Activated Carbon Testing

Activated carbon testing is an evaluation of the performance and quality of activated carbon materials. By conducting activated carbon tests, key parameters such as adsorption capacity, pore structure, and surface activity can be determined. Such testing helps confirm the effectiveness and reliability of activated carbon in fields like wastewater treatment, air purification, and decolorization/deodorization. Additionally, activated carbon testing can be used to assess the regeneration capabilities and lifespan of activated carbon, providing actionable recommendations to optimize its usage. The test results can also be utilized for quality control and product certification, ensuring that the activated carbon meets relevant standards and regulations, and that the product's quality and performance reach the expected requirements.

Activated Carbon Testing Items:

Physical Form - Observe the appearance, shape, color, and other physical forms of the activated carbon.

Particle Size Distribution - Sieve the activated carbon to obtain its particle size distribution.

Iodine Number - Determine the adsorption performance of the activated carbon using the iodine number method.

Pore Size Distribution - Analyze the pore size distribution of the activated carbon using nitrogen adsorption method.

Ash Content - Determine the ash content in the activated carbon through loss on ignition method.

Porosity - Measure the porosity of the activated carbon particles.

Density - Measure the density of the activated carbon particles.

pH Value - Determine the acidity or alkalinity of the activated carbon.

Moisture Content - Measure the moisture content in the activated carbon.

Mechanical Strength - Test the compressive strength and other mechanical properties of the activated carbon particles.

Activated Carbon Testing Methods Include:

Visual and Microscopic Observation - Analyzing the morphological characteristics of activated carbon through visual inspection and microscopic techniques.

Sieving Method - Using standard sieves to separate activated carbon by particle size, obtaining the particle size distribution.

Iodine Value Method - Utilizing a known volume of iodine solution as an adsorbent to determine the iodine value of activated carbon.

Nitrogen Adsorption Method - Employing a nitrogen adsorption instrument to measure the specific surface area and pore size distribution of activated carbon.

Loss on Ignition Method - Burning an activated carbon sample to measure weight loss, thereby calculating the ash content.

Liquid Displacement Method - Measuring the change in liquid level when immersed with activated carbon to calculate the particle porosity.

Density Bottle Method - Using a density bottle to determine the density of activated carbon particles.

pH Meter Method - Testing the pH of an activated carbon water extract with a pH meter.

Oven Drying Method - Drying activated carbon samples in an oven at 105°C to measure weight changes and calculate moisture content.

Compression Strength Test - Measuring the compressive strength of activated carbon using a compression strength testing machine.

Matexcel provides one-stop service for activated carbon testing. We are committed to becoming your competent partner in scientific and technological research. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

• Name
• Phone Number
• * Email
• Address
• * Service & Products of Interest
• Project Description
• Send