Decarboxylation is the process of heating raw cannabis or hemp plant material to convert non-psychoactive cannabinoid carboxylic acids (THCA, CBDA) into their active forms (THC, CBD). AE offers jacketed heated tanks and specialized decarboxylation reactors engineered for precise temperature control during the activation process.
Decarboxylation Equipment
Heated Decarboxylation Tanks
- 316 Stainless Steel Construction – Food-grade materials
- Steam or Electric Heating Jacket – Temperature control to 200°F+
- Size Range: 30G-500G+ – From laboratory to production scale
- Temperature Control: ±5°F precision
- Agitation Options – Gentle mixing to ensure even heating
- Atmospheric or Vacuum Operation – Customer preference
Process Parameters
- Temperature: 220-240°F (varies by cannabinoid target)
- Time: 30-120 minutes (material and temperature dependent)
- Inert Atmosphere Option: Nitrogen or CO2 purging to minimize oxidation
- Product Loss: Minimal when properly controlled
Equipment Integration
Decarboxylation tanks integrate into complete extraction lines:
- Upstream: Material preparation and storage
- Downstream: Extraction tanks or distillation systems
- Cooling: Optional glycol jacket for rapid cool-down post-decarb
- Controls: PLC or manual temperature management
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