870 Carbon Block (SCB-S)
- Specifically designed for multi-round housings
- Simple installation with a 222 double O-ring connection for greater security
- Highly porous, lightweight, clean and tight microporous structure effective at reducing chlorine, taste and odour contaminants
- Pre-washed, reducing carbon fines
- At a minimum 75% chlorine efficiency, the SCB-S is designed for effective chlorine reduction in high flow applications
- Chlorine, VOC and THM reduction
- Drinking water
Features & Information
Highly porous, lightweight, clean and tight microporous structure effective at reducing chlorine, taste and odour contaminants.
FAQs - SCB-S
Refers to the distinctive flavour and smell associated with chlorine in water. Chlorine is commonly used as a disinfectant in water treatment processes to kill bacteria, viruses, and other harmful microorganisms. While chlorine is effective in reducing waterborne pathogens it can leave a residual taste (often described as a bleach-like or chemical flavour) and odour in the treated water.
Removing chlorine from water is often desired for several reasons:
- Taste and Odour: chlorine causes an unpleasant taste and odour in water.
- Beverage and Food Quality: natural flavours and characteristics are compromised by the presence of chlorine, specifically yeast.
- Cosmetic and Aesthetics: Chlorine can strip the natural oils from the skin and hair, leading to dryness and potential damage.
- Disinfection Byproducts: Chlorine can react with naturally occurring organic matter in water, forming disinfection byproducts such as trihalomethane and halo-acetic acids. Long-term exposure has been associated with potential health risks, such as cancer.
The SCB Coconut Carbon Filter is a filtration medium widely used and preferred for drinking water treatment and beverage production, particularly in situations where chloramines are not present.
The SCB filter is designed to offer improved flow rate and lower pressure drop compared to some other carbon filters. This can lead to a reduction in the size of the required filtration housing.