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Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n

The following table outlines the key physical and chemical properties of our garnet filter media. Values are based on typical testing results; guaranteed specifications available upon request. All data verified through independent laboratory analysis for consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Property<\/th>\nTypical Value<\/th>\nTest Method\/Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Type<\/td>\nAlmandite Garnet<\/td>\nNatural mineral, cubic crystal system<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Color<\/td>\nLight tan to reddish-purple<\/td>\nVisual inspection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hardness<\/td>\n7.0 – 8.0 Mohs<\/td>\nMohs scale; ensures durability in high-flow environments<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Specific Gravity<\/td>\n>4.0<\/td>\nHigh density for effective layering in multi-media filters<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bulk Density<\/td>\n126 – 140 lbs\/ft\u00b3 (2,020 – 2,240 kg\/m\u00b3)<\/td>\nSupports stable filter bed formation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Effective Size<\/td>\n0.15 – 0.35 mm (#30-40) or 0.3 mm (#8-12)<\/td>\nCustom grading available; filters down to 5-20 microns<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Uniformity Coefficient (UC)<\/td>\n<1.5 – 1.6<\/td>\nEnsures uniform flow and minimal channeling<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Acid Solubility<\/td>\n<1.0%<\/td>\nHCl test; chemically stable in acidic conditions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chemical Composition<\/td>\nSiO\u2082: 35-38% Al\u2082O\u2083: 20-25% Fe\u2082O\u2083: 30-35% MgO: <1% Other: Trace<\/td>\nXRF analysis; low impurities for safe water contact<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mesh Sizes Available<\/td>\n#8-12, #30-40, custom<\/td>\nSieve analysis per ASTM E11<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Packaging<\/td>\n50 lb bags, 1-ton super sacks<\/td>\nStandard export packaging for international shipping<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Applications<\/h2>\n

Garnet filter media is versatile and widely used in water treatment processes where fine filtration is critical. Its high specific gravity allows it to form a stable lower layer in multi-media setups, complementing anthracite, sand, and gravel for optimized turbidity removal.<\/p>\n

Key applications include:<\/p>\n