KARBOX AIR3

ACTIVATED CARBON PELLETS Ø3MM - HIGH EFFICIENCY AIR PURIFICATION

Our 3 mm pellet activated carbon is a professional and versatile solution for air purification in domestic, professional and light industrial environments. Produced by means of a high-temperature steam activation process, they guarantee a high internal specific surface area and optimal adsorptive capacity towards a wide range of gaseous pollutants.

WHAT IS ACTIVATED CARBON AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

Activated carbon is a highly porous carbonaceous material in which each gram of product develops an internal surface area of hundreds or thousands of square metres. This microporous structure traps, through a physical phenomenon called adsorption, the molecules of gases, organic vapours and odour compounds that pass through the filter. Unlike a simple mechanical filter, activated carbon does not trap dust but substances in the gaseous phase: this is why it is the reference technology for odour and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) abatement.

MAIN APPLICATIONS

• COOKING HOODS: refill for activated charcoal filters of recirculating extractor hoods, replacing worn-out original cartridges.
• CABINETS AND SHELTERS: deodorising closed rooms, eliminating odours of mould, humidity, sweat and textiles.
• DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENTS: cellars, garages, storage rooms, blind bathrooms, technical rooms, pet beds.
• CABINETS AND ENCLOSURES FOR 3D PRINTERS: Absorption of VOCs emitted during the printing of filaments such as ABS, ASA, PETG, polycarbonate and nylon. Ideal for refillable filters installed inside closed chambers and print boxes.
• LABORATORIES AND HOBBY: amateur paint booths, light welding stations, resin and adhesive processing environments.
• SHOWCASES, DISPLAY CABINETS, STORAGE: protection of sensitive objects from corrosive gases and organic vapours in the air.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Shape: extruded cylindrical pellet
• Diameter: 3 mm
• Specific surface area BET: ~ 1000-1100 m²/g
• CTC (Carbon Tetrachloride Activity): minimum 60
• Packaging: sealed bag

WHY CHOOSE THE 3 MM PELLET FORMAT

Compared to granular activated carbon (GAC) in mixed sizes or powdered activated carbon (PAC), the pellet format offers advantages

specific operational advantages:

• UNIFORM SIZE → homogeneous filter filling, without preferential air passage zones;
• REDUCED LOAD LOSS → lower flow resistance, ideal for fans with low static pressure;
• ABSENCE OF FINE DUST → minimised particulate matter during cartridge filling;
• EASY RECHARGE → pours directly into the container, without sieves or dedicated equipment.

FOR AIR FILTRATION ONLY

This product is for use in air filtration applications only. It is NOT suitable for:

✗ drinking water filtration

✗ freshwater or marine aquaria

✗ ponds, koi ponds, aquaponics systems

✗ filtration of food liquids, wine, spirits

✗ medical or pharmaceutical use

Specific activated carbons are required for these uses.

STORAGE AND DURABILITY

Activated carbon is a hygroscopic and adsorbent material: once the package is opened, it begins to adsorb moisture and compounds

present in the surrounding air. To preserve its capacity

• store in a dry, cool place, away from solvents and volatile chemicals;
• hermetically close the packet after each withdrawal, or transfer to a container with a tight seal;
• the filter life depends on the concentration of pollutants, relative humidity, air flow rate and temperature: approx. 3-6 months in a domestic kitchen hood, 2-4 months in an intensively used 3D printer cabinet.

AVAILABLE PACKAGES

Available in different packs including: 0.5lt / 0.75lt / 1.5lt/ 2.0lt