Activated carbon water filter: Characteristics, structure, and applications

What is Activated Carbon Water Filter Jug?

An activated carbon water filter jug is a type of jug that includes high-quality filtration systems such as activated carbon, heavy metal filter layer, silica sand filter layer, and mineral sand filter layers.

This product helps filter water sources to create pure water, rich in minerals, odorless, and beneficial for your health and your family.

The function of activated carbon in water filtration is very effective, with a high cleaning ability.

Technical Specifications

An activated carbon water filter jug is designed with various materials. Below are specific specifications related to the filter jug:

• Shape: Cylinder-shaped tablets, dark brown in color, with a length of 2 - 4m.
• Density: 650 - 700kg/m3.
• Raw material: Coconut shell charcoal activated at temperatures of 900 - 1000 degrees Celsius.

Basic Parameters

• Iodine number: 950 - 1100mg/g.
• Absorption capacity: 40 - 60%.
• Benzen: 23 - 33%.
• Methylene Blue: 130 - 170ml/g.
• Hardness: 95%.
• Ash content: 3 - 5%.
• Moisture: 5 - 6%.
• pH: 9 - 11.

Function and Structure of Activated Carbon Water Filter Jug

Function of Activated Carbon Water Filter Jug

The function of activated carbon water filter jug in water treatment is extremely powerful, as follows:

According to the research of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the World Health Organization's Drinking Water Standards (NSF), activated carbon can remove the following components:

• Removes about 60 - 80% of chemicals.
• Reduces the effectiveness of 30% of chemicals.
• Minimizes about 20% of chemicals.

Furthermore, according to the EPA, if activated carbon water filtration technology is used, it can:

• Eliminate 32 identified organic pollutants, including chlorine by-products.
• Remove all 14 types of pesticides.
• 12 types of herbicides will also be removed from the water by activated carbon.

Structure of Activated Carbon Water Filter Jug

Activated carbon water filter jugs have a simple, small, and lightweight structure suitable for all household conditions.

The structure includes:

• Coarse filter.
• Pure filter.
• Mineral stone.

With this structure, it helps remove all bacteria, sand, dust, rust, and other harmful substances to human health. After the water filtration process, you will have a source of pure water, free of unpleasant odors.

The most important component is the premium filter. This part includes the following:

• Firstly, activated carbon: helps remove chlorine-containing impurities, deodorizes, and removes color.
• Heavy metal filter layer: removes harmful heavy metals to health such as Hg, Au, etc.
• During the filtration process, the silica sand surface layer will create a filter membrane to support the process more effectively.
• Lastly, the mineral sand layer: this layer neutralizes alkaline substances.

Application of Activated Carbon Water Filter Jug in Daily Life

In Household Drinking Water Filtration

Activated carbon removes organic substances, chemicals, or compounds that can easily dissolve in water. Therefore, they are often applied in household coarse 3-stage water filters and wastewater treatment.

In Office Drinking Water Filtration

Activated carbon water filter jugs treat pollutants in drinking water, providing clean water for users. The jug's design is compact, with a simple operating mechanism. Therefore, they are also popular for use in office environments.

Notes When Using Activated Carbon Water Filter Jug

Some basic notes when using an activated carbon water filter jug are as follows:

• It is recommended to use block activated carbon as it has a higher density, better blocking and absorption capabilities.
• Contact time: the longer the contact time between water and the filter core, the better the water filtration. Therefore, when pouring water into the jug, you should let the water flow in at a moderate speed.
• It is essential to understand the expiration date of the jug. When it expires, you should replace it with a new device to ensure water filtration quality.
• Hot water easily dissolves impurities and enhances the activity of impurities, reducing the removal efficiency of activated carbon. Therefore, when pouring water into the jug, avoid using hot water.

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