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An excellent medium density filtration media which works well in multi-media filter applications. Provides higher service flows and longer filter runs than equivalent sand filters.
Anthracite is used as a medium density filtration media, ideal for multi-media filter applications, providing higher service flows and longer filter runs.
How does anthracite compare to sand filters?
Anthracite offers higher service flows and longer filter runs than equivalent sand filters due to its unique density and fractured shape.
What are the physical properties of anthracite?
Anthracite is black in color, with a density of 50 lbs./cu.ft and effective sizes ranging from 0.6 to 2.0 mm.
What are the conditions for operating an anthracite filter?
The bed depth should be 24-36 inches, with a backwash rate of 12-25 gpm/ft² depending on size, and a service flow rate of 5 gpm/sq. ft. or higher.
Is anthracite suitable for multi-media filters?
Yes, its unique density allows it to be combined with other media like Filter Sand or Manganese Greensand in multi-media filters.
What maintenance does an anthracite filter require?
Regular backwashing is needed, with bed expansion of 30-50% during the process.
Is this product NSF certified?
Yes, this anthracite filtration media is NSF certified.
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