Articles in Category: Reverse Osmosis
Answer: Perhaps the two most important considerations would be pore size and chlorine capacity. The smaller the pore size, the greater protection the carbon block offers you through your Whole House unit or your RO membrane. But remember the smaller the pore size the more impact the carbon block filter will have on your gpm […]
Answer: Filters are commonly described by the size of the pores in the material that makes up the given filter. This stated pore size is the maximum size particle that will flow through a filter. A micron is 1/1,000,000th of a meter or approximately 0.00004 inches. Manufacturers rate filters based upon this pore size, however […]
Answer: Across a host of applications, “quick connect” products require no special tools. Simply cut the tube square and insert it into the fitting to effect a secure and reliable connection. Thus, this type of fitting has become the water industry’s most popular fitting products because they offer the most reliable and cost effective solution […]
Answer: 1. Cut the tubing end squarely and remove the internal and external burrs. 2. Insert the tubing through the back of the nut all the way through the nut assembly to the tube stop in the fitting body. If the tubing does not enter the nut easily, loosen the nut one turn and then […]
Answer: Yes, you can upgrade your RO faucet when you purchase a system or at a later date. At time of RO purchase: Send us an email and indicate the faucet you wish to upgrade to and we’ll get back to you with the price differential. Purchase at a later date: All of the faucets […]
Answer: Yes, you can connect the 1/4″ tubing to the elbow fitting on the membrane housing and the tubing can go directly to a floor drain. This would be a good drain alternative if you are installing the RO system in the basement. We would suggest that you secure the 1/4″ tubing to the drain […]
Answer: Sink With A Disposal – Best choice is the vertical pipe above the horizontal pipe from garbage disposal. Sink Without A Disposal – It is best to choose the vertical sink drain pipe at a height as high above the water level in the trap as possible. The drain line may also run directly […]
Answer: A Booster Pump will provide increased pressure for the incoming water which will result in the Reverse Osmosis system to operate more efficiently. The increased water pressure will force more purified water through the membrane into the storage tank and at the same time send more contaminants to the drain. This increased pressure will […]
Answer: The greater the water pressure, the better the quantity and quality of the water produced by a Reverse Osmosis system. Water pressure of 60 psi is ideal. To maintain a constant 60 PSI you should consider including a booster pump. It is the pressure of the incoming water that forces the water through the […]
Answer: H2O Splash Instructions – Frequently there is an extra hole for the mounting of sprayers, various types of dispensers or even adding an extra faucet. Should your sink not have an additional pre-drilled hole, use the following procedure. Select a Location for the Faucet. Start by checking under the sink to make sure there […]
