Activated carbon or charcoal is one of the most interesting types of filters found in some of the commercial/residential air purifiers. This type of technology is simple but has proven to be quite effective in fighting against odors and toxins present in the air. The carbon present in the commercial carbon filters comes from charcoal.
This type of air filter has the ability to absorb 60 percent of its weight in air pollutants. Activated charcoal is chemically treated with oxygen that opens up millions of pores in between the carbon atoms in the charcoal. This then allows the charcoal to absorb fumes and odors very effectively. They are also effective in eliminating organic molecules, similar to solvents. This is a very simple yet effective means of offset odors and trapping gases in the air of space.
The pros of using activated carbon air filters are listed below.
They are economical, even though larger and thicker the charcoal filters are required as the fumes and odor generating area gets increased.
They are energy-efficient, thanks to the charcoal that can absorb the gases in the surrounding area. Minute air circulation alterations can drastically improve their efficiency, and when combined with HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) air filters, they can be even more efficient at purifying the air.
They prove to be the most effective way to remove toxic gases, and can also remove offensive smells from an area, such as cigarette smoke.
Consider this blog post and purchase a high-quality residential/commercial carbon air filter.
