Stainless steel reactors

Stainless steel reactors are widely used in pharmaceutical factories, mainly for drug synthesis, mixing, reaction, crystallization, distillation and other processes. The following are its main applications and advantages:

### Application

1. **Drug synthesis**: used for chemical reactions such as oxidation, reduction, esterification, etc.

2. **Mixing and stirring**: ensure that materials are evenly mixed.

3. **Crystallization**: control conditions to crystallize drug ingredients.

4. **Distillation**: separate and purify drug ingredients.

5. **Sterilization**: sterilize drugs and equipment under high temperature and high pressure.

### Advantages

1. **Corrosion resistance**: stainless steel can resist corrosion from a variety of chemicals.

2. **Easy to clean**: smooth surface, easy to clean and disinfect, in line with GMP requirements.

3. **High temperature and high pressure resistance**: adapt to a variety of reaction conditions.

4. **Good sealing**: prevent contamination and leakage, ensure drug safety.

5. **Durability**: long service life and low maintenance cost.

### Selection considerations

1. **Volume**: Select the appropriate size according to production needs.

2. **Pressure and temperature**: Ensure that the equipment can withstand process requirements.

3. **Stirring method**: Select the stirring type according to the material characteristics.

4. **Material**: Usually 304 or 316L stainless steel is selected, and 316L is more suitable for highly corrosive environments.

5. **Control system**: Automated control helps improve efficiency and consistency.

### Maintenance

1. **Regular inspection**: Ensure the normal operation of the equipment.

2. **Cleaning and disinfection**: Thoroughly clean and disinfect after each use.

3. **Replace wearing parts**: Replace parts such as seals in a timely manner.

4. **Record maintenance**: Record each maintenance situation for easy traceability.

### Summary

Stainless steel reactors are key equipment in pharmaceutical production. Reasonable selection and maintenance can ensure drug quality and production efficiency.