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Anthracite Filter Media
Industrial Silica

Anthracite Filter Media

Premium anthracite coal for water filtration with high carbon content and low ash.

  • High Carbon Content
  • Low Ash Content
  • Long Filter Runs
> 90% Carbon Content

Overview

High-carbon anthracite coal for multi-media water filtration — providing superior turbidity removal and long filter runs. Sourced from premium anthracite deposits, our anthracite media delivers exceptional hardness, chemical stability, and consistent performance in municipal and industrial water treatment applications.

Key Features

High Carbon Content

Excellent adsorption and chemical stability for superior filtration performance.

Low Ash Content

Minimal fines and washout for cleaner filtrate.

Long Filter Runs

Extended service life between backwash cycles reduces water and energy consumption.

Chemical Resistance

Inert to most acids, alkalis, and solvents used in water treatment.

Cost Effective

Low replacement frequency and high performance reduce total cost of ownership.

Technical Specifications

Chemical Analysis
Carbon Content > 90%
Physical Properties
Hardness 3.0 – 3.5 Mohs
Bulk Density 700 – 900 kg/m³
Effective Size 0.6 – 2.5 mm
Uniformity Coefficient < 1.5
Moisture Content ≤ 2%
Ash Content ≤ 10% (dry basis)

Applications

Municipal Water Filtration

Used in multi-media filters for potable water treatment.

Industrial Process Water

Pre-filtration for industrial production water systems.

Wastewater Treatment

Tertiary filtration in municipal and industrial wastewater plants.

Available Grades

0.6 – 0.8 mm

0.6 - 0.8 mm mm

0.8 – 1.6 mm

0.8 - 1.6 mm mm

1.4 – 2.5 mm

1.4 - 2.5 mm mm

Standards & Certifications

ANSI/AWWA B100

Standard for granular filter media used in municipal water treatment.

NSF/ANSI 61

Certified for drinking water system components — extraction and toxicity compliance.

Packaging Options

Jumbo Bags

1.0 – 1.5 tons

PP Bags

25 kg / 50 kg

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