Greetings to all,
Swim has read all the older threads about the topic and has concluded that the rxn itself is similiar to the birch, with obvious substitutions. So process should be ok.
swim still has some questions regarding the process so if you dont mind, swim would appreciate some clarification
Correct me if swim is wrong, but swim is under the impression that swim should use the same molar ratios required for a successful birch; 2:1-Li:FB, 3:1-Li:HCl...true or false?
Can anyone with experience on the rxn suggest a good EDA:Pfed ratio to start with? swim wants to try and preserve his EDA if possible (expensive) but he does not want yield to suffer from lack of EDA!
He was thinking of adding 1-2ml MeOH for every 1g of Pfed,
but is unsure if this amount will suffice?
Is this amount ok and will the amount vary with FB or HCL feed stock?
Swim also read that Li metal will dissolve in room temp EDA only if it is anhydrous, and if it isnt then EDA needs to be heated! Will the temp depend on total water content?
Swim will be starting with AR 98% EDA so water content, although present will be in minute amounts..swim will check to see if Li dissolves when it arrives, but will the EDA absorb water from the atmosphere..in storage and during rxn?
I was worried about the separation when i first set out, but i am optimistic about successfully pulling the fb d-meth out of the eda...fingers crossed anyway, when the time comes i will happily log my data and provide it for others to look at. So long as i get to that stage!
My chemistry knowledge is fairly basic so go easy on me