Clack
A8011 Corosex 0.66 Cu Ft (50 Lb)
- SKU:
- A8011
- Condition:
- New
- Weight:
- 50.00 LBS
- Shipping:
- 13.92USD (Fixed Shipping Cost)
Description
PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION
Corosex Spec Sheet (Click Here)
Clack Corosex® is a specially processed hard, bead-like magnesia, adapted for use in filters to neutralize acidity by increasing the pH value. Corosex has a high degree of activity and speed of correction allowing high flow.
SPECIFICATION
- Color: Brownish white
- Mesh Size: 6 x 16
- Effective Size: 1.4 mm
- Composition: MgO 97% min
CONDITIONS FOR OPERATION
- Downflow service is generally satisfactory on waters with a hardness of less than five grains/gal. or where it’s combined with Calcite at least 50-50.
- Upflow service is generally recommended with hardness exceeding five grains/gal. to prevent cementing of the Corosex bed
- Use distributors designed for upflow applications
- A gravel support bed is recommended
- Water pH range: 4.5-6.0
- Bed depth: 24-30 in.
- Freeboard: 50% of bed depth (min.)
- Backwash frequently to prevent possible cementing
- Backwash rate: 10-12 gpm/sq. ft.
- Service flow rate: 5-6 gpm/sq. ft.