
IPW - Air Filter Refill Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon Charcoal 4x8 Mesh
Technical Details
| Material | Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon |
| Mesh Size | 4x8 (2.38mm to 4.76mm) |
| Weight | 5 lbs per package |
| Application | Air and water filtration media refill |
| Primary Use | Chlorine, VOC, odor, and taste removal |
| Housing Compatibility | Standard 10", 20" filter housings and custom vessels |
| Source | Coconut shell carbon (high hardness, low dust) |
| Recommended Replacement | Every 6-12 months depending on water quality and usage |
How to Refill Your Filter Housing
- Shut off water supply and relieve pressure from the filter housing. Remove the housing sump and discard old carbon media.
- Rinse the empty housing thoroughly with clean water. Inspect o-ring and replace if worn or damaged.
- Fill housing with new coconut shell GAC to approximately 80% capacity, leaving headspace for expansion and backwash movement.
- Reinstall housing sump with hand-tight seal. Slowly turn water supply back on and check for leaks.
- Flush system for 5-10 minutes to remove carbon fines and activate the media before normal use.
Works With
This 4x8 mesh granular activated carbon is compatible with standard 10-inch and 20-inch filter housings, inline GAC filters, countertop systems, and custom filtration vessels. Ideal for refilling Isopure Water housings, as well as systems from APEC, iSpring, Hydronix, Pentek, and other brands using loose carbon media. Can be used in both point-of-use and whole-house applications where granular carbon is specified.
Technical Details
| Material | Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon |
| Mesh Size | 4x8 (2.38mm to 4.76mm) |
| Weight | 5 lbs per package |
| Application | Air and water filtration media refill |
| Primary Use | Chlorine, VOC, odor, and taste removal |
| Housing Compatibility | Standard 10", 20" filter housings and custom vessels |
| Source | Coconut shell carbon (high hardness, low dust) |
| Recommended Replacement | Every 6-12 months depending on water quality and usage |
How to Refill Your Filter Housing
- Shut off water supply and relieve pressure from the filter housing. Remove the housing sump and discard old carbon media.
- Rinse the empty housing thoroughly with clean water. Inspect o-ring and replace if worn or damaged.
- Fill housing with new coconut shell GAC to approximately 80% capacity, leaving headspace for expansion and backwash movement.
- Reinstall housing sump with hand-tight seal. Slowly turn water supply back on and check for leaks.
- Flush system for 5-10 minutes to remove carbon fines and activate the media before normal use.
Works With
This 4x8 mesh granular activated carbon is compatible with standard 10-inch and 20-inch filter housings, inline GAC filters, countertop systems, and custom filtration vessels. Ideal for refilling Isopure Water housings, as well as systems from APEC, iSpring, Hydronix, Pentek, and other brands using loose carbon media. Can be used in both point-of-use and whole-house applications where granular carbon is specified.
Description
Technical Details
| Material | Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon |
| Mesh Size | 4x8 (2.38mm to 4.76mm) |
| Weight | 5 lbs per package |
| Application | Air and water filtration media refill |
| Primary Use | Chlorine, VOC, odor, and taste removal |
| Housing Compatibility | Standard 10", 20" filter housings and custom vessels |
| Source | Coconut shell carbon (high hardness, low dust) |
| Recommended Replacement | Every 6-12 months depending on water quality and usage |
How to Refill Your Filter Housing
- Shut off water supply and relieve pressure from the filter housing. Remove the housing sump and discard old carbon media.
- Rinse the empty housing thoroughly with clean water. Inspect o-ring and replace if worn or damaged.
- Fill housing with new coconut shell GAC to approximately 80% capacity, leaving headspace for expansion and backwash movement.
- Reinstall housing sump with hand-tight seal. Slowly turn water supply back on and check for leaks.
- Flush system for 5-10 minutes to remove carbon fines and activate the media before normal use.
Works With
This 4x8 mesh granular activated carbon is compatible with standard 10-inch and 20-inch filter housings, inline GAC filters, countertop systems, and custom filtration vessels. Ideal for refilling Isopure Water housings, as well as systems from APEC, iSpring, Hydronix, Pentek, and other brands using loose carbon media. Can be used in both point-of-use and whole-house applications where granular carbon is specified.












