Activated carbon (AC) is a natural material derived from bituminous coal, lignite, wood, coconut shell etc., activated by steam and other means. Carbon is very popular due to its ability to correct many water quality problems.
- Improve taste and remove odors
- Dechlorination of water
- Remove color from water
- Removal of organic substances
- Removal of synthetic organic substances
- Clear water for drinking, bathing and cooking
- Import from the USA
Specifications
- Carbon media type: Bituminous or coconut shell
- Most effective temperature: 60oF/16oC – 80oF/27oC
- Service flow rate: 2 – 6 gpm/cu.ft.
- pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Contaminates absorbed:
- Chlorine
- Organic chemicals
- Fertilizers
- Sediment
- Chemical odor
- Pesticides
- Detergents
- Chloramines
- TCE (Trichloroethylene)
- EDB (Ethylene dibromide)
- THM (Trihalometthanes)