{"product_id":"carbon-block-filter-cartridge-lead-reduction","title":"Carbon Block Filter Cartridge – Lead Reduction","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"456\"\u003eProduct description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eCarbon block filter cartridge designed for enhanced lead reduction in drinking water applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eThe carbon block filter cartridge for lead reduction is specifically developed to remove dissolved lead from drinking water supplies, particularly in soft water areas and borehole feeds with lead piping. Based on advanced bonded carbon fibre media technology, this cartridge combines high flow performance with exceptional contaminant adsorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eBuilding on the proven SFBC platform, this cartridge focuses on lead removal while maintaining equivalent chlorine reduction performance, ensuring safe, clean and palatable drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eFiltration principle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eThe cartridge utilises advanced bonded powdered activated carbon integrated with fibre technology to maximise contact time and adsorption efficiency. Water flows through the carbon block structure, allowing lead, chlorine and organic contaminants to be adsorbed within the media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eA fused post-filtration layer prevents the release of carbon fines after flushing, ensuring clean effluent water from initial start-up onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eThis filtration principle provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003ehighly effective dissolved lead reduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eequivalent chlorine reduction to standard SFBC cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003estable filtration performance at high flow rates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eprotection against carbon fines release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eextended cartridge life through depth loading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eMedia technology and uniqueness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eThis cartridge is based on a re-innovation of modern carbon media technology. Increased void volume improves dirt holding capacity and reduces pressure drop, while enhanced carbon attachment to fibres improves adsorption efficiency for dissolved contaminants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003eKey media features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003ebonded powdered activated carbon fibre structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eincreased void volume for high flow performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003efour times higher lead removal than industry standard carbon cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eintegrated post-filtration layer to prevent fines release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eThis technology enables reliable lead reduction in a compact cartridge format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eDesign and construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2711\"\u003eThe cartridge is designed in a standard cylindrical format compatible with common cartridge housings. Its robust construction ensures consistent performance across a wide range of flow conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2745\"\u003eTypical design features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003ebonded carbon fibre media block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2783\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003eintegrated post-filtration layer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2820\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003ehigh flow cartridge geometry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003estandard cartridge format for easy installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003eMaterials of construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"2976\"\u003eStandard construction materials include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3039\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3039\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"2997\"\u003eFilter media:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonded powdered activated carbon fibres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003eSupport structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3112\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3096\"\u003eEnd caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3113\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3136\"\u003eNetting material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3251\"\u003eMaterials are selected to ensure durability, safety and compatibility with potable water systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003eOperating conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3315\"\u003eTypical operating conditions include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3317\" data-end=\"3463\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3317\" data-end=\"3361\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003eMaximum operating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3362\" data-end=\"3417\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3417\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3398\"\u003eMaximum differential pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4 bar (35 psi)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3463\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3463\"\u003eSuitable for continuous liquid filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3465\" data-end=\"3544\"\u003eExact operating limits depend on cartridge configuration and system conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3566\"\u003ePerformance focus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003ePerformance characteristics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3606\" data-end=\"3809\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3606\" data-end=\"3681\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3681\"\u003efour times higher lead removal than industry standard carbon cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3750\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3750\"\u003eequivalent chlorine reduction to standard SFBC carbon cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3809\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3809\"\u003ereliable performance throughout cartridge service life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3915\"\u003eTo maximise service life and performance, the use of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"3899\"\u003e5 micron pre-filtration stage\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"3932\"\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3934\" data-end=\"4230\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3934\" data-end=\"3978\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3936\" data-end=\"3978\"\u003eDesigned specifically for lead reduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3979\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3981\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003eFour times higher lead removal than standard carbon cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4046\" data-end=\"4091\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4091\"\u003eEquivalent chlorine reduction performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4092\" data-end=\"4135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4094\" data-end=\"4135\"\u003eHigh flow design with low pressure drop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4136\" data-end=\"4184\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4138\" data-end=\"4184\"\u003ePrevents carbon fines release after flushing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4185\" data-end=\"4230\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4230\"\u003eSimple cartridge format for easy retrofit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4232\" data-end=\"4255\"\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4257\" data-end=\"4328\"\u003eCarbon block filter cartridges for lead reduction are commonly used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4330\" data-end=\"4542\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4330\" data-end=\"4372\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4332\" data-end=\"4372\"\u003epoint of use drinking water filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4373\" data-end=\"4410\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4375\" data-end=\"4410\"\u003esoft water areas with lead piping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4411\" data-end=\"4438\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4413\" data-end=\"4438\"\u003eborehole water supplies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4486\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4441\" data-end=\"4486\"\u003eaged pipework and closed loop water systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4487\" data-end=\"4542\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4489\" data-end=\"4542\"\u003eresidential and commercial drinking water treatment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4544\" data-end=\"4574\"\u003eConfiguration and quotation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4696\"\u003eCarbon block filter cartridges for lead reduction are supplied in multiple configurations. Selection parameters include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4698\" data-end=\"4778\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4698\" data-end=\"4718\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4700\" data-end=\"4718\"\u003ecartridge length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4719\" data-end=\"4736\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4721\" data-end=\"4736\"\u003emicron rating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4737\" data-end=\"4778\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4739\" data-end=\"4778\"\u003ediameter (standard or large diameter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4877\"\u003eThis ensures the cartridge is correctly matched to the installation and water quality conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is a carbon block filter cartridge for lead reduction used for?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"It is used to reduce dissolved lead in drinking water supplies, particularly in soft water areas and systems with lead piping.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How effective is this cartridge at removing lead?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The cartridge provides up to four times higher lead removal than industry standard carbon cartridges.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does this cartridge also remove chlorine?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. 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