8 Stages Of Filters In RO Systems
First Filter Stage: S-PP20-BC
S - PP20 - BC – Bacteriostatic, mechanical cartridge made of non - woven polypropylene fabric. It constitutes the first stage of filtration in RO systems. It removes mechanical contaminants not smaller than 20 microns from water
Second Filter Stage: S-BL
S - BL is a perfect quality carbon block. It removes chlorine and organic substances from water, thus protecting the osmotic membrane against harmful effects of chlorine.
Third Filter Stage: S-PP5-BC
S - PP5 - BC is a bacteriostatic, mechanical cartridge made of non-woven polypropylene fabric, which constitutes the last stage of pre-filtration. It stops mechanical contaminants not smaller than 5 microns.
Fourth Filter Stage: Pentair Osmotic Membrane
The fourth stage of filtration is osmotic membrane, which is the main filtering component of every RO system. Reverse osmosis consists of separation of water particles from other compounds diluted in it using semi-permeable membrane – this is a process opposite to natural osmosis process taking place in living cells. The membrane stops 96-98% organic and non-organic contaminants diluted in water, bacteria and various viruses. The semi-permeable osmotic membrane is composed of multiple layers wound on a perforated mandrel located inside the membrane. Contaminated water is pushed to the membrane surface under pressure, where water particles permeate microscopic pores of the membrane. Contaminants are separated and discharged to a drain.
- It removes 96-98% of all contaminants from water, including bacteria and viruses.
- High performance 100 GPD (378 I/24h)
- Original membrane made by PENTAIR™/USA
Fifth Filter Stage: Linear Cartridges 2"
Linear cartridges 2" filled with activated carbon produced from coconut shells. Used after the osmotic filtration process. They provide water with perfect taste and smell. They are intended for cold drink water treatment. The cartridges are equipped with an end filter that prevents the escape of deposit particles outside the cartridge. They have a built-in quick-release coupling that makes assembly simple and quick. Moreover, they do not require use of additional sealants, such as “Teflon tape”.
- They contain high quality activated carbon produced from coconut shells;
- Improve taste and aroma of water;
- They reduce chlorine and organic substances, they remove chlorine derivative pesticides;
- They do not require use of sealants (Teflon tape);
Sixth Filter Stage: S-L-MIN-QC Linear mineralizing cartridge
Currently, 2" S-L-MIN-QC linear cartridge is the best mineralizing cartridge available on the market. It efficiently enriches water with elements necessary for the human body, such as: calcium and magnesium. S-L-MIN-QC have built-in quick-release coupling, which makes assembly of the cartridge fast and easy.
- They contain high quality mineralizing deposit, which enriches water with elements such as: calcium and magnesium;
- Perfect water mineralization;
- QC 1/4" connection (quick-release coupling), direct connection with a tube;
- They do not require use of sealants (Teflon tape);
*Included in RO-6;RO-7 and RO-8 Premium
Seventh Filter Stage: S-L-FIR - Linear bio-ceramic cartridge
Healthy and ionized water in your house. S-L-FIR is probably the best ionizing cartridge available on the market.
2" linear energizing cartridges filled with bio-ceramic balls. Used after the osmotic filtration process. The cartridges emit radiation of 2,000 ni/cm3. FIR infrared radiation leads to breakdown of large water clusters into smaller ones, and, therefore, to faster and more efficient hydration, as well as quicker removal of toxins from the body.
Drinking water subjected to FIR energizing process contributes to the improvement of the general body condition, resistance to infections, and metabolism.
- Emission up to 2000 ni/cm3;
- Faster removal of toxins from the body;
*Included in RO-7 and RO-8 Premium
Eighth Filter Stage: S-L-FIR-BIO (SUPREME / BIOCERA) - Linear water ionizer
The linear water ionizer S-L-FIR-BIO raises the pH of water, ionizes and alkalizes water (scavenges free radicals). Lowers ORP potential, reduces water clusters, and also enriches water with mineral elements such as calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium.
The product is available for sale in the version with quick connection type QM, making replacement of the cartridge is very fast and easy. The QM connection eliminates the need for "Teflon tape" and other sealants.
- Produces healthy water with reduced potential ORP (- 750 mV), and a higher pH (11.5)*
- Enriches water with mineral elements such as calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium. Level of mineralization: 30 - 40 ppm.
- Effectively sweeps away free radicals responsible for the aging of our body and the formation of many diseases.
- Reduces water clusters to 52 Hz
*pH and ORP values may differ from those presented in the chart and depend on the quality of raw water.
**Available only for RO-8 Premium
Drinking water problems
Sediments
They contribute to disorders of gastrointestinal tract functions.
Chlorine
It contributes to reduction of the content of unsaturated fatty acids in the human body, and is responsible for malignant cancers of the urinary bladder and rectum (straight intestine). It may cause cirrhosis, thyroid tumours. Chlorine is also responsible for reduction of skin resistance (cracks, dryness), mucous membrane irritation, chest discomfort responsible for asthma.
Water hardness
It causes excessive drying of skin. Consuming water of high content of calcium and magnesium ions may cause kidney stones or gallbladder stones.
Iron
High content of iron in water may negatively impact health. A toxic dose for an adult is 15 g of iron sulphate /II/, and 6-10 g in case of children.
Heavy metals
Arsenic (As): abdominal pains, vomiting and diarrhoea associated with bladder cancer, respiratory system damage, inflammation of mucous membranes of eyes, nose, throat, skin, kidneys, liver and prostate, damage to the central nervous system.
Cadmium (Cd): nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, muscular contractions, damage to the liver, kidneys, bones, heart muscle, hypertension, deformation of bones and skeleton.
Chromium (Cr): skin irritation, ulceration, damage to the liver, kidneys, nervous tissues. Copper (Cu): physical and mental development disorders, damage to the liver and kidneys, damage to the heart muscle.
Lead (Pb): physical and mental development disorders, damage to the heart muscle, anemia, negative impact on the nervous system.
Mercury (Hg): damage to the kidneys, damage to the brain tissue, damage to the heart muscle, miscarriages, toxic impact on fetus diagnosed after birth: hearing and eyesight disorders, learning difficulties.
Bacteria and viruses
They are responsible for digestive tract diseases, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
Reverse Osmosis Water filtration systems remove all of them, leaving healthy, crystal clear water at your home!