Clack Birm®, Calcite, and Corosex Water Filtration Media: Iron, Manganese and pH Correction Filtration Solutions
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Clack Birm®, Calcite, and Corosex Water Filtration Media: Iron, Manganese, and pH Correction Filtration Solutions
PT Watermart Perkasa is an authorized distributor and main supplier of high-quality water filtration media in Indonesia, including Clack Birm®, Clack Calcite, and Clack Corosex. These products are specifically designed to meet the water treatment needs of the industrial, commercial, and municipal sectors, with a focus on efficiency, reliability, and ease of maintenance. PT Watermart Perkasa ensures stock availability of most of these products in Indonesia for quick delivery and optimal technical support.
Table of Contents
- Clack Birm®: Iron & Manganese Removal Media
- Clack Calcite: Calcium Carbonate Based pH Correction Media
- Clack Corosex: Magnesium Oxide Media for Rapid pH Correction
- Applications and System Integration
- Ordering Information & Technical Support
- Download PDF Datasheet
Clack Birm®: Granular Filtration Media for Iron and Manganese Removal
Clack Birm® is a high-performance granular filter media specifically designed for the removal of dissolved iron and manganese from water supplies. This product is very popular with water treatment engineers, plant operators, and system designers due to its ability as an efficient oxidation catalyst without the need for chemical regeneration.
Advantages of Clack Birm®
- No Chemical Regeneration Required: Birm® works as a catalyst, thus reducing operational and maintenance costs.
- High Efficiency: Able to effectively remove iron and manganese at suitable water conditions.
- Long Durability: Long lasting media with low attrition loss, extending media replacement intervals.
- Easy Maintenance: Requires only periodic backwash, reducing labor requirements and maintenance costs.
- Stable Performance: Operates well over a wide temperature range.
Physical & Chemical Specifications of Clack Birm®
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Model Number | A8006 |
| Color | Black |
| Bulk Density | 35-40 lbs/cu. ft. |
| Mesh Size | 10 x 40 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.0 gm/cc |
| Effective Size | 0.48 mm |
| Uniformity Coefficient | 2.7 |
| Weight | 35-40 lbs/cu. ft. |
Operating Conditions
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Alkalinity | >2× combined sulfate & chloride concentration |
| Max Water Temp | 100°F (38°C) |
| pH Range (Iron Removal) | 6.8 - 9.0 |
| pH Range (Manganese Removal) | 8.0 - 9.0 (best results), below 8.5 not recommended |
| Dissolved Oxygen (D.O.) Content | ≥15% of iron content (iron + manganese) at min. 0.5 ppm |
| Bed Depth | 30-36 in. |
| Freeboard | 50% of bed depth (min.) |
| Backwash Rate | 10-12 gpm/sq. ft. |
| Backwash Expansion | 20-40% of bed depth (min.) |
| Service Flow Rate | 3.5-5 gpm/sq. ft. (intermittent or local conditions may allow more) |
Inlet & Backwash Water Quality Limitations
- Free chlorine: <0.5 ppm
- Hydrogen sulfide: Not recommended
- Oil or polyphosphates: Must not be present
- Avoid chemicals that may coat or damage Birm®
Clack Birm® Application
- Municipal water treatment plants
- Industrial process water conditioning
- Commercial drinking water filtration
- Gravity-flow and pressurized filtration systems
- Pretreatment for RO and softener systems
Installation Requirements
- Water alkalinity must be sufficient to support precipitation.
- Dissolved Oxygen of at least 15% of total iron/manganese content.
- System must be capable of backwash at an appropriate rate and bed expansion.
- Avoid use in water with high chlorine, oil, hydrogen sulfide, or polyphosphates.
Clack Birm® Ordering Information
| Part No. | Description | Cu. Ft/Bag | Wt./Cu. Ft. | Bags/Pallet | Weight/Pallet | Pallet Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A8006 | Birm® | 1 | 35-40 lbs. | 40 | 1450-1650 lbs. | 40" × 48" × 42" |
Conclusion: Clack Birm® A8006 is a superior solution for chemical-free iron and manganese removal, ideal for municipal, industrial and commercial applications. PT Watermart Perkasa provides Clack Birm® stock in Indonesia for your project needs.
Clack Calcite: Calcium Carbonate Filtration Media for pH Correction
Clack Calcite is a natural calcium carbonate (white marble) based filtration media used to neutralize acidic (low pH) water and prevent corrosion in water distribution systems. This product is suitable for potable, industrial, and municipal water treatment applications that require pH stabilization with low operational costs.
Clack Calcite Advantages
- Automatic pH Correction: Self-limiting media, only raises pH to neutral without risk of overcorrection.
- Natural & Safe Composition: Contains >95% CaCO₃, safe for drinking water and NSF/ANSI 60 certified.
- Prevents Corrosion: Reduces dissolution of metals such as copper and lead.
- Economical: Long media replacement intervals and low maintenance costs.
- Can be Combined: Can be mixed with Clack Corosex for greater pH correction.
