242268
Activated charcoal
DARCO®, 20-40 mesh particle size, granular
vapor pressure
<0.1 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Quality Level
form
granular
autoignition temp.
842 °F
manufacturer/tradename
DARCO®
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resistivity
1375 μΩ-cm, 20°C (graphite)
impurities
≤0.4% dust
≤12% moisture content
particle size
20-40 mesh
mp
3550 °C (lit.)
greener alternative category
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SMILES string
[C]
InChI
1S/C
InChI key
OKTJSMMVPCPJKN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 3
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
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What is the typical pH of Product 242241, DARCO Acid Washed Activated charcoal?
The typical pH of a water extract of Product 242241 is 4.5.
What is the purpose of the acid washing performed on Product 242268, DARCO Acid Washed Activated charcoal?
The acid washing performed on Product 242268 removes minute impurities from the surface of the particles and from the pores.
What is the typical pH of Product 242268, DARCO Acid Washed Activated charcoal?
The typical pH of a water extract of Product 242268 is 4.6.
What is the typical apparent density of Product 242268, DARCO® Acid Washed Activated charcoal?
The typical apparent density of Product 242268, DARCO® Acid Washed Activated charcoal, is 0.40 g/mL, or 25 lb/ft3.
What is the typical surface area of Product 242268, DARCO® Acid Washed Activated charcoal?
The typical surface area of Product 242268, DARCO® Acid Washed Activated charcoal, is 650 m2/g.
What is the typical pore volume of Product 242268, DARCO® Acid Washed Activated charcoal?
The typical pore volume of Product 242268, DARCO® Acid Washed Activated charcoal, is 0.95 mL/g.
How is the acid wash performed for product 242268, DARCO® Acid Washed Activated Charcoal?
Product 242268, DARCO® Acid Washed Activated Charcoal, is washed using hydrochloric acid.
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