Product Overview
PSD-A0 S is the acid-washed variant of our premium coconut shell carbon, specifically processed to achieve a neutral pH range of 5–8 and reduce ash content below 3%. While retaining the same high iodine adsorption (>1000 mg/g) and surface area (>1000 m²/g) as the standard PSD-A0, the acid-washing step removes soluble minerals and alkaline residues that could otherwise alter process water chemistry.
This makes PSD-A0 S the preferred choice for point-of-use (POU) drinking water filters, electroplating bath circulation, and any application where pH stability and minimal extractable content are required. The acid-wash protocol also tightens quality control for electronics and surface-finishing industries sensitive to trace ionic contamination.
Specifications
| Technical Specifications | PSD-A0 S | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Iodine Adsorption Value | >1000 | mg/g |
| Moisture Content | <10 | % -wt |
| Ash Content | <3 | % -wt |
| Bulk Density | >450 | kg/m³ |
| pH | 5-8 | - |
| Crush Strength | >95 | % |
| Specific Surface Area | >1000 | m²/g |
Key Application Areas
- POU & POE Drinking Water — Fits undersink and countertop filtration systems where pH-neutral effluent is desired, preventing alkaline drift in small-volume residential and commercial units.
- Beverage & Food Processing — Breweries, soft drink bottlers, and ingredient water systems benefit from the reduced mineral leaching and consistent adsorption kinetics.
- Electroplating Bath Circulation — Maintains bath chemistry stability by removing organic impurities without introducing acidic or alkaline excursions that could affect deposit quality.
- Ultra-Pure & Process Water — Supports secondary polishing in mixed-bed and carbon-filter trains where low extractable conductivity is specified.
Key advantages
- Acid-Washed for pH Stability: The 5–8 pH range eliminates the need for post-treatment pH correction in POU devices and sensitive process loops, simplifying system design.
- Ultra-Low Ash Content: <3% ash minimizes the risk of particulate carryover and metal ion leaching, protecting downstream membranes, resins, and plated surfaces.
- Same High Adsorption Kinetics: Despite additional washing, iodine >1000 mg/g ensures rapid chlorine reduction and organic contaminant removal comparable to premium non-washed grades.
- Dual POE/POU Versatility: Performs equally well in high-flow municipal sidestreams and low-flow residential filters, reducing inventory complexity for distributors.
Available particle size
- 8×20 Items ( 0.85 ~ 2.36 mm)
- 8×30 Items ( 0.6 ~ 2.36 mm)
- 12×30 Items ( 0.6 ~ 1.7 mm)
- 20×40 Items ( 0.43 ~ 0.85 mm)
- 30×60 Items ( 0.25 ~ 0.6 mm)
- 80 ~ 200 Items ( 0.075 ~ 0.18 mm)
- Other customized particle sizes
Packaging
- The 25kg / Package
- The 500 kg / Package
