High‑temperature, high‑pressure reactor
The petroleum refining reactor primarily consists of a reactor vessel, a stirring system, a heat transfer system, a sealing mechanism, and a control system. It is constructed from corrosion‑resistant alloy steel or stainless steel to withstand high‑temperature and high‑pressure operating conditions. Its key features include large throughput, demanding operating conditions, a high degree of automation, and stringent safety requirements. Depending on the type of reaction, reactors are categorized into hydrogenation, cracking, reforming, isomerization, and other varieties, each with its own unique reaction principles and applications—such as hydrotreating, catalytic cracking, and catalytic reforming—to meet the diverse needs of petroleum refining.