MPDS Photoreactor: The Modular Photochemical Development System
Development System
The Global Standard for Precise, Scalable, and Safe Photochemistry Lab Equipment.
The MPDS (Modular Photochemical Development System) is the industry’s most versatile framework for photochemical process development. From initial feasibility studies to industrial-scale optimization, the MPDS® provides a standardized, “Plug & Play” environment that ensures your results are repeatable and ready for scale-up.
As a worldwide proven system, the MPDS allows researchers to bridge the gap between discovery and production. Whether you are working with VUV, UV, and Visible light, the MPDS® is built to fit your requirements.
Why the MPDS® is the Leading Choice for Photochemistry
In modern chemical synthesis, the transition from lab-scale discovery to pilot/industrial-plant production often fails due to uncontrolled variables. The MPDS photoreactor system solves this by providing a modular architecture where every parameter—like light intensity, wavelength, and thermal management—is strictly regulated.
Key Modular Advantages:
- Interchangeable Light Sources: Configure your system with Medium Pressure Mercury lamps, LED (100 Watt or 200 Watt), Xenon, or Low Pressure radiation sources.
- Advanced Thermal Decoupling: Specialized cladding tubes ensure that the heat generated by the light source does not interfere with your reaction temperature, allowing for precise kinetic control.
- Optical Customization: Easily add optical filters to isolate specific wavelengths and maximize the quantum yield of your photocatalytic reactor setup.
- Scalability: Start with basic trials and upgrade your components as your project moves toward industrial implementation.
Explore the MPDS® Product Range
MPDS® BASIC: The Entry Point photochemistry
The MPDS® BASIC product range covers application-oriented photo-reactors and radiation sources designed for basic trials on a laboratory scale. It is the ideal reactor for laboratories starting their journey into light-driven synthesis.
- Focus: Determining if a photochemical route is viable and for first steps in process development.
- Setup: Simple, robust, and easy to use for rapid screening of reactions.
MPDS® EVO: Automated Process Development
The MPDS® EVO is an automated process development system for the qualified investigation of photochemical reactions. It is the tool of choice for researchers aiming to up-scale new processes or optimize existing reactions and photo-reactors.
- Focus: Bridging the gap between the lab bench and the pilot plant.
- Technology: Integrated sensors provide real-time feedback for precise process optimization.
MPDS® PRO: Robust Performance Under Extreme Conditions
The MPDS® PRO is our most robust process development system, designed for investigations under extreme conditions with cGMP standards. It is engineered for researchers who require industrial-grade data for final plant engineering and high-output performance, even for high corrosive reactions involving chlorine, bromine or fluorine.
- Focus: Final-stage optimization and long-term stability.
- Safety: Typically integrated into the Cabinet EVO PRO for maximum UV protection and environmental control and with optional corrosion protective coating.
Comparison of the Modular Photochemical Development Systems
To help you select the system that matches your project’s maturity, we offer three distinct tiers. Every tier is fully compatible with the wider range of MPDS® components, ensuring your investment is future-proof.
| Feature | MPDS® BASIC | MPDS® EVO | MPDS® PRO |
| Primary Goal | Feasibility & Screening/ Fundamental Data Collection | Process Optimization Advanced Data Collection for Scale-Up | High Robust Process Optimization |
| Stage of Research | Initial trials & proof of concept. | Kinetic studies & parameter refining. | Full process development Mini-Plant System |
| Data Acquisition | Manual recording of basic parameters. | Comprehensive data logging for plant engineering. | Comprehensive data logging for plant engineering. |
| Control System | Manual operation (Plug & Play). | Fully automated PLC-controlled system. | Fully automated PLC-controlled system. |
| Reproducibility | High (Standardized setup). | Absolute (Sensor-controlled). | Industrial Grade (Validated). |
| Modularity | Fully compatible with all MPDS® components. Fits in every standard fume hood | Includes in addition advanced sensor/actuator kits. Fits in walking-in fume hoods | Customized for specific industrial output, also in harsh environment. Fits in walking-in fume hoods |
| photonCABINET | Included (CE/DIN conform). Complies to worldwide norms | Included (with integrated High-power fan). (CE/DIN conform). Complies to worldwide norms | Included with optional corrosion protected coating. (CE/DIN conform). Complies to worldwide norms |
Enabling Green Photochemistry at every scale
Photochemistry is a cornerstone of sustainable “Green Chemistry.” By replacing traditional, energy-intensive thermal processes by light energy, the MPDS system allows:
- Higher selectivity and fewer side products for light sensitive processes.
- Energy Efficiency: By using monochromatic high efficient 100 Watt and 200 Watt LED lamps.
- Safe und full Scalability: Our systems are designed to meet the highest worldwide standards for safe laboratory work. Once a process is proven with our lab system, we guarantee seamless scalability to our commercial equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions about MPDS®
MPDS stands for Modular Photochemical Development System. It is the worldwide standard for modular photochemical experiments in the laboratory and process development stages.
The system can be equipped with a wide variety of sources, including medium pressure mercury, LED (100W and 200W), Xenon, and low pressure lamps. Thanks to our in-house LED pick-and-place machine, we are able to offer customized wavelength configurations.
Cladding tubes enable direct immersion of the lamp into the process, allowing full utilization of the emitted photons while maintaining linear scalability without reflective losses. In addition, they provide thermal decoupling by preventing the heat generated by the lamp from influencing the reaction temperature. This ensures that the results are driven purely by photochemical irradiation.
Yes. The MPDS is a fully modular system. All components are designed to be compatible across the BASIC, EVO, and PRO ranges. However, cabinets come up in different sizes.
Build the MPDS® That Fits Your Requirements
No two photochemical reactions are the same. From tailored light sources to specialized reactor geometries, we help you design a system that perfectly matches your research goals.
Ready to revolutionize your photochemistry lab? Our team of experts is ready to provide a technical consultation and help you configure your ideal MPDS setup.
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