A layer of activated carbon, also known as charcoal or an activated carbon filter, is made up of millions of tiny absorbent holes and is normally available in granular or powdered block form. This air filter, which is frequently used for filtering against gases, chemicals, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), has been treated to be exceptionally porous. Nevertheless, the airborne fine particles, including dust, dust mites, pet dander, and pollen, cannot be eliminated by the activated carbon filter. You require a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter for that.
The value of an air purifier's activated carbon filter:
In air purifiers, the HEPA filter, which is intended to catch additional microscopic particles including dust, lint, mold spores, pet dander, and pollen, is frequently used in conjunction with the activated carbon filter.
Beyond the normal particle filters, filters with activated carbon offer an extra layer of filtration.
