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Carbon Filtration
Carbon filtration removes chlorine, organic contaminants, odors and improves taste.

How Does Carbon Filtration Work?

  • Carbon filtration works by molecular attraction between the contaminant molecule and the carbon.

Advantages of Carbon Filtration

  • Effective in the removal of certain organic contaminants.
  • Effective in improving taste.
  • Good at removing chlorine from water.
  • Ease of operation.
  • Low cost.
  • Ease of fitting replacement cartridges.
  • Zero or low energy consumption.

Disadvantages of Carbon Filtration

  • Requires the correct contact time and water flow rates to get the maximum effectiveness.
  • Can be a breeding ground for bacteria.
  • Requires backwashing.
  • Requires relatively frequent replacement.

Conclusion

  • Good in combination with other technologies

More Information

     

Take a look at our water technology Comparison Chart.

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