Synthesis of zeolite beta using silica gel as a source of SiO2

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Abstract
The feasibility of synthesising pure zeolite beta in high yields using silica gel as the source of SiO2 is demonstrated. The phase‐purity and yield of beta is enhanced by using silica gels with high surface area. The influence of various synthesis parameters (Si/Al ratio, alkalinity, dilution level, concentration of the organic base, etc.) on the kinetics of synthesis as well as the quality and yield of the zeolite have been investigated. A correlation between XRD crystallinity of the samples with varying degrees of crystallinity and that estimated from framework IR spectroscopy, differential thermal analysis and adsorption of n‐hexane is demonstrated. The dependence of the yield of zeolite beta on SiO2/Al2O3 ratio of the gel is also reported. The results of the present study indicate the feasibility of a cheaper route for the manufacture of zeolite beta.