Activated Carbon from Waste Biomass Jute Sticks

A Carbon materials with high porosity and high surface area are termed as activated carbon. Activated carbon is a non-graphitic form of carbon, which could be produced by activation of any carbonaceous material. Activated carbons are classified according to its particle sizes and shape, and each type has its specific application. However, some broad classification is made for general purpose based on their physical characteristics. The types of activated carbon are powder, granular and pellet. The NPL has developed the technology of activated carbon from waste biomass jute sticks of the following specifications of the product.

Specifications : (i) Density: 0.2g/cc; (ii) Pore size : micro and mesopores; (iii) BET Surface area: 1600-2000 m2/g; (iv) Ash content : <5%; (v) Moisture content: <5%

Waste water purification, filtration, chemical production and purification, Air purification, Medical, Automobile sector, Food sector, etc

The raw  material  like  jute  stick  is  easily  available  in  eastern  parts  of  India.  The  technology addresses the issues related to waste biomass handling and the proposed  process  is  very simple and  economical for conversion of jute sticks into activated carbon.