Activated Carbons
GC 12x40
Granular Activated Carbon
GC 12x40 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 water streams and the purification of potable water. NSF approved, it is suitable for drinking water and food grade applications.
Specifications
| Mesh size - 12x40, %: | 90(min) |
Less than No. 12, %: |
5(min) |
Greater than No. 40, %: |
5(max) |
| Iodine No., mg/g: | 1000 (min) |
| Surface Area, m2/g: | 1000(min) |
| Hardness, %: | 90 (min) |
| Abrasion No.: | 80(min) |
| Moisture, % (as packaged): | 3.0 (max) |
| Typical Density, lbs./cu.ft.: | 27-30 |
| Typical Density, g/cc:s | 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.
Activated Carbon MSDS
