Calgon Carbsorb activated carbon
Calgon Carbsorb Activated Carbon, made from bituminous coal by Calgon Carbon (Chemviron), is a premium granular activated carbon (GAC) for liquid-phase adsorption. It’s used in potable water treatment, industrial process water, and environmental remediation. KaT Solution distributes the Carbsorb® 30 and 40 models in Vietnam.
Calgon Carbsorb Activated Carbon is a premium range of granular activated carbon (GAC) produced from bituminous coal and engineered for liquid-phase adsorption applications. Designed and manufactured by Calgon Carbon (Chemviron), Carbsorb® media are widely used in potable water treatment, industrial process water, and environmental remediation systems. KaT Solution is proud to distribute the Carbsorb® 30 and Carbsorb® 40 models across Vietnam.
Key Features
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High adsorption capacity for organic compounds, color, and chlorine
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Excellent mechanical hardness, reducing carbon loss during backwash and transport
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Compliant with EN12915 for use in drinking water systems
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Reactivation-ready, reducing waste and lifecycle cost
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Produced under ISO 9001 certified quality systems
Applications
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Municipal drinking water purification
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Groundwater treatment for organic contaminants
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Industrial filtration systems
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Carbon filters in residential and commercial units
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Carbsorb® 30 | Carbsorb® 40 |
| Iodine Number (min, mg/g) | 900 | 900 |
| Methylene Blue Number (mg/g) | 230 | 260 |
| Effective Size (mm) | 0.9 | 0.6 |
| Mean Diameter (mm) | 1.6 | 1.0 |
| Surface Area (BET, m²/g) | 900 | 900 |
| Dechlorination Half-Length | 4 cm | 2 cm |
| Bed Density (kg/m³) | 420 | 420 |
| Uniformity Coefficient | 1.8 | 1.8 |
| Particle Size | 8×30 mesh (US Sieve) | 12×40 mesh (US Sieve) |
| Moisture (max %) | 2% | 2% |
Operational Guidelines
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Empty Bed Contact Time (EBCT): 10–60 minutes
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Bed Depth: 1–4 meters
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Backwash Expansion: ~20%
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Recommended Flow Rate: 5–15 m/h
By offering Carbsorb® 30 and Carbsorb® 40, KaT Solution ensures customers have access to efficient, long-lasting, and cost-effective activated carbon media. Whether your application demands low pressure drop or higher adsorption performance, Carbsorb® products are engineered to deliver results.