Atmospheric pyrolysis-oil processing

Atmospheric Pyrolysis Oil Distillation Plant

Review an atmospheric pyrolysis oil distillation plant for suitable tyre or plastic pyrolysis oils, with feed analysis and target fraction requirements.

2026-07-20
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This DB-series batch distillation platform is configured for characterized tyre or plastic pyrolysis oil. The confirmed equipment-table range is 5-8 or 8-10 tonnes per day, with a reference oil yield of 80-90% and gross equipment weights of 55 or 60 tonnes. Actual fractions, product quality, heating duty and pressure configuration require feed analysis and a signed process specification; a vacuum stage is not promised unless it is included in that project specification.

How an Atmospheric Distillation Plant Works

  1. Direct catalytic distillation - pyrolysis oil is pumped into the processor and catalytically heated to vaporize the oil.
  2. Vapor reforming and fractionation - the vapor reacts with catalysts, condenses, and is fractionated into base fuel oil.
  3. Fuel oil refinement - the base oil passes through sedimentation, filtration, chemical treatment and additive blending.
  4. Self-powered gas recycling - purified non-condensable gas is returned to fuel the processor burner, cutting energy use by about 30%.
  5. Emission-controlled flue gas treatment - alkali spray neutralization and an adsorption tower clean the flue gas before discharge (configured for project-specific emission-control requirements).

The whole process runs at normal (atmospheric) pressure, so there is no vacuum pump to maintain - a simpler structure with easier maintenance and lower operating cost, well suited to primary pyrolysis-oil processing. A high-efficiency catalytic tower or decolorization-and-deodorization unit removes acidic gases, sulfides and odor molecules for a cleaner, lighter-smelling fuel.

Models and Specifications

ModelDB-8DB-10
Capacity5-8 t/day8-10 t/day
Furnace sizeΦ2500 × 8800 × 18 mmΦ2500 × 11000 × 18 mm
Gross weight55 t60 t
Working power20-30 kW20-30 kW
Reference oil yield*80-90%80-90%
Heating methodDirect heat / hot airDirect heat / hot air
Working typeBatchBatch
Source-table pressureNormal pressureNormal pressure
Noise target≤85 dB≤85 dB
Shipping1×FR + 2×40' HQ1×FR + 2×40' HQ

Both models are batch-type, horizontal static designs with circulating-water cooling. The source table lists normal pressure; any vacuum-stage configuration must be confirmed in the signed process specification. Installation footprint is approximately 35 m × 20 m, with 1-2 operators per shift.

Expected Output Fractions

  • Light fuel oil (80-90% reference) - the primary output, tailored for industrial burners.
  • Diesel fuel - recovered and stored separately from lighter and heavier fractions.
  • Heavy oil - separated by the multi-layer distillation structure and stored separately to meet varied market needs.

Key Equipment Features

  • Normal-pressure operation - no vacuum pump system, simpler structure, easier maintenance.
  • Pre-filtration and thermal stabilization to remove impurities before distillation.
  • Distillation column with structured packing for an 80-90% reference light fuel oil yield.
  • Catalytic tower / decolorization-deodorization unit removes acidic gases, sulfides and odor.
  • Multi-layer distillation structure recovers light fuel, diesel fuel and heavy oil separately.
  • Customizable temperature zones for varied feedstock viscosities.
  • Premium output quality - strict process control for consistent fuel oil to be tested against the buyer's required product specification.
  • Efficient heating and maintenance - rapid non-stick heating walls minimize cleaning downtime.
  • Triple-layer safety - submerged arc welding + ultrasonic NDT + dual alarm system.
  • High-yield condensing system - enhanced cooling boosts oil output and extends service life.
  • Centralized automation - control desk monitors the full production line in real time.

Atmospheric vs Atmospheric & Vacuum Distillation

Atmospheric (this line)Atmospheric & Vacuum
PressureNormal pressure onlyAtmospheric + vacuum stages
Vacuum pumpNot requiredRequired
StructureSimpler structure, easier maintenanceMulti-stage tower
Best forPrimary processing, lower operating costHigher-grade fractionation, sulfur/chlorine removal

Choose atmospheric for a simpler, lower-cost primary upgrade of pyrolysis oil; choose atmospheric & vacuum when higher-grade fractionation and deeper impurity removal are required.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How does the distillation process work? Pyrolysis oil is distilled and fractionated to obtain gasoline, diesel and residual oil.
  • What feedstock can this plant process? Pyrolysis oil from plastics, rubber and other materials.
  • What is the oil yield? 80-90% reference light fuel oil.
  • What is the delivery time? The delivery schedule and departure port are confirmed in the commercial quotation.
  • What payment methods do you accept? Mainly T/T; other methods on request.
  • Are you a factory or a trading company? We operate our own factory in Shangqiu City, Henan Province, China.
  • What warranty and after-sales support do you provide? About 1 year (negotiable), with replacement parts, maintenance support and on-site installation by our engineers - support scope defined in the supply contract.
  • What information do I need for a quote? Raw material type, daily processing capacity and project location.

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Send your feedstock type, daily volume and project location, and a Pyrojin engineer will prepare a matching line configuration, layout and investment estimate.

Atmospheric pyrolysis-oil processing

Use oil analysis to define the distillation route

An atmospheric pyrolysis oil distillation plant must be matched to the oil's water, solids, sulfur, chlorine, stability and boiling range. Feed analysis and the required end-use specification determine pretreatment, separation and residue handling.

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