Gliding arc plasma processing for decomposition of chloroform

Abstract

The decomposition of chloroform (CHCl3) diluted in air was studied. The experiment was carried out by using a gliding arc plasma. Different values of initial concentrations of chloroform, total gas flow rates, and input power frequencies have been used to investigate this effects on the conversion reaction products both qualitatively and quantitatively. Experimental results indicate that the maximum conversion of chloroform was 97% at a total gas flow rate of 180 Lh-1 containing 1% chloroform. Using air as carrier gas, decomposition of CHCl3 produces CCl4, CO2, CO, and Cl2 as the main products. Small amounts of HCl and COCl 2 are also detected. Liquid products were also produced. ？ 2005 Taylor & Francis.