Katalox Light®: Revolutionary Filtration Media for Superior Water Treatment
Katalox Light® is an advanced filtration media engineered with a unique MnO2 coating technique on ZEOSORB®, offering superior performance, extended service life, and reliable filtration down to 3 microns. Compared to traditional media such as sand, BIRM, Greensand Plus, and Manganese Greensand, Katalox Light® provides a lightweight, high-efficiency solution for a wide range of water treatment applications.
Key Features: Advanced Filtration and Versatility
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High MnO2 Content: Features a 10% MnO2 coating, significantly enhancing its filtration capabilities and oxidation efficiency.
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Exceptional Surface Area: Provides a larger filtration surface, leading to higher filtration rates and better contaminant removal.
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Silica-Free Composition: Contains no crystalline silica, making it safer and more environmentally friendly.
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Lightweight and Efficient: Offers significant savings on backwash water due to its low weight, while still maintaining high filtration efficiency.
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Multi-Contaminant Removal: Effectively removes iron, manganese, hydrogen sulfide, arsenic, zinc, copper, lead, radium, uranium, and other heavy metals.
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Long Media Life: Requires replacement every 7-10 years, offering low operational costs and long-term reliability.
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No Disinfection By-Products: Does not produce harmful by-products, ensuring safer water treatment.
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Flexible Oxidizer Compatibility: Works with H2O2, chlorine, or potassium permanganate, enhancing its versatility in different treatment setups.
Physical Properties
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Color: Light tan to reddish brown
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Bulk Density: 100 lbs./cu. ft.
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Mesh Size: Not specified
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Effective Size: Not specified
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Specific Gravity: 2.65-2.75
Certification and Compliance
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ANSI/NSF 61 Certified: Safe for drinking water applications.
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ANSI/NSF 372 Lead-Free Compliance: Meets strict standards for lead-free water treatment media.
Operational Advantages
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High-Efficiency Filtration: Capable of filtering sand, sediment, and suspended solids down to 3 microns.
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Enhanced Contaminant Removal: Provides superior removal of iron, manganese, hydrogen sulfide, and a wide range of heavy metals.
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Reduced Operational Costs: With no need for chemical regeneration or frequent media replacement, Katalox Light® offers cost-effective water treatment.
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Suitable for Multiple Applications: Ideal for residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal water treatment systems worldwide.
Ideal Applications
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Residential Water Treatment: Provides homeowners with safe, clean, and contaminant-free water.
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Commercial and Industrial Systems: Ensures reliable filtration for businesses and industrial operations, improving water quality and equipment longevity.
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Municipal Water Treatment: Enhances the efficiency of large-scale water treatment plants, ensuring safe drinking water for communities.
Invest in Superior Water Treatment
Katalox Light® Advanced Filtration Media offers an unmatched combination of efficiency, durability, and versatility, making it the preferred choice for high-level water treatment applications. Its advanced MnO2 coating and silica-free composition ensure superior performance, while its long media life and low operational costs make it a cost-effective solution. Invest in Katalox Light® today to experience the next level of water filtration.
