Activated Carbon

Columnar Activated Carbon

Extruded coal-based columnar activated carbon in 1.5 / 4 / 6 / 8 mm diameters for gas purification and industrial adsorption applications.

Coal-based columnar activated carbon product photo — 1.5 to 8 mm diameters for gas purification
Product photo — Xuanbao Environmental
Columnar activated carbon specification sheet by diameter — BET 600–1,000 m²/g, CTC 40–65%, strength 93–96%

Overview

Produced from selected coal by crushing, blending, extrusion forming, carbonization and activation, columnar activated carbon offers high mechanical strength and good adsorption capacity, and is widely used in gas-phase purification and solvent recovery.

Technical Data

Parameterφ1.5 mmφ4 mmφ6 mmφ8 mm
BET surface area≥600≥800≥900≥1,000 m²/g
CCl₄ adsorption≥40%≥50%≥55%≥65%
Iodine value≥6008009001,000 mg/g
Strength≥96%≥95%94%93%
Moisture≤10%≤10%≤10% *≤10%
Bulk density600–700500–600500–600500–600 g/L *

Values shown are manufacturer specifications or typical values unless marked (*). Parameters marked (*) are reproduced from source documentation and may contain unit or OCR ambiguities — they are reference values only and must be confirmed against the current product specification before use in engineering design. Design values are confirmed per project after operating conditions are reviewed. Please contact us for current data sheets.

Key Features

  • High mechanical strength
  • Multiple standard diameters
  • Good capacity for organic vapor adsorption

Typical Applications

  • Industrial gas purification
  • Solvent recovery
  • Odor and VOC control

Application Limits & Conditions

Carbon is combustible; temperature limits and fire-safety measures apply. Bulk density and the φ6 mm moisture value are marked (*) for unit/print ambiguity in the printed source — confirm per batch.

Data to Provide for a Quotation

To receive a material recommendation and quotation, please share your operating conditions:

  • Gas flow rate (Nm³/h) and inlet / target outlet concentration
  • Gas composition and main pollutant components
  • Operating temperature and humidity
  • SO₂ and dust concentration (where applicable)
  • Existing reactor dimensions and current catalyst / adsorbent type
  • Required service life and any special requirements

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Which diameter should I choose?

Smaller diameters give faster adsorption kinetics but higher pressure drop. We select the diameter from flow rate, bed geometry and pressure drop budget.

Discuss this product for your gas conditions

Send us your operating conditions — we will confirm applicability and return a material recommendation.