Clack Calcite Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | Near white |
| Composition | CaCO₃ > 95%, MgCO₃ < 3% |
| Bulk Density | 90 lbs/cu.ft. |
| Mesh Size | 16 x 40 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.7 |
| Effective Size | 0.4 mm |
| Uniformity Coefficient | 1.5 |
| Hardness (Mohs scale) | 3.0 |
| Bed Depth | 24-30 in. |
| Recommended pH Range | 5.0 - 7.0 |
| Freeboard | 50% of bed depth (min.) |
| Backwash Rate | 8-12 gpm/sq.ft. |
| Service Flow Rate | 3-6 gpm/sq.ft. |
| Max. Usage Level | 650 mg/L |
| Certification | NSF/ANSI 60 |
Clack Calcite Order Information
| Part No. | Description | Cu. Ft./Bag | Wt./Cu. Ft. | Bags/Pallet | Weight/Pallet | Pallet Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A8021-01 | Calcite | 0.55 (50-lbs) | 90 lbs | 50 | 2550 lbs | 48" × 36" × 40" |
Calcite Clack Application
- Domestic, commercial, and municipal water treatment systems for pH neutralization
- Industrial process water requiring corrosion control
- Point-of-entry (POE) and point-of-use (POU) for drinking water
Installation Requirements
- Use gravel support bed for optimal distribution.
- Bed depth 24-30 inches, freeboard at least 50% of bed depth.
- Backwash rate 8-12 gpm/sq.ft. with 35% bed expansion.
- Service flow rate 3-6 gpm/sq.ft. as required.
Conclusion: Clack Calcite is an effective and safe solution for acidic water pH correction, protecting piping systems from corrosion and ensuring drinking water quality. PT Watermart Perkasa provides Clack Calcite with ready-to-ship stock in Indonesia.
Clack Corosex: Magnesium Oxide Media for Rapid pH Correction
Clack Corosex® is a magnesium oxide (MgO) based hard bead-like filtration media designed to neutralize acidic water quickly and efficiently. It is suitable for applications with large pH correction requirements or high flow rates, such as in municipal, industrial, and well water treatment.
Advantages of Clack Corosex®
- Fast Neutralization: Highly reactive, ideal for pH correction of highly acidic water.
- High Efficiency: Low media consumption, reducing replacement frequency and maintenance costs.
- Durable Structure: Bead-like shape reduces cementation and facilitates backwash.
- NSF/ANSI 60 Certified: Safe for drinking water applications.
- Can be Combined: Suitable mixed with Clack Calcite for optimal pH correction results without overcorrection.
Clack Corosex® Physical Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | Brownish white |
| Bulk Density | 75 lbs/cu.ft. |
| Mesh Size | 6 x 16 |
| Specific Gravity | 3.6 gm/cc |
| Effective Size | 1.4 mm |
| Uniformity Coefficient | 1.7 |
| Composition | Minimum 97% MgO |
| Maximum Usage | 100 mg/L |
Operating Conditions
| Parameter | Value/Range |
|---|---|
| Water pH Range | 4.5-6.0 |
| Bed Depth | 24-30 in. |
| Freeboard (Minimum) | 50% of bed depth |
| Backwash Rate | 10-12 gpm/sq.ft. |
| Service Flow Rate | 5-6 gpm/sq.ft.* |
| Hardness Limit for Downflow | < 5 grains/gal |
| Hardness Limit for Upflow | > 5 grains/gal (recommended) |
| Max Flow pH Correction | Up to 5 units |
| Max Usage | 100 mg/L |
| Backwash Frequency | As required |
Ordering Information for Clack Corosex®
| Part No. | Description | Cu. Ft./Bag | Wt./Cu. Ft. | Bags/Pallet | Weight/Pallet | Pallet Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A8011 | Corosex® | 0.66 (50 lbs.) | 75 lbs. | 60 | 3050 lbs. | 48" x 36" x 50" |
Corosex® Clack Application
- Municipal water treatment for corrosive water sources
- Industrial process water neutralization
- Well water treatment for households and rural facilities
- Post-treatment after reverse osmosis or demineralization
- Corrosion prevention of distribution pipes and equipment
Installation Requirements
- Use downflow service for hardness < 5 grains/gal.
- Use upflow service if hardness > 5 grains/gal to prevent cementation.
- Install in-line filter before upflow system.
- Use a special distributor for upflow applications.
- Recommended gravel support bed and regular backwash.
Conclusion: Clack Corosex® is the top choice for rapid pH correction in acidic water, whether for municipal, industrial, or borehole applications. PT Watermart Perkasa provides Clack Corosex® with ready stock for project needs in Indonesia.
Clack Media System Application and Integration
Clack Birm®, Calcite, and Corosex media can be used individually or combined for a more comprehensive water treatment solution. For example, Clack Calcite and Clack Corosex are often used together for pH correction of highly acidic water, while Clack Birm® is particularly effective as a pre-treatment before reverse osmosis or softener systems.
- Municipal and commercial drinking water treatment
- Industrial process water treatment (boiler feed, cooling tower, etc.)
- Treatment of well water and natural water sources
- Protection of distribution systems from corrosion and iron/manganese deposits
PT Watermart Perkasa supports the needs of system design, technical consultation, and procurement of water filtration media with reliable after-sales service.
Ordering Information & Technical Support
As an authorized distributor, PT Watermart Perkasa provides Clack Birm®, Clack Calcite, and Clack Corosex with available stock in Indonesia. We are ready to assist you in product selection, technical consultation, and fast delivery to all parts of Indonesia.
Contactus via WhatsApp, email, or the contact form on the website for technical consultation, quote requests, or more information about Clack water filtration media products.
Download PDF Datasheet
Why Choose PT Watermart Perkasa?
- Stock of Clack Birm®, Calcite, and Corosex products available in Indonesia
- Professional technical support for water filtration system design and troubleshooting
- Fast delivery and reliable after-sales service
Don't hesitate to contact PT Watermart Perkasa now for the best water filtration media solutions in Indonesia!
