Product Overview
Catalytic processes demand a support medium that combines exceptional surface area with precisely tuned surface chemistry. GPC-P is a premium coconut shell granular activated carbon manufactured through selective carbonization and steam activation to deliver >1000 m²/g surface area with optimized functional groups for robust catalyst anchoring.
The consistent 4×8 mesh particle size ensures superior flow dynamics and minimal pressure drop in packed-bed reactors, while stringent purity control minimizes ash and leachable contaminants that could poison active metal sites. GPC-P serves as an ideal substrate for precious metal catalysts (Pd, Pt, Au), base-metal catalytic systems, and enzymatic immobilization in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Specifications
| Technical Specifications | GPC-P | Unit |
| CTC price | > 80 | % -wt |
| Moisture content | < 10 | % -wt |
| Ash content | < 5 | %-wt |
| Intensity | > 95 | % |
| Size size> 4 mesh (4.75 mm) | < 10 | %-wt |
| Grain size < 8 Item (2.36 mm) | < 5 | %-wt |
Key Application Areas
- Precious metal catalyst support — Pd, Pt, and Au deposition for hydrogenation, oxidation, and cross-coupling reactions
- Base-metal catalytic systems — transition metal catalysts for bulk chemical and petrochemical processing
- Fine chemical synthesis — packed-bed catalytic reactors producing intermediates and specialty chemicals
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing — enzyme immobilization and biocatalysis for active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production
- Environmental catalysis — catalytic oxidation and reduction systems for off-gas and wastewater treatment
- Petrochemical processing — catalyst carriers for reforming, isomerization, and polymerization auxiliary systems
Engineered for Catalytic Performance
Every batch of GPC-P is designed to maximize catalyst efficiency:
- High Surface Area Platform: >1000 m²/g with well-developed pore structure ensures high metal dispersion and active site density
- Controlled Surface Functional Groups: Optimized oxygen-containing groups enhance metal anchoring and prevent catalyst leaching under process conditions
- Exceptional Purity & Low Ash: Selected coconut shell feedstock and rigorous washing minimize ash and leachable metals that degrade catalytic selectivity
- Uniform Particle Size Distribution: Laser-controlled 4×8 mesh sizing delivers consistent bed porosity, low pressure drop, and optimal flow characteristics in reactor columns
- Thermal & Mechanical Stability: High crush strength and resistance to attrition maintain bed integrity during thermal cycling and continuous flow operations
