What are the differences between the applications of molecular sieves and silica gel?

What are the differences between the applications of molecular sieves and silica gel?

Although both have adsorption functions, their structures, chemical compositions, and uses are very different. In environments with lower relative humidity, the superiority of molecular sieves becomes more significant, and the adsorption capacity of silicone products will also weaken as the relative humidity decreases.

Therefore, product selection needs to be made based on the end use. Silica gel mainly focuses on removing moisture and impurities from the air, while molecular sieves are mainly used in fields such as oil and gas separation, hollow glass, water treatment, and catalytic reactions.