Specific UV light wavelength-intensity combinations create molecular interactions that result in the synthesis or separation of chemical compounds. From anti-cancer (Hydroxycamptothecin) or anti-malaria (artemisinin) drugs to powerful precursors (carbon tetrachloride), photochemistry has been the ideal mechanism for many chemical compound production systems in pharmaceutical, agricultural, cosmetic, petrochemical, plastics, dyes, and toxic waste disposal applications.
Photochemistry is revolutionizing the industrial chemistry landscape, however, it has long been tied to the limitations of UV mercury lamps. UV LED lamps are the perfect substitute to mercury and solve common shortcomings of the currently used light source.
KeyReact Benefits:
- Increased yields
- Consistent performance over time
- Mercury-free, preventing secondary containment
- No waste stream
- Longer lamp life, fewer replacements
As opposed to other sources, LEDs emit light close to the monochromatic range.With only ONE wavelength, no secondary reactions will take place, leading to ONE single product. This mechanism allows for 3-10x yields, decreasing the cost associated with excessive raw materials or handling of undesired byproducts.Through this process, company profits exponentially increase.
*While yield increases are not guaranteed and highly dependent on the specific reaction and existing reactor system; most applications will benefit yield-wise from the use of LEDs.