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Activated Carbon Filter Cartridges
Activated carbon filter cartridges with iodine values of 500, 800, and 1000. 2.5 inch and 4.5 inch diameter, 10 to 40 inch lengths. Removes chlorine,
What The Activated Carbon Does In Your Line
Activated carbon filter cartridges remove chlorine, taste, odor and organic contaminants from liquid streams. They are available in CTO, GAC and ACF configurations with media from acid washed coal, nut shell or coconut shell. The cartridges feature a polypropylene core and outer sleeve, with Buna, EPDM or silicone gaskets. They are dimensionally equivalent to common OEM series and fit standard housings without modification. Iodine values range from 500 to 1000, with coconut shell carbon offering the highest adsorption capacity.
Category: Carbon Filter Cartridges · Industries: Food And Beverage Plants Water Treatment And RO Systems
Why Buyers Pick This Element
- Removes chlorine, taste, odor and organic compounds from process and drinking water
- Iodine values of 500, 800 and 1000 support high adsorption capacity for different fluid duties
- Coconut shell carbon provides the highest iodine value and best organic removal
- Low pressure drop maintains steady flow under operating conditions
- Polypropylene core and sleeve provide good mechanical strength and integrality
- Dimensional equivalent to common OEM cartridges so no housing change is needed
Buyers Who Specify This Cartridge
- Water treatment plant engineers replacing chlorine removal cartridges in existing systems
- Food and beverage plant maintenance teams standardising on one carbon cartridge across lines
- Filtration distributors specifying carbon filters for residential and industrial applications
- RO system integrators specifying pretreatment for membrane protection
- Chemical and plating plant engineers needing organic removal in process water
What It Fixes On The Line
- Chlorine in feed water degrades RO membranes and affects product taste
- Organic compounds foul downstream membranes and reduce system efficiency
- OEM carbon cartridges have long lead times and high unit cost
- Inconsistent adsorption capacity leads to premature breakthrough and poor performance
- Cartridges with weak structure or poor integrality shed media during operation
Construction Detail
- Available in CTO, GAC and ACF configurations for different organic removal needs
- Media made from acid washed coal, nut shell or coconut shell with iodine values of 500, 800 or 1000
- Polypropylene core and outer sleeve provide structural integrity and chemical resistance
- Buna, EPDM or silicone gaskets for compatibility with water, solvents and hot service
- Outer diameter of 2.5 inch or 4.5 inch, lengths of 10, 20, 30 and 40 inch
- Maximum differential pressure of 7.2 bar at 21℃ and maximum temperature of 60℃
- Chlorine removal greater than 90% under rated conditions
Materials Of Construction
- Acid washed coal, nut shell and coconut shell carbon media with iodine values of 500, 800 and 1000
- Polypropylene core and outer sleeve for chemical resistance and structural strength
- Buna gaskets for general water and industrial service
- EPDM gaskets for hot water and moderate chemical duty
- Silicone gaskets where low extractables and high purity are required
Activated Carbon Filter Cartridges Specifications
Every figure below comes from the manufacturer data for this series. Anything not listed here is not published and we will confirm it against your duty before you order.
| Series | CTO, GAC, ACF |
|---|---|
| Outer Diameter | 2.5 inch, 4.5 inch |
| Lengths | 10 inch, 20 inch, 30 inch, 40 inch |
| Iodine Value | 500, 800, 1000 |
| Media | Acid washed coal, nut shell, coconut shell |
| Core and Sleeve | Polypropylene |
| Gasket Materials | Buna, EPDM, Silicone |
| Max Temperature | 60℃ |
| Max Differential Pressure | 7.2 bar at 21℃ |
| Chlorine Removal | ＞90% |
| Order Code Example | CTO-5-10-2.5-1000-S |
Where It Is Installed
Drinking water treatment where chlorine and organic taste must be removed before distribution
Food and beverage processing where taste and odor control are critical for product quality
Chemical and plating line pretreatment to protect downstream equipment from organic fouling
Industrial water systems requiring removal of volatile organic compounds and chlorine
RO pretreatment to protect membranes from chlorine degradation and organic scaling
How This Cartridge Is Built
Media Preparation
Media selection based on iodine value and application requirement
Pack Forming
Media loading into polypropylene core and sleeve with precision fill
Hardware Assembly
Thermal bonding of end caps without adhesive
End Cap Bonding
Gasket and O-ring installation to match the ordered configuration
Configuration
Final inspection for structural integrity and media alignment
Inspection And Packing
Flush, drain and individual packing for shipment
Checks Before It Ships
- Dimensional check of outer diameter, length and adapter against the ordered code
- Visual inspection of media fill, end cap bond and gasket seating
- Pressure test at 7.2 bar at 21℃ to verify structural integrity
- Iodine value verification for the selected carbon type
- Gasket compound and seating verification before packing
What We Can Change For You
- Length selected from 10, 20, 30 and 40 inch to match the installed housing
- Iodine value selected from 500, 800 or 1000 based on fluid chemistry and duty
- Gasket compound chosen from Buna, EPDM or Silicone for fluid compatibility
- Configuration selected from CTO, GAC or ACF based on target contaminant
- Private label printing and carton marking available for distributors
How It Compares With The Alternatives
| OEM branded carbon cartridges | Same dimensions and fit at a lower landed cost and shorter lead time, without the OEM warranty documentation |
|---|---|
| Carbon blocks | Cartridges offer higher flow capacity and easier change-out, but blocks may have tighter absolute rating |
| Activated carbon in granular form | Cartridges provide consistent flow and no media carryover, but granular beds require more space and maintenance |
| Other carbon filter cartridges with lower iodine value | Higher iodine values of 800 and 1000 improve organic removal efficiency and extend service life |
Installing And Running This Cartridge
- Confirm housing bore, seat type and cartridge length before ordering; the code must match the installed configuration
- Start clean differential pressure logging from day one so change-out is data driven
- Change out at 7.2 bar differential to avoid running at maximum pressure
- Do not exceed 60℃; select EPDM or silicone gaskets if the duty runs warm or carries solvents
- Flush the housing before fitting a new element so settled solids do not load it immediately
- Lift the element vertically and keep it upright so captured contaminants stay in place
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