WT-S activated carbon product
WT-S activated carbon product

WT-S Coal Granular Carbon | Standard Wastewater Tertiary Treatment

Cost-effective coal granular activated carbon for standard wastewater tertiary treatment. >900 mg/g iodine, durable fixed-bed performance for municipal and industrial effluent polishing.

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Product Overview

WT-S is a coal-based granular activated carbon designed for reliable performance in standard-duty wastewater treatment applications. Manufactured from bituminous coal through carbonization and steam activation, it provides an iodine adsorption value above 900 mg/g with a specific surface area exceeding 900 m²/g.

Engineered for fixed-bed operation in municipal and industrial sewage plants, WT-S balances adsorption capacity with cost efficiency. The granular form ensures low pressure drop and uniform flow distribution in pressure or gravity filters, while the high crush strength withstands the backwashing and hydraulic stresses typical of continuous wastewater service.

Specifications

Technical SpecificationsWT-S 830WT-S 1240Unit
Iodine Adsorption Value>900>900mg/g
Moisture Content<5<5% -wt
Ash Content<15<15% -wt
Floating Rate<6<6% -wt
Crush Strength>90>90%
Specific Surface Area>900>900m²/g
Particle Size >8 Mesh (1.70 mm)<15-% -wt
Particle Size >12 Mesh (1.70 mm)-<5% -wt
Particle Size <30 Mesh (0.6 mm)<5-% -wt
Particle Size <40 Mesh (0.43 mm)-<5% -wt

Key Application Areas

  • Municipal Wastewater Polishing — Provides final organic removal in municipal treatment plants, ensuring effluent meets discharge or reuse standards.
  • Industrial Effluent Treatment — Handles mixed industrial wastewater from manufacturing, processing, and utility operations where organic removal is required before discharge.
  • Biological Post-Treatment — Serves as a tertiary adsorption stage following activated sludge, trickling filters, or MBR systems to capture residual COD and color.
  • Water Reuse & Recycle — Prepares treated wastewater for industrial reuse by removing organics that could foul cooling towers, boilers, or irrigation systems.
  • Pre-Treatment Protection — Acts as an organic buffer upstream of sensitive biological units, protecting biomass from toxic shock and variable loading.

Key Advantages

  • Cost-Effective Tertiary Performance: >900 mg/g iodine delivers sufficient capacity for standard municipal and industrial wastewater polishing at a practical price point for large-volume consumers.
  • Rugged Fixed-Bed Design: >90% crush strength and consistent granular geometry resist breakdown during backwashing, maintaining bed permeability and reducing fines carryover.
  • Proven Coal Base Reliability: Bituminous coal activation provides predictable adsorption kinetics and stable supply for continuous wastewater operations.
  • Operational Flexibility: Performs equally well in gravity filters, pressure vessels, and combined biological-physical treatment trains.

Available particle size

  • 8×30 Items ( 0.6 ~ 2.36 mm)
  • 12×40 Items ( 0.43 ~ 1.7 mm)
  • Other customized particle sizes

Packaging

  • The 25kg / Package
  • The 500 kg / Package

  • Q
    Should I choose WT-S or WT-P for my wastewater plant?
    A

    WT-S is ideal for standard municipal duty with moderate organic loading. Upgrade to WT-P when influent COD is higher, effluent limits are tighter, or longer service intervals are desired.

  • Q
    Can WT-S remove color from textile wastewater?
    A

    Yes. While primarily optimized for organic adsorption, the mesopore structure in coal-based carbon provides moderate color removal. For heavy dye loads, consider blending with WT-P or powdered carbon.

  • Q
    What is the typical bed life in municipal service?
    A

    Under normal secondary effluent conditions, expect 12–24 months before breakthrough. High industrial loads or poor biological pretreatment may shorten this interval.

  • Q
    Is WT-S compatible with biological activated carbon (BAC) processes?
    A

    Yes. WT-S can be operated as a BAC medium where biofilm growth is encouraged, combining biological degradation with adsorption for enhanced total organic removal.

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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