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Cylindrical or columnar pellets
Pellet Activated Carbon
Columnar activated carbon for gas-phase beds, available in common 1.5-8 mm diameters with CTC, hardness and pressure-drop requirements reviewed by system.
- CTC activity
- 40-90%Typical range; common grades are often 50-75%
- Hardness
- 90-97%Typical range; ≥95% is a common sourcing target
- Ash
- ≤12%Typically; lower-ash gas grades require confirmation
- Apparent density
- 400-700 g/LTypical range
Standard sizing · Review grading & confirm particle size
- 1.5 mm / 2.0 mm Extruded Pellet
- 3.0 mm Extruded Pellet
- 4.0 mm Extruded Pellet
- 6.0 mm / 8.0 mm Extruded Pellet
Common diameters: 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 8 mm; 4 mm is widely requested
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- MOQ
- 1 metric ton (1,000 kg) for standard products
- Packing
- 25 kg bags · 500 / 1,000 kg FIBC
- Free sample
- Normally 5-7 business days for an available standard sample
- Lead time
- Typically 15–25 days
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Pellet Activated Carbon at a glance
What sets it apart, and where it is used.
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Material & pore structure
Uniform cylindrical extruded pellets (1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm, 6 mm, and 8 mm diameters) engineered for low pressure drop and high mechanical crush strength (>=95% hardness) in deep-bed gas scrubbers.
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Washing & grade options
Configurable gas-phase activity from 50% to 75%+ CTC (ASTM D3467) / 20–30%+ Butane Activity (ASTM D5742) for VOC abatement, solvent recovery, biogas desulfurization, and odor control.
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Direct Shizuishan plant supply
Available in standard virgin coal/coconut pellets as well as KOH, NaOH, KI, and sulfur-impregnated grades for H2S, acid gases, and mercury removal.
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Pellet Activated Carbon specifications
Typical and configurable ranges, with the test method for each property.
Raw materialPrimarily anthracite or bituminous coal powder; selected specialty grades may use wood or coconut carbon · Cylindrical or columnar pellets
| Raw material | Primarily anthracite or bituminous coal powder; selected specialty grades may use wood or coconut carbon |
|---|---|
| Physical form | Cylindrical or columnar pellets |
| Standard sizing | Common diameters: 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 8 mm; 4 mm is widely requested |
| Iodine value | Typical configurable range: 700-1,100 mg/g |
| CTC activity | Typical range: 40-90%; common grades are often 50-75% |
| Hardness | Typical range: 90-97%; >=95% is a common sourcing target |
| Ash | Typically <=12%; lower-ash gas grades require confirmation |
| Moisture | Typically <=5% |
| pH | Typically 8-11; impregnated grades depend on the impregnant |
| Apparent density | Typical range: 400-700 g/L |
| Custom manufacturing | Diameter, length, CTC, iodine value, hardness, loading density and selected KOH, NaOH, KI, sulfur or application-specific impregnation. |
Common methods include ASTM D3467 for CTC, ASTM D5742/D5228 for butane activity or working capacity, ASTM D3802 for hardness and ASTM D2854 for apparent density. Final guaranteed values and test methods must be agreed in the order specification.
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COA reference & quality documents
Illustrative ASTM test parameters and the quality checks behind every shipment.
Factory & ISO 9001 documents
Illustrative COA only — batch confirmation required. These example values have no identified lot or test date. They are not a certificate for supplied material or a statement of batch acceptance. Request a dated, batch-specific COA against your signed specification.
| Parameter | Unit | Test method | Example limit | Illustrative value |
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| Pellet Diameter | mm | Caliper / Sieve | 4.0 +/- 0.3 (or 1.5 / 2.0 / 3.0) | 4.02 |
| CTC Adsorption Activity | wt% | ASTM D3467 | >= 60.0 (configurable 50–80%) | 63.5 |
| Butane Working Capacity / Activity | wt% | ASTM D5742 | >= 23.0 | 24.8 |
| Iodine Number | mg/g | ASTM D4607 | >= 950 | 985 |
| Hardness | % | ASTM D3802 | >= 95.0 | 96.8 |
| Moisture Content | wt% | ASTM D2867 | <= 5.0 | 2.9 |
| Apparent Density | g/L | ASTM D2854 | 460 – 520 | 488 |
Batch-specific COA is issued against your signed contract specification.
Quality review
- ASTM D3467 CTC activity
- ASTM D5742 or D5228 butane testing
- ASTM D3802 hardness
- ASTM D2854 apparent density
- Diameter, length and pressure-drop review
ISO 9001ASTM Lab
Specify the grade, not just the material
Gas composition, concentration, humidity, temperature, airflow, bed depth, pressure-drop limit, diameter, quantity and destination.
