Coconut Shell Activated Carbon

Activated Carbon

PETRA ACarb | Activated Carbon

Activated Carbon PRODUCT OVERVIEW

PETRA Acarb Coconut Shell Activated Carbon, a premium-grade product derived from natural coconut shells. Through a meticulous process of carbonization and activation, we transform these sustainable and renewable resources into a versatile and highly adsorbent material.

Our Coconut Shell Activated Carbon is designed to purify and improve the quality of various media, including liquids and gases. Its unique porous structure provides an extensive surface area, allowing it to effectively adsorb a wide range of impurities and contaminants.

This versatile product finds applications in diverse industries such as water treatment, air purification, food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals, and more. Whether you need to remove organic compounds, odors, or unwanted particles, our Coconut Shell Activated Carbon is an excellent choice.

With its natural origin, exceptional adsorption capabilities, and commitment to sustainability, our Coconut Shell Activated Carbon offers a reliable solution for your purification needs.

Application of Activated Carbon

Water Purification: PETRA Acarb is extensively used for water purification applications, including municipal water treatment, industrial water purification, and wastewater treatment. It effectively removes organic compounds, chlorine, taste, odor, and other impurities, ensuring clean and safe water.

Air Filtration: PETRA Acarb is utilized in air purification systems and air filters to remove volatile organic compounds (VOCs), odors, and airborne pollutants. It helps maintain clean and fresh indoor air quality in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.

Food and Beverage Processing: PETRA Acarb plays a crucial role in the food and beverage industry for decolorization, deodorization, and purification processes. It removes impurities, contaminants, and unwanted tastes or odors, ensuring high-quality and safe end products.

Pharmaceutical Purification:PETRA Acarb is widely used in pharmaceutical manufacturing for the purification and removal of organic compounds, toxins, and impurities. It ensures the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products.

Gold Recovery: PETRA Acarb finds applications in gold mining and refining processes. It is used in carbon-in-pulp (CIP) and carbon-in-leach (CIL) methods to adsorb gold and other precious metals from cyanide solutions, enabling their recovery.

Chemical Purification: PETRA Acarb is employed in the chemical industry for the purification, separation, and recovery of various chemicals and solvents, ensuring their quality and purity.

Activated Carbon Advantage

High Adsorption Capacity: Coconut-based activated carbon exhibits excellent adsorption properties due to its large surface area and highly porous structure. It can effectively adsorb a wide range of impurities, contaminants, and pollutants, making it ideal for purification applications.

Renewable and Sustainable: Coconut shells, the raw material for coconut-based activated carbon, are a renewable resource. Using coconut shells as the feedstock helps reduce dependence on non-renewable resources and contributes to sustainable manufacturing practices.

Cost-Effective: Coconut-based activated carbon offers a cost-effective solution for various purification processes. Its availability and affordability make it a practical choice for industries that require large quantities of activated carbon.

Low Ash Content: Coconut-based activated carbon typically has a low ash content, which minimizes the chances of unwanted residue in the treated media. This feature is particularly important in applications such as food and beverage processing or pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Versatility: Coconut-based activated carbon finds applications across a wide range of industries and sectors. It is used in water treatment, air purification, gold recovery, gas purification, chemical processing, and more. Its versatility and effectiveness make it a sought-after choice for diverse purification needs.

Enhanced Purity: Coconut-based activated carbon has been shown to effectively remove organic compounds, odors, and unwanted particles from liquids and gases. It helps improve the overall purity and quality of the treated media, leading to better end products.

Low Dust and Fine Particle Generation: Coconut-based activated carbon is known for its relatively low dust and fine particle generation during handling and use. This characteristic is beneficial for applications where minimizing contamination and maintaining clean working environments are crucial.

Physical Properties of Activated Carbon
Properties Values
Appearance Black granular or powdered material
Particle Size Distribution Customizable; typically 8x30 mesh to 100x200 mesh
Bulk Density 0.45 - 0.55 g/cm3 (28 - 34 lb/ft3)
Moisture Content ≤ 5%
pH (10% Aqueous Solution) 6.5 - 7.5
Ash Content ≤ 3%
Iodine Number 900 - 1,200 mg/g
CTC (Caramel Decolorizing Index) ≥ 60%
Surface Area 800 - 1,200 m2/g
Activated Carbon Safety and Handling

PETRA ACarb must be handled as an industrial chemical, which requires the use of protective equipment and adherence to the precautions indicated in the MSDS. MSDS will only be supplied upon request.

Activated Carbon Packaging

25 KG BAG

On request, private labelling, specialized packaging, and labelling are also offered.

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