Product details of Carbon Block White / CTO Size 20" x 2.75" for removal of Chlorine, Taste, Odor ideal for 3rd Stage Water Filtration System Water Filter Pre Filter for Reverse Osmosis

Carbon commonly is used in POU water filtration in both GAC and carbon block applications. Carbon block filters go beyond the aesthetic improvement of water by reducing particulates, microscopic cysts, lead, volatile organic chemicals (VOCs), and other contaminants.

What does a carbon filter remove?

Carbon filtering is a method of filtering that uses a bed of activated carbon to remove contaminants and impurities, using chemical adsorption. Active charcoal carbon filters are most effective at removing chlorine, particles such as sediment, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), taste and odor from water.

How does a carbon block water filter work?

In the process of filtering water, activated carbon is often used to remove contaminants and impurities. Those with carbon block are the most effective, since there is a larger ratio of activated carbon surface area to water, and also because the powdered block form is denser and water travels through it more slowly.