsorption rate, higher oxygen output, and longer service life. Whether a given generator can switch depends on its bed design and cycle, and Interra Global reviews the service conditions when called on.
How should JLOX molecular sieve be stored?
In a dry place, in sealed packaging. The sieve adsorbs water from the air, and water taken up before loading typically reduces the nitrogen capacity the bed delivers. Reseal opened drums, and rotate stock so the oldest material is used first.