Why Coconut Shell Carbon Filters Are the Top Choice for Clean Water Solutions?

1. Introduction

Clean water is essential for health, and **coconut shell activated carbon (CSAC) filter cartridges** are one of the most 

effective solutions for removing impurities. Used in **household water filters, industrial purification systems, and

 commercial bottling plants**, CSAC filters provide superior adsorption of contaminants while improving taste and 

odor.  

This guide covers:  

✔ **Why coconut shell carbon outperforms other filter media

✔ **Key applications in water treatment**  

✔ **How to choose the right carbon filter cartridge**  

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2. Why Coconut Shell Carbon is Ideal for Water Filtration?

✅ Superior Adsorption Capacity  

- Microporous structure** (1–2 nm pores) → Traps chlorine, VOCs, and heavy metals  

- *odine value ≥1000 mg/g** → Higher contaminant removal efficiency  

✅ Excellent Chemical & Physical Properties  

- Low ash content (<5%)** → Prevents leaching of impurities into water  

- High hardness (≥98%)** → Resists breakdown in flowing water  

✅ Certified Safe for Drinking Water**  

- Meets NSF/ANSI 42 & 61 standards** for chlorine reduction and material safety  

- FDA-approved** for food and beverage applications  

✅ Cost-Effective & Long-Lasting  

- **Longer service life** than coal-based carbon  

- **Regenerable** (thermal reactivation possible for industrial use)  

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3. Key Technical Specification

item		First Grade	Second Grade
ParticleSize 8-20Mesh 10-24Mesh	%	≥95	≥95
iodine Sorption Value	mg/g	≥1000	≥900
Intensity	%	≥98	≥98
Moisture	%	≤10	≤10
Ash	%	≤3	≤3
Filling Specific	g/cm³	0.45-0.5	0.47-0.55
PH		6-9	6-9

4. Applications in Water Treatment* 

① Household Drinking Water Filters* 

- Removes **chlorine, pesticides, and organic compounds**  

- Improves **taste and odor**  

② Industrial Wastewater Treatment**  

- Purifies **pharmaceutical and chemical wastewater**  

- Removes **dyes and toxic organics**  

③ Commercial & Municipal Systems**  

- Used in **bottled water production**  

- Point-of-entry (POE) whole-house filters

5. How to Choose the Right Carbon Filter Cartridge?**  

⚠️ 3 Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. **Low-quality carbon** → High ash content (>5%) reduces effectiveness  

2. **Incorrect micron rating** → Too loose = poor filtration; too tight = flow restriction  

3. **Non-certified products** → May leach harmful substances  

✅ Selection Guide

✔ **For drinking water:** 0.5–10 micron carbon block filters  

✔ **For industrial use:** 20–50 micron granular activated carbon (GAC) filters  

✔ **Certifications:** NSF 42/53, FDA, or EU standards  

6. Maintenance & Replacement Tips

- **Replace every 6–12 months** (household filters)  

- **Backwash GAC filters** to extend lifespan  

- **Test water quality** regularly for chlorine/VOC levels  

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7. Why Choose Our Coconut Shell Carbon Filters?* 

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