Western Carbons
filter garnet
Filter garnet is used in the highest specification three layer multimedia filters.
The decreasing grain size from the top layer of anthracite throught the sand layer to the bottom layer of garnet produces the ideal
conditions for high filtration rates and long filter runs.
| Standards |
| UK and European |
EN12910 |
| Physical Characteristics |
| Shape |
Angular |
| Specific Gravity |
4.0 - 4.2 |
| Bulk Density |
1.95 - 2.20 tonnes/m3 |
| Hardness |
7.5 - 8.0 Moh |
| Acid Solubility |
Insoluable |
| Chemical Analysis |
| SiO2 |
38% |
| Al2O3 |
26% |
| FeO |
30% |
| Standard Grades
(sizes in mm) |
| 0.30 - 0.60 |
Filter Garnet |
| 1.40 - 2.36 |
Support Garnet |
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