GC 20X50

granular activated carbon

GC 20X50 is a virgin activated carbon, which is granular in form.  Made from the finest grades of bituminous coal, it is ideal for many liquid phase applications including the removal of organics from wastewater streams.  Approved by the NSF, it is suitable for drinking water and food grade applications.

                       Specifications

                       Mesh Size – 20x50, %:                                                           90 (min)

                           Less than No. 20, %:                                                           5 (max)

                           Greater than No. 50, %:                                                   5 (max)

                       Iodine No., mg/g:                                                              950 (min)

                       Surface Area, m²/ g:                                                         950 (min)

                       Hardness, %:                                                                          90 (min)

                       Moisture, % (as packaged):                                           3.0 (max)

                       Typical Density, lbs./cu.ft.:                                                      27-30

                                                  g/cc:                                                            0.43-0.48

*Standard packaging is in 55 lb. vinyl bags.  Other packaging is available upon request.

Caution!

Wet activated carbon removes oxygen from air causing a severe hazard to workers inside carbon vessels.  Confined space/low oxygen procedures should be put in place before any entry is made.  Such procedures should comply with all applicable Local, State and Federal guidelines.

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