Can carbon filter clog? Or ventilation reduce noticeably?

AfgooCBD · Dec 7, 2015

Hey hey! Noticed more than usual odor, and it seems that my ventilation duct isn't as strong an output as in the past. I think it's been two grows since I changed the carbon. I thought air just passed through. Can carbon over time reduce air flow if not changed?

Also, I have a filter floss around the canister. I used to wash it. Didn't think that did much but keep dust out. Guess I should clean/replace that too.

Thanks for the reply.

bryan oconner · Dec 12, 2015

they should have a life of 2 years . with that pre filter . unless your using a cheap brand mabe it did clog up. just unplug it see if its restricted you can feel the air flow on the other end right ?

vostok · Dec 12, 2015

Humidity above 60% does impede airflow very much

always a good idea to dry them out some or change it out

AfgooCBD · Dec 13, 2015

I've replaced my carbon once in a 2.5 year span, using carbon pellets, 5 lbs. (see pic). The first time I changed the carbon, it wasn't as full. Factory-loaded. I drilled out the rivets to get the lid off. I filled it all the way to the top on the refill. Lid just pushes back on. Little bit of duct tape to hold.

Carbon is carbon, right? Or is there a better carbon to refill with?

SwaggerJacker · Dec 13, 2015

I've heard using the granulated stuff is better than pellets because of an increase in surface area which is what matters but both work well I think.

I would say maybe go less than 100% full and see if that helps. If nothing else you'll save $$, and if the factory did it and it worked fine then why not.

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