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Filter sand for water treatment and filtration systems

Explore Absorb’s available filter sand range for New Zealand water treatment, wastewater, industrial filtration and filter refurbishment projects.

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Available Filter Sand Range

Filter sands.

The filter sands below show the core media codes, size specifications, uniformity and specific gravity values available for project enquiries. For certificates, analysis, packaging, lead times, quantities or application suitability, contact Absorb and we will help confirm the right option.

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QFS1G quartz filter sand QFS1G Available

Quartz Filter Sand

Size specification: 1.13–2.46 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Coarse quartz filtration sand for treatment systems where a larger graded media is required.

QFS2W fine quartz filter sand QFS2W Available

Fine Quartz Filter Sand

Size specification: 0.57–1.13 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Fine white quartz filter sand for selected water treatment and process filtration applications.

QFS2A fine quartz filter sand QFS2A Available

Fine Quartz Filter Sand

Size specification: 0.57–1.13 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Fine quartz media for filter beds requiring consistent particle sizing and reliable media performance.

QFSOW coarse quartz filter sand QFSOW Available

Coarse Quartz Filter Sand

Size specification: 3.0–5.0 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Coarse quartz media for larger media profiles, support applications or project-specific requirements.

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QFS1E Out of Stock

Quartz Filter Sand

Size specification: 1.13–2.46 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Coarse quartz filtration sand. Currently out of stock; contact Absorb for alternatives or lead time support.

FS1R coarse filter sand FS1R Available

Coarse Filter Sand

Size specification: 1.20–2.40 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Coarse filter sand for treatment systems, replacement media and selected support applications.

FS2R fine filter sand FS2R Available

Fine Filter Sand

Size specification: 0.60–1.20 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Fine filter sand for systems requiring a consistent working media layer.

FS3R super fine filter sand FS3R Available

Super Fine Filter Sand

Size specification: 0.30–0.60 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Super fine filter sand for selected filtration, polishing or project-specific media requirements.

FS1H coarse filter sand out of stock FS1H Out of Stock

Coarse Filter Sand

Size specification: 1.20–2.40 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Coarse filter sand. Currently out of stock; contact Absorb for alternative media or replacement support.

FS2H fine filter sand out of stock FS2H Out of Stock

Fine Filter Sand

Size specification: 0.60–1.20 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.64

Fine filter sand. Currently out of stock; contact Absorb for supply options or lead time advice.

FSO coarse filter sand FSO Available

Coarse Filter Sand

Size specification: 3.0–5.0 mm
Uniformity: < 1.5 Specific Gravity: 2.65

Coarse filter sand for larger media profiles, support applications or project-specific requirements.

Choosing Filter Sand

The right filter sand depends on the filter, not just the size range.

Filter sand selection should consider particle size, uniformity, specific gravity, bed depth, existing media layers, hydraulic loading and backwash conditions.

Absorb can help review available project information and identify the most suitable next step for filter sand replacement, new media supply or refurbishment support.

Need Filter Sand Advice?

Send us your application and we will help identify the right next step.

Share your water source, treatment goal, existing filter setup, media specification, flow rate or project drawings and Absorb will help guide the next step.