CFV 4×8 Coconut Shell Carbon | Vapor-Phase Air Filtration Grade

Coarse-mesh coconut shell activated carbon for industrial air purification, VOC removal, and gas-phase filtration. Low pressure drop, high adsorption capacity.

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Product Overview

CFV 4×8 is engineered for the unique demands of vapor-phase applications where gas contact time is limited and pressure drop must be minimized. The 4×8 mesh size (approximately 2.36–4.75mm) provides an open bed structure that allows high face velocities without excessive backpressure—critical for large-scale air handling systems and industrial exhaust treatment.

While finer carbons offer more surface area per unit volume, they create flow resistance that can cripple blower performance. CFV 4×8 sacrifices some volumetric capacity for superior hydraulic performance, making it the practical choice for:

Key Application Areas

  • Industrial HVAC systems — VOC and odor control in manufacturing facilities
  • Soil vapor extraction (SVE) systems — petroleum hydrocarbon removal from contaminated sites
  • Tank vent emissions control — compliance with VOC emission regulations
  • Solvent recovery operations — capture and recycle of valuable organic solvents
  • Biogas and landfill gas treatment — H2S and siloxane removal

Specifications

Technical SpecificationsCFV 4×8Unit
CTC price> 50% -wt
Moisture content< 10% -wt
Ash content< 5%-wt
Intensity> 95%
Size size> 4 mesh (4.75 mm)< 10%-wt
Grain size < 8 mesh (2.36 mm)< 5%-wt

Design Advantages

  • Low Pressure Drop: The coarse particle size minimizes flow resistance, reducing fan energy consumption and allowing smaller blower specifications
  • Reduced Channeling: Uniform particle size distribution promotes even gas distribution across the bed cross-section
  • Easy Handling: Larger granules are less prone to dusting during filling and emptying operations, improving workplace safety
  • Deep Bed Compatible: Ideal for deep-bed designs where contact time compensates for the lower surface-area-to-volume ratio
  • Q
    What makes CFV 4×8 suitable for vapor-phase air filtration?
    A

    CFV 4×8 uses coarse 4×8 mesh coconut shell carbon with iodine number exceeding 1000 mg/g and CTC activity above 60%. The large particle size minimizes flow resistance, reducing fan energy consumption and allowing smaller blower specifications. Uniform particle distribution promotes even gas distribution across the bed cross-section, eliminating channeling.

  • Q
    Why is low pressure drop important in industrial air purification?
    A

    Low pressure drop directly translates to reduced energy costs. In continuous-operation systems like VOC recovery units and industrial exhaust treatment, pressure drop across the carbon bed often represents the largest operational expense. CFV 4×8's coarse mesh design keeps this cost minimal while maintaining adsorption efficiency through adequate contact time.

  • Q
    What handling advantages does CFV 4×8 offer?
    A

    The 4×8 mesh granules are less prone to dusting during filling and emptying operations, improving workplace safety and reducing respiratory hazards for maintenance personnel. The durable coconut shell base with hardness exceeding 95% resists breakdown during pneumatic conveying and bed loading.

Packaging & Shipping

Packaging:

To meet diverse customer requirements, our activated carbon is available in multiple packaging options:

  • 20 kg/bag – Ideal for laboratory use, pilot testing, and small-scale applications.
  • 500 kg/bag – Bulk packaging designed for large-scale industrial production.
  • Customized packaging available upon request.

All packages are engineered to maintain quality and prevent moisture absorption.

Shipping:

  • Fast delivery within 15-30 days
  • Export standard packaging
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