What is Granular Activated Carbon?

Granular activated carbon is a form of activated carbon that is often used in adsorption processes. Granular activated carbon is usually available in the form of small granules or pellets and is used in a variety of industrial and commercial applications.

Granular activated carbon is a material that has a large surface area and can adsorb pollutants with its pore structure. Activated carbon effectively adsorbs organic and inorganic pollutants, which can be used for water and gas purification, chemical processes, ventilation systems, industrial filtration, respiratory protection and many other applications.

The advantages of granular activated carbon are:

1. High adsorption capacity: granular activated carbon has the ability to adsorb large quantities of pollutants as it has a large surface area.
2. Physical resistance: Granular activated carbon has a hard and durable structure so that it can withstand mechanical abrasion throughout the operating process.
3. Easy to use: Granular activated carbon can be used with specially developed equipment and is easy to insert or remove.
4. Long service life: Granular activated carbon can have a long service life with regular maintenance and suitable conditions of use.
5. Recycling and reactivation: In some cases, granular activated carbon can be subjected to a reactivation process, which can extend its service life.

Granular activated carbon can have different particle sizes and properties depending on the requirements of the application. The particle size and pore structure can influence factors such as adsorption capacity, pressure drop, flow rate and operating efficiency.

The selection and use of granular activated carbon depends on the specific application, the characteristics of the contaminant and the operating conditions. Proper equipment selection, regular maintenance and management will ensure effective and efficient utilisation of granular activated carbon.