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AFM ng Grade 2 (2nd Base Layer), 25 Kg

SKU: 10870000018 | 3034100249
Regular price £36.25
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AFM® ng Grade 2 (2nd Base Layer) - 25 Kg

Elevate your water filtration system with AFM® ng Grade 2. As the second base layer, this innovative filter media complements the top working layer to enhance overall filtration performance. Crafted with a distinctive hydrophobic surface, AFM® ng Grade 2 provides superior adsorption of organics and microplastics, ensuring exceptionally clean water.

Outstanding Features:

  • Hydrophobic Surface: Specially designed for advanced adsorption to capture fine particles and organic matter.
  • Self-Sterilizing Surface: Inhibits bacterial growth, boosting filtration efficiency.
  • Advanced Adsorption Capability: Optimizes impurity removal for cleaner, purer water.

Key Benefits:

  • Safe and Secure Water: Blocks pathogens, ensuring protection against harmful microorganisms like Crypto.
  • Clarity and Purity: Maintains a steady 1-micron filtration rate without requiring flocculation.
  • Economical: Minimizes operating expenses by cutting backwash water and chemical usage by up to 50%.
  • Eco-Friendly: Supports conservation of water, chlorine, and energy with slower backwash cycles.
  • Long-Lasting: Outlasts conventional filter media, offering a reliable return on your investment.

Technical Specifications:

  • Particle Size: 0.4 - 0.8 mm
  • Effective Size: 0.414 mm (d10)
  • Hardness: Greater than 7 Mohs
  • Sphericity: 0.78 average
  • Uniformity Coefficient: Less than 1.5
  • Specific Gravity: 2.4 kg/l
  • Bulk Bed Density: 1.26 kg/l
  • Service Flow: 20m/h
  • Backwash: 30m/h

AFM® ng Grade 2 is produced from up-cycled post-consumer glass, utilizing cutting-edge technology to create a robust, amorphous aluminosilicate (glass) filter media. Perfectly adaptable to all sand filter systems, it requires no extra infrastructure, making it a smart choice for both new and existing installations. Choose AFM® ng Grade 2 for a sustainable, efficient, and effective water filtration solution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is AFM® ng Grade 2 and how does it enhance water filtration?
AFM® ng Grade 2 is a second base layer filter media designed to improve water filtration systems by providing superior adsorption of organics and microplastics. Its hydrophobic surface and advanced features ensure cleaner, clearer water.
How does the hydrophobic surface of AFM® ng Grade 2 benefit my water filtration system?
The hydrophobic surface of AFM® ng Grade 2 allows for advanced adsorption capabilities, enabling it to effectively capture fine particles and organic matter, leading to better water quality.
Is AFM® ng Grade 2 safe and effective for removing pathogens from water?
Yes, AFM® ng Grade 2 helps block pathogens and harmful microorganisms like Crypto, ensuring that your water remains safe and protected.
Can AFM® ng Grade 2 be used with existing sand filter systems?
Absolutely, AFM® ng Grade 2 is compatible with all sand filter systems and requires no additional infrastructure, making it easy to upgrade your current setup.
What are the main benefits of using AFM® ng Grade 2 over conventional filter media?
AFM® ng Grade 2 offers longer-lasting performance, reduces operating costs by cutting backwash water and chemical use, and supports water conservation with eco-friendly slower backwash cycles.