Studies on the Reaction Mechanism of CPP and the Factors Affecting the Yields of Ethylene and Propyl

The reaction mechanisms of Catalytic Pyrolysis Process and theethylene and propylene forma-tion reaction are analyzed, and ethylene and propylene are produced through both the free radical reac-tion and carbenium ion reaction. The factors affecting the yields of ethylene and propylene are discussed.The results showed that greater yields of ethylene and propylene can be obtained on ZSM-5 catalystsrather than USY and REY catalysts, and the modified ZSM-5 could improve the ethylene yield. A highertemperature is favorable for enhancement of the free radical reaction as opposed to carbenium ion reaction,and change in temperature can adjust the ratio of ethylene and propylene production. A higher steamamount could produce more ethylene and propylene and less coke, and lowering the catalyst/oil ratio isfavorable for producing ethylene.