F-16 activated carbon product
F-16 activated carbon product
F-16 activated carbon product
F-16 activated carbon product

F-16 Enhanced Wood Powder Carbon | Mid-Tier Decolorization Performance

Enhanced phosphoric acid wood powder carbon with >240 mg/g methylene blue for food, pharmaceutical, and chemical decolorization. Higher capacity than F-14, fast filtration, low metals.

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Product Overview

F-16 represents the enhanced tier of our phosphoric acid wood powder carbon series, delivering a methylene blue adsorption value exceeding 240 mg/g for improved color removal efficiency. Manufactured through extended phosphoric acid activation and controlled washing, this grade handles heavier decolorization loads while maintaining the fast filtration and low ash characteristics that make wood carbons popular in food and chemical processing.

The higher methylene blue capacity translates directly to improved throughput: processors can achieve equivalent color removal with shorter contact times, or achieve superior product quality at standard processing speeds.

Specifications

Technical SpecificationsF-16Unit
Methylene Blue Adsorption Value>240mg/g
Moisture Content<10% -wt
Ash Content<10% -wt
pH2-5-
Packing Density280-320kg/m³
Particle Size <200 Mesh (0.75 μm)>90% -wt

Key Application Areas

  • Food & Beverage Processing — Edible oil refining, sugar syrup decolorization, alcohol and spirits purification where enhanced color removal improves product appearance and stability.
  • Chemical Processing — Intermediate and solvent purification, catalyst support preparation, and fine chemical treatment requiring higher adsorption capacity.
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing — API decolorization, excipient purification, and fermentation broth cleanup where batch consistency is critical.
  • Sugar & Syrup Industries — Treats high-color cane and beet syrups, reducing carbon dosage compared to entry-level grades.

Key Advantages

  • Enhanced Capacity for Heavy Loads: Methylene blue >240 mg/g delivers 15–20% higher color removal efficiency than F-14, reducing total carbon consumption per batch.
  • Rapid Processing Kinetics: Developed mesopore structure ensures fast adsorption and easy separation, keeping production lines moving without extended settling times.
  • Low Metals, High Purity: Wood-based precursor naturally contains fewer heavy metal contaminants than mineral-based carbons, supporting food and pharma compliance.
  • Proven Batch Consistency: Tight manufacturing control ensures every lot meets the >240 mg/g specification, preventing process upsets from variable carbon quality.

Packaging

  • The 20kg / Package
  • The 400 kg / Package

  • Q
    When should I upgrade from F-14 to F-16?
    A

    Upgrade when processing darker feedstocks, running continuous systems at higher throughput, or when F-14 requires excessive dosage to meet color specifications.

  • Q
    Is F-16 compatible with standard filter presses?
    A

    Yes. The particle size distribution is optimized for efficient cake formation and release in plate-and-frame and rotary vacuum filtration systems.

  • Q
    Can F-16 be used for wastewater decolorization?
    A

    Yes, though for high-volume industrial effluent, coal-based or coconut shell powdered carbons may offer better cost efficiency. F-16 excels in product-contact decolorization.

  • Q
    What is the typical dosage compared to F-14?
    A

    For equivalent decolorization, F-16 typically requires 10–15% less carbon by weight, reducing both material costs and spent cake disposal volume.

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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