Chemical and functional materials
Catalysts
From energy to bio and medical, we expand the value of materials.
LT Metal’s catalyst technology adds value to every reaction
Catalysts are key materials that accelerate chemical reactions and improve reaction efficiency and selectivity.
Based on its precious metal and catalyst manufacturing technologies, LT Metal develops and produces a wide range of precious metal catalysts for fuel cells, biofuels, medical, and pharmaceutical applications.
We optimize catalyst composition, particle size, and dispersion to meet customer requirements and performance targets, delivering high-quality catalysts.
Catalyst Selection Guide
Which catalyst should you choose?
A catalyst’s application, activity, and durability depend on the size and distribution of the active material and the type and structure of the support. Choosing the right product for the application determines final performance.
| Category | Type | Main Applications | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrocatalysts | Pt/C | Hydrogen fuel cells and water electrolysis | Accelerates electrochemical reactions, improving fuel cell output and hydrogen production efficiency |
| PtM/C | Hydrogen fuel cells | Alloying and enhanced oxygen reduction activity reduce platinum loading and improve fuel cell output | |
| Biofuel Catalysts | Pt/Alumina | Feedstock pretreatment | Hydrogenation and hydrotreating remove olefins and impurities from sustainable feedstocks |
| Pt/Zeolite | Bio-jet fuel and biodiesel production | Upgrading and isomerization optimize bio-jet fuel and biodiesel quality | |
| Medical Catalysts | Pd/C | Medical and pharmaceutical | Hydrogenation enables selective reduction of unsaturated groups in pharmaceutical intermediates |
Why LT Metal
Three Design Capabilities
Global customers choose LT Metal because our design capabilities in composition, structure, and reliability allow us to deliver the performance and quality they require. This is LT Metal’s core competitive strength.
We Design Composition
We design the type and content of precious metals such as platinum and palladium, and their alloy compositions, for each application. From fuel cell activity and durability to the selective catalytic properties required in bio and medical fields, we achieve the composition that fits the purpose.
We Design Structure
By controlling particle size and distribution, dispersion, and loading sites, we design catalyst structures in which precious metals function effectively. Depending on the process, we use supports such as carbon, alumina, and zeolite to achieve optimal precious metal loading and dispersion conditions.
We Design Reliability
We systematically manage precious metal content, impurities, and lot-to-lot uniformity. Through evaluation and quality control that reflect actual application conditions, we deliver the consistent catalyst quality our customers require.
