PRODUCT BULLETIN

CENTAUR NDS 12X40

Granular Activated Carbon

Description Specifications CENTAUR NDS 12x40

CENTAUR NDS 12x40 is a liquid phase virgin activated carbon that Iodine Number, mg/g 900 (min)
has been manufactured to exhibit enhanced catalytic functionality.
The product is unique in that it concentrates reactants via adsorption Abrasion Number 75 (min)
and then promotes their reaction on the surface of the pores. pH (Extractable) 58
CENTAUR NDS 12x40 is produced from bituminous coal using a
Moisture (As Packaged), wt% 3.0 (max)
patented process. Although it is not impregnated with metals or alkali,
it displays the catalytic functionality of these materials. In most cases NSF 42- Arsenic [As], ppb 10 (max)
CENTAUR NDS 12x40 can be reactivated and does not present the NSF 42- Antimony [Sb], ppb 6 (max)
disposal concerns associated with impregnated carbons. This product
complies with the requirements for activated carbon as defined by the NSF 42- Aluminum [Al], ppb 200 (max)
Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) (8th Edition) published by the U.S. Prop 65- Arsenic [As], ppb 5.0 (max)
Pharmacopeia, is certified as a component to the NSF/ANSI
Prop 65- Antimony [Sb], ppb 3.0 (max)
42 Drinking Water Treatment Units Aesthetic Effects standard, and
meets the requirements for arsenic level for a raw material as Prop 65- Aluminum [Al], ppb 200.0 (max)
defined by the consent judgment dated September 9, 2008 for case
12 US Mesh [1.70 mm], wt% 5.0(max)
number RG08-386432 for California Proposition 65 Cal. Health &
Safety Code 25249.5 et seq. < 40 US Mesh [0.425 mm] (PAN), wt% 4.0 (max)

Features Design Considerations

Catalytic activity and adsorptive capability CENTAUR NDS 12x40 is intended primarily for use in liquid phase
Not impregnated applications where maximization of catalytic reaction is desired.
Improved trace organic capacity Depending on the reactant type, concentrations and process
conditions, the contact time in fixed bed systems is typically less
High hardness
than seven minutes. To determine what is best for your application
Simple equipment design (no pumps or addition of
and assistance with the design, please contact Calgon Carbon
chemicals required)
Corporation by calling 1-800-4-CARBON.
Product combines a fine pore structure for enhanced
adsorption of trace contaminants with high catalytic
Typical Pressure Drop (Centaur NDS 12x40)
activity for their elimination
Based on a backwashed and segregated bed
Water at 77F, 0.90 cP
Benefits 10
Smaller system size as compared to standard carbons; 9
Pressure Drop (inches H2O/ft bed)

lower capital requirements 8

No safety concerns with exotherms or toxicity 7
Wide applicability; can eliminate chemical addition 6
5
Applications 4

CENTAUR NDS 12x40 can be utilized in the liquid phase for the 3

promotion of oxidation, reduction, decomposition, substitution, and 2

elimination reactions. Specific applications include chloramines and 1
hydrogen sulfide removal from potable water. CENTAUR NDS 12x40 0
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
maximizes reaction kinetics with some increase in pressure drop Superficial Velocity (gpm/sf)
compared to larger mesh products. CENTAUR NDS 12x40 can be
utilized in applications such as POU (point of use) and POE (point of
entry) water filters and dialysis water treatment. The product is
designed to meet the stringent extractable metal requirements of Purchase of this product from Calgon Carbon Corporation includes a
NSF Standard 42 test protocol. license under the following U.S. Patents: 5356849 and 5494869

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 Typical Bed Expansion During Backwash Packaging
Centaur NDS 12x40 with Water Please contact Calgon Carbon for options and availability.
60
44F
50 Safety Message
Wet activated carbon preferentially removes oxygen from air. In closed
40
or partially closed containers and vessels, oxygen depletion may reach
% Expansion

72F
hazardous levels. If workers are to enter a vessel containing carbon,
30
appropriate sampling and work procedures for potentially low oxygen
20 spaces should be followed, including all applicable federal and state
requirements. Please refer to the MSDS for all up to date product
10 safety information.

0
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Superficial Velocity (gpm/sf)

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