Do You Know the Application of Activated Carbon?

Activated carbon is a specially treated carbon that heats organic raw materials (nut shells, coal, wood, etc.) in an air-isolated condition to reduce non-carbon components (this process is called carbonization), and then reacts with gas, and the surface is Erosion produces a structure with well-developed micropores (this process is called activation).

Since the activation process is a microscopic process, that is, the surface erosion of a large number of molecular carbides is point-like erosion, resulting in countless small pores on the surface of activated carbon. The diameter of the micropores on the surface of activated carbon is mostly between 2 and 50nm. Even a small amount of activated carbon has a huge surface area. The surface area of each gram of activated carbon is 500~1500m2. Almost all applications of activated carbon are based on this characteristic of activated carbon.

Application of Activated Carbon:

Activated carbon functions primarily through adsorption. Its porous structure and large surface area enable it to attract and trap molecules and impurities from gases or liquids.
·  Water Treatment: Activated carbon acts as a sponge, attracting and trapping impurities like organic compounds, chlorine, and pollutants from water.
·  Air Purification: Similar to its action in water, activated carbon absorbs gases and odors from the air, effectively cleansing indoor environments.
·  Solvent Recovery: In industrial settings, activated carbon acts as a collector, reclaiming solvents from liquids.
·  Gold Extraction: Activated carbon plays a vital role in the extraction of gold by attracting and holding onto microscopic gold particles in mining processes.
·  Food and Beverage Processing: Employed as a purifier, activated carbon refines food products by eliminating colorants, undesirable flavors, and impurities from liquids like syrups, juices, and oils.

Zhongchuang Carbon is a professional Activated Carbon manufacturer. Located in Henan province, China. We are an activated carbon factory with more than 20 years of experience, the main products are coconut shell activated carbon, columnar activated carbon, honeycomb activated carbon and powder activated carbon, We are mainly engaged in the research and development, production and sales of activated carbon. Any question, please feel free to contact us!