Natural Sand Filter Media

Natural Sand Filter Media

599.00

Natural Granular Media for Water Filtration & Suspended Solids Removal
25 Kg Bag
Inclusive of GST
Standard Selling Unit: 1 Cu.Ft / Bag
Approx. Weight: 50 kg / Cu.Ft
For filter-vessel loading, project quantities, pallet orders or custom sizes, request a bulk quotation.

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Description

Natural Sand Filter Media is a durable granular filtration medium used for the removal of suspended solids, impurities and sediments from water. It provides a cost-effective filtration solution and is derived from natural mineral sources.

The media is light beige to brown, with angular to sub-angular particles. Different B.S.S. grades are available to suit filter design, bed configuration and filtration requirements.

Key Advantages

  • Efficient filtration of suspended solids, impurities and sediments
  • Cost-effective media for water-treatment applications
  • Derived from natural sources
  • Durable granular media with long service potential
  • Available in multiple B.S.S. grades and particle-size ranges
  • Custom sizes available upon request
  • Suitable for new filters and replacement-media requirements

Additional information

Select Grade / Size

16/30 B.S.S – 0.50–1.00 mm, 8/16 B.S.S – 1.00–2.00 mm, 5/8 B.S.S – 2.00–3.35 mm

Specifications

ParameterSpecification
ColorLight beige to brown
ShapeAngular to sub-angular
Standard Particle Size0.50–1.00 mm
Uniformity Coefficient< 1.6
Bulk Density1,500 kg/m³
Specific Gravity2.65 g/cm³
Hardness6.5–7.0 Mohs
Porosity40%–45%
Silica (SiO₂)90–96%
Solubility in 10% HCl< 1%

Size Options

Grade (B.S.S.)Size Range (mm)E.S. (mm)
16/300.50–1.000.50–0.711
14/250.60–1.200.63–0.85
10/180.85–1.700.85–0.95
8/161.00–2.001.05–1.27
6/141.20–2.801.25–1.60
5/82.00–3.352.00–2.70

Operating Conditions

Operating ParameterRecommended Condition
Maximum Temperature120°C (248°F)
Recommended Bed Depth30–36 inches
Service Flow Rate10–20 m/h
Backwash Flow Rate20–30 m/h

Applications

  • Water filtration
  • Suspended solids and sediment removal
  • Industrial water treatment
  • Commercial water-treatment filters
  • Multimedia filtration systems
  • Pretreatment filtration
  • Replacement media for sand filters

Download Datasheet

Natural Sand Filter Media – Technical Datasheet (PDF)

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Bulk Orders

Need Natural Sand for a Filter Vessel or Project?

For OEMs, water-treatment companies, dealers, contractors and replacement-media projects, Starke can provide project-specific quantities and quotations.

  • Standard 1 Cu.Ft bags
  • 50 kg per Cu.Ft
  • 20 bags per pallet
  • 1,015 kg per pallet
  • Pallet dimensions: 45 × 45 × 33 inches
  • Custom sizes available upon request
  • Filter-vessel and project quantities

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