The lifespan of activated carbon filters is typically... 3 months to 2 years The specific duration depends on the following factors:
1.Water quality
Drinking water treatment: 6-12 months (Shortened to 6 months when water quality is poor).
Industrial wastewater treatment: Weeks to months .
Groundwater treatment: approximately 1 year.
2.Operating conditions
Insufficient pretreatment can cause suspended solids to clog the pores of activated carbon, shortening its lifespan.
Excessive filtration flow rate will reduce adsorption efficiency and accelerate the wear of activated carbon.
High temperature (>40℃) or high humidity environment will affect the adsorption performance of activated carbon and shorten its lifespan.
3.Maintenance
Regular backwashing can restore some of the adsorption capacity, but excessive backwashing can wear down the activated carbon particles.
Replacement cycle reference for different application scenarios:
6-12 个月 Drinking water treatment: 6-12 months
Industrial wastewater treatment: weeks to months
3-6 个月 Home air purifier: 3-6 months
Groundwater treatment: approximately 1 year
For more specific service life recommendations, please consult a professional technician based on the actual water quality and operating conditions.
