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The fReactor Photo Flow has been developed by Asynt in conjunction with the University of Leeds (UK). This innovative technology has allowed researchers to unlock Photochemistry in Flow, offering a powerful yet intuitive platform for those looking to explore this field of applications.

Photocatalysis is an extremely valuable and useful synthetic tool that provides access to typically problematic reaction pathways which might otherwise require multi-step synthetic routes using conventional thermal or chemical activation methods.

Until now, however, synthetic organic chemists have tended to shy away from photochemistry as a result of safety concerns around overly complex equipment and ionizing UV light.

The fReactor Photo Flow has been specifically designed for high operational safety and ease of use, offering users all the key advantages that flow photochemical reactor offers over conventional batch systems, including controlled exposure times, consistent light flux and precise temperature control.

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Two high power LED wavelengths options (450 nm / Blue and 365 nm / UV) accompany this new addition to the Asynt fReactor Flow Chemistry platform in order to suit most photochemical activation requirements. There are alternative excitation wavelength options available upon request.

An affordable entry point into the world of Flow Chemistry, Asynt’s popular fReactor integrates the efficiency of pipe-flow processing with the advanced mixing of 5 Continuous Stirred Tank Reactors (CSTR). A versatile “plug-and-flow” setup is delivered by the fReactor, which is particularly well-suited to multiphasic reactions, facilitating continuous-flow processing by chemists with ease.

The Installation required for each fReactor Photo Flow module is simple and straightforward. Users simply need to place the module over the required fReactor cell, at which point the Photo Flow easily clips quickly into position, ready to allow users to begin the experiment.

Prof. Nikil Kapur, University of Leeds, with fReactor Photo Flow module. Image Credit: Asynt

There are up to five Photo Flow modules to facilitate flexibility, allowing users to choose how many Photo Flow modules to use on a fReactor base platform. With an optional splitter lead, all five fReactor Photo Flow modules can be powered from a single power supply.

This information has been sourced, reviewed and adapted from materials provided by Asynt.

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