Carbon Blocks

Carbon Blocks

what is carbon block?

Carbon block filters are an excellent option for various water filtration needs. They are more effective and last longer than granular activated carbon (GAC) filters because they are denser and have a larger surface area. Under-the-sink, whole-house, and countertop water filtration systems all contain these filters.

How do Carbon Block Filters Work?

Carbon block filters work through a combination of physical adsorption and chemical reactions to remove impurities and contaminants from water. Here's how they work:

• Adsorption: Carbon block filters use activated carbon, which has a lot of tiny holes and a large surface area. When water goes through the filter, impurities stick to the carbon. The carbon's tiny holes give the impurities plenty of space to attach to.
• Chemical Reactions: Activated carbon doesn't just trap pollutants, it can also chemically bind with them. For instance, it can get rid of chlorine from water by breaking down and neutralizing the chlorine molecules through a chemical reaction.
• Mechanical Filtration: Carbon block filters work like a sieve to catch dirt, sediment, and other stuff in the water. The tight structure of the filter stops these things from flowing through, cleaning the water effectively.
• Pore Size: The size of the tiny holes in the carbon block filter is really important because it decides which dirty stuff can be taken out. These filters can be made with different hole sizes to get rid of specific dirty stuff. Smaller holes can get rid of tinier particles and dirty stuff, while bigger holes are good at getting rid of larger particles.