Third-party inspection: SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, TUV or CCIC arranged by contract.
Retained samples & loading records
Each export lot is cross-checked against the agreed benchmark sample and archived in sealed sample jars for post-shipment reference.
How an order is specified and checked 6 steps
- Requirement reviewConfirm application, form, particle size, target indexes, quantity and destination.
- Specification agreementSeparate guaranteed values from typical values and state each applicable test method.
- Sample evaluationUse a standard or project sample with a test plan relevant to the buyer's process.
- Batch confirmationReview the agreed production-batch results in the COA before shipment.
- Inspection optionArrange SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, TUV, CCIC or another agreed inspector if required.
- Loading recordLoading photographs, container number and seal details can be supplied when agreed in the order.
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Grading & operating references
Standard gradings, equipment fit and typical process design ranges.
| Pellet grading | Diameter / length | Surface / pressure-drop reference | Shape | Process fit |
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| 1.5 mm / 2.0 mm Extruded Pellet | Ø 1.5 – 2.0 mm (Length 3–6 mm) | High Surface/Vol | Uniform Cylinder | Respirator cartridges, cabin air filters, compact solvent traps & shallow beds |
| 3.0 mm Extruded Pellet | Ø 3.0 mm (Length 4–8 mm) | Balanced ΔP / Kinetics | Uniform Cylinder | Industrial VOC scrubbers, paint spray booths & odor control vessels |
| 4.0 mm Extruded Pellet | Ø 4.0 mm (Length 5–10 mm) | Standard Low ΔP | Uniform Cylinder | Deep-bed solvent recovery, biogas H2S/siloxane towers & chemical exhaust |
| 6.0 mm / 8.0 mm Extruded Pellet | Ø 6.0 – 8.0 mm (Length 6–14 mm) | Ultra-Low ΔP | Uniform Cylinder | High-flow ventilation ducts, sewage odor scrubbers & low-fan-power systems |
Operating design references
| Typical Gas Bed Depth | 0.6 – 1.8 meters (2.0 – 6.0 ft) |
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| Superficial Gas Velocity | 0.15 – 0.50 m/s (30 – 100 ft/min) |
| Empty Bed Contact Time (Gas) | 1.5 – 6.0 seconds |
| Relative Humidity Operating Limit | < 70% RH preferred for physical VOC adsorption (up to 90% RH for H2S catalytic grades) |
| Packed Bed Density | 450 – 540 kg/m³ (28 – 34 lb/ft³) |
| Impregnation Options | Unimpregnated, KOH/NaOH, KI, CuO/Metal-Oxide, or Phosphoric Acid |
Operating ranges are selection references, not system-performance guarantees. Confirm suitability using the actual feed, equipment and treatment target.
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Where Pellet Activated Carbon is used
Typical applications and process selection checks.
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Choose pellet diameter from airflow, bed depth, acceptable pressure drop and mechanical handling conditions.
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Provide the full gas composition, contaminant concentration, humidity and temperature before selecting activity.
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Use CTC or butane working capacity for suitable VOC duties and a breakthrough-capacity test for reactive gases such as H2S.
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Specify an impregnant only after contaminant chemistry, safety, disposal and service-life requirements are reviewed.
What to check for your process
- Choose pellet diameter from airflow, bed depth, acceptable pressure drop and mechanical handling conditions.
- Provide the full gas composition, contaminant concentration, humidity and temperature before selecting activity.
- Use CTC or butane working capacity for suitable VOC duties and a breakthrough-capacity test for reactive gases such as H2S.
- Specify an impregnant only after contaminant chemistry, safety, disposal and service-life requirements are reviewed.
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Packing, MOQ & delivery
Commercial terms to compare quotations on the same basis.
- MOQ
- 1.0 metric ton
- Free sample
- 5–7 business days
- Lead time
- 15–25 days
- Reply
- 24 hours
Orders below 1 metric ton are reviewed against the grade, available stock, packing and freight cost.
Standard samples are normally free; the buyer usually covers international courier cost. Sample quantity is matched to the product and test method.
Typically 15-25 days after specification, packing, order documents and agreed payment conditions are confirmed
Standard inquiries receive a reply within 24 hours on business days.
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25 kg bags
Inner PE moisture barrier with an outer PP woven or multi-wall kraft paper bag. Palletized or loose.
Neutral export markings or custom OEM labels
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500 kg / 1,000 kg FIBC
Heavy-duty PP jumbo bags with 4 lifting loops, top filling spout and bottom discharge spout.
Matched to receiving hoppers and pallet requirements
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Container loads
- 20GP
- 9 – 11 MT
- 40HQ
- 20 – 24 MT · 20–22 pallets
Empty-container inspection, pallet strapping and seal photographs available by agreement.
| Packing | 25 kg bags, 500 or 1,000 kg FIBC bulk bags, and pallet options by order |
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| Standard MOQ | 1 metric ton (1,000 kg) for standard products |
| Trial orders | Orders below 1 metric ton are reviewed against the grade, available stock, packing and freight cost. |
| Samples | Standard samples are normally free; the buyer usually covers international courier cost. Sample quantity is matched to the product and test method. |
| Sample lead time | Normally 5-7 business days for an available standard sample |
| Production lead time | Typically 15-25 days after specification, packing, order documents and agreed payment conditions are confirmed |
| Ports | Qingdao or Tianjin are commonly used; the final loading port is confirmed with the route and trade term. |
| Trade terms | EXW, FCA, FOB, CFR and CIF under Incoterms 2020; DAP, DDP, CIP or another term requires route-specific review. |
Stock, final MOQ, production date, guaranteed values, packing cost, freight, payment terms and inspection scope are confirmed for the specific quotation and contract.
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Calgon, Norit & Jacobi equivalents
Reference grades for specification review and lab matching.
References support a specification review, not a claim of identical performance, certification or affiliation. Confirm suitability by comparative testing in your process.
| Reference brand / grade | Proposed specification / application | Comparison criteria |
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| Calgon Carbon AP4-60 / BPL / Centaur Pellet | High-CTC Extruded Columnar Carbon (3mm / 4mm)VOC abatement, solvent recovery & industrial air scrubbers | Matched on 3.0/4.0 mm pellet diameter, ≥60% CTC activity (ASTM D3467), and ≥95% hardness |
| Norit (Cabot) RB 3 / RB 4 / RGM / R 2030 | Gas-Phase & Biogas Desulfurization PelletsBiogas H2S/siloxane removal, natural gas & process gas | Matched on low bed pressure drop, high ignition temperature, and optional alkaline/KI impregnation |
| Jacobi Carbons EcoSorb GX / AddSorb Sulfox | Virgin & Impregnated Extruded Pellet SeriesOdor control, wastewater H2S scrubbers & acid gas removal | Matched on cylindrical crush strength, dust-free handling, and H2S loading capacity |
All third-party brand and grade names are trademarks of their respective owners. They are used for identification only; no affiliation, endorsement or authorization is implied.
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Pellet Activated Carbon sourcing questions
Answers use the same values as the tables on this page.
Which pellet diameter should I request?
Diameter depends on airflow, bed depth, pressure-drop limit and mechanical handling. Four millimeters is common, but the equipment design should control the final selection.
Can impregnated pellet carbon be supplied?
Selected KOH, NaOH, KI, sulfur and other treatments can be reviewed for specific contaminants. Chemistry, safety and performance requirements must be confirmed before quotation.
Is CTC always the correct gas-phase index?
CTC is common, but some projects use butane activity, butane working capacity, H2S breakthrough capacity or an application-specific test instead.
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Other activated carbon lines
When another raw material or form fits the job better.
- Coconut Shell GAC 6x12, 8x16, 8x30, 12x40 or 20x40 mesh; approximately 0.45-3.35 mm Hard coconut shell GAC for water, air and precious-metal recovery systems, supplied in common mesh ranges with batch-specific quality confirmation.
- Coal Based GAC 4x8, 6x12, 8x16, 8x30, 12x20, 12x30, 20x40 or 30x60 mesh Coal based GAC with configurable mesh, iodine value, CTC, hardness and washing options for industrial filtration and adsorption beds.
- Gold Recovery Carbon Common sourcing directions: 6x12, 6x16 or 8x16 mesh; final range must match the CIP/CIL equipment High-hardness coconut shell GAC for CIP, CIL and CIC circuits, reviewed for mesh retention, abrasion, ash and mine-specific gold adsorption testing.
- Wood Based PAC Common 200 or 325 mesh grades; target screen passing rate is specified by order Wood based PAC with configurable fineness, methylene blue, pH, ash and filtration properties for liquid-phase dosing and decolorization.
- Decolorization PAC Common 200 or 325 mesh grades, normally specified with a minimum passing rate Fine powdered activated carbon for liquid decolorization, specified by target liquid, mesh passing rate, methylene blue, pH, ash and filtration behavior.
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