It is impossible to determine the quality of water by taste, smell or color. Often drinking water in the tap contains various impurities that adversely affect he alth: iron, chlorine, phenol, pesticides. Pathogenic bacteria also often end up in drinking water.
Filter tips
It is possible to find out indicators of water only in chemical laboratories. This will greatly help in choosing a filter for your home. If the choice is made between European and domestic water purification systems, then it is better to give preference to the latter, since not all manufacturers from EU countries take into account the peculiarities of our water.
Aquaphor, a water filter company that has been proven for two decades, offers a wide range of products. Previously, jug filters were in great demand, and today the Aquaphor flow filter for water is considered the most popular. Trunk lines are also in demand, but their scope is not so wide.
Flow filters
A distinctive feature of the unit is the installationunder the sink Such water purifiers are small in size, excellent in all respects for apartments. For an average family, an Aquaphor flow-through water filter will be enough for a year of active use.
Coconut fiber activated carbon is used as the filter material. It has good sorption qualities - it absorbs harmful substances and impurities like a sponge. Filters with a separate tap are additionally equipped with Aqualen material, which was developed by Aquaphor employees using their own technology. It includes active silver ions for water disinfection.
Features of the Aquaphor Trio filter
To purify dirty water that comes from a well or a well, filters with a propylene cartridge would be the most suitable option. One of these devices is the Aquaphor Trio flow water filter. Its purpose is to retain particles of sand, silt and rust up to 0.8 microns in size. It also serves as a pre-cleaner before filtering the water in the carbon cartridge. The cost of a propylene cartridge is low, but it needs to be changed more often than once a year.
The Aquaphor Trio filter is divided into 5 types:
- "Aquaphor Trio";
- "Aquaphor Trio Softening";
- "Aquaphor Trio Fe";
- "Aquaphor Trio Norma Softening";
- "Aquaphor Trio Fe H".
For flow filters, it is very important that there are no large particles in the incoming water that willclog fine filters. Therefore, if the filter does not have a pre-treatment cartridge, a water pre-treatment system must be installed.
As for the performance of the Aquaphor water filter, an average of 3 liters of water will be filtered per minute. This is enough even for restaurants, preschools and schools.
The Aquaphor flow-through water filter, which is difficult to find negative reviews, will last at least 10 years. The domestic company for the production of water treatment systems occupies a third of the water treatment market. The assortment is also presented in 47 countries of the world and is popular. Filtration quality is confirmed by European certificates.
Replacement cartridges
The Aquaphor Trio water filter cartridge is designed for 6 thousand liters of water. Its replacement will not be difficult for either a young girl or an elderly person. The undoubted advantage is the fact that a cartridge of a certain direction can be picked up in the body of this filter. For example, to soften water or clean it from iron impurities.
Main filters
Main filters are installed mainly in private homes, where water is supplied from a well or a well. This type of water purification system is built directly into the water main. It is advisable to immediately put the filter on cold and hot water. If the body of the water purifier is made of plastic, then it is strictly forbidden to install a cold water filter to filter hot water. A stainless steel option is considered universal, which is suitable for any water.
Principles of cleaning the main filter
Flow-through main water filters "Aquaphor" are produced from one stage of purification to three. The most optimal will be a three-stage cleaning, since each stage has its own purpose:
- Mechanical cleaning. It implies the removal of clay, sand, rust and other large particles from the water.
- Chemical cleaning. These include filters that soften water, purifying