VITROCLEAN VF-001 Crushed Glass Superior Water Filtration Media Instructions
- June 12, 2024
- VITROCLEAN
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VITROCLEAN VF-001 Crushed Glass Superior Water Filtration Media
Product Information
The product is a crushed glass filtration media specifically designed for superior water filtration. It is composed of the following elements:
- SiO2: 73%
- Na2O: 14%
- CaO: 10%
- MgO: (missing data)
Product Usage Instructions
Follow the steps below to correctly use the crushed glass filtration media:
- Prepare the filtration system: Ensure that the filtration system is clean and free from debris. If necessary, backwash or clean the system according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Add the crushed glass media: Carefully pour the desired amount of crushed glass media into the filtration system. Refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines or consult a professional to determine the appropriate quantity for your specific system.
- Distribute evenly: Spread the crushed glass media evenly across the filtration system. Use a rake or other suitable tool to ensure equal distribution.
- Secure the system: Close and secure all openings of the filtration system to prevent any leaks or bypassing of water.
- Start filtration: Turn on the filtration system and allow water to pass through the crushed glass media. Monitor the system to ensure proper flow and filtration.
- Maintenance and replacement: Periodically check the crushed glass media for any signs of clogging or deterioration. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for maintenance and replacement intervals.
Important Note:
Always refer to the specific instructions provided by the manufacturer of your
filtration system for detailed guidance on installation, maintenance, and
operation.
Technical Data
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Specific Gravity
2.50 -
Bulk Density
75 to 80 lbs/cu.ft. -
Effective Size
Ranges from 0.30 to 1.10 mm -
Coefficient of Uniformity
Ranges from 1.45 to 1.80 -
Estimated Sphericity
Approximately 0.40 -
Porosity
Typically 48% -
Shape
Angular to sub-angular -
Permeability
VF25 typically 4.0 X 10-l cm/sec -
Physical Composition
Amorphous soda-lime glass -
Typical Chemical Composition
- SiO2 ………73%
- Na2O ……. 14%
- CaO ………10%
- MgO ……..<1%
- Al2O3 …… <1%
- SO3 ……….<1%
Packaging
- 50-lb plastic bags
- 50-, 90- & 100-paper bags
- 3000-lb bulk bags
- Pallets, stretch-wrap & plastic covers
Use
For Use in Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Environmental Applications
- VitroClean¨ is made from 100% recycled glass. It is crushed, dried at 250¼F, and screened into various-sized fractions to achieve optimal filtration properties.
- As the grains are nearly all angular in shape and have a fairly high degree of sphericity, the filter bed tends to have more open packing resulting in better permeability than a filter of spherical silica grains.
- Because glass is amorphous and has no internal crystal structure, the particles are homogenous and have no grain boundaries. This gives glass more resistance to breakdown through filtration/backwashing cycles.
- Furthermore, the lack of grain boundaries minimizes cracks where bacteria can lodge and resist flushing in back washing.
- Glass particles have a slight negative charge on their surface, which tend to hold onto fine particles during the filtration cycle. Upon backwashing, this weak charge apparently releases these fine particles to the effluent thereby contributing to better filtration action. Theoretically, at least one should see less use of back flushing water owing to the better permeability of a glass filter.
- As crushed glass is lighter than silica sand, between 15 and 20% less glass is needed to fill a filtration unit. With better filtration characteristics and lower density glass is a superior filtration media for many filtration applications. It can be used in swimming pool and spa filters as well. Glass filter media are now being used in stormwater runoff filtration systems as a replacement for silica sand. Using glass not only results in good performance but in real cost benefits over the life of a filter bed.
Specifications
Typical VitroClean ® Filtration Product Specifications
Product # Number| U.S. Mesh Size| Effective Size|
Approximate Size Range
VF#5| 1/4” x 1/8”| N/A| 7.1 x 3.4 mm
VF#8| 1/8″ x 1/16″| 1.80 mm| 3.4 x 1.7 mm
VF#12| 8 x 16 mesh| 1.10 mm| 2.4 x 1.1 mm
VF#25| 16 x 35 mesh| 0.45 mm| 1.1 x 0.4 mm
VF#35| 25 x 50 mesh| 0.30 mm| 0.7 x 0.3 mm
VF25 is a typical replacement for #20 silica sand in pool filters. VF8 or a coarser product can be placed in the bottom of the filter around the laterals to minimize movement of the laterals on back flushing. VF35 can be installed in the top of the filter bed over VF25 in order to improve the filtration of finer particles.
Your Source for Innovative Recycled Glass Products
18420 68th Avenue, Suite 101, Kent, Washington 98032
Toll free 1-888-301-0181;
425-251-8301 fax |
www.trivitro.com.
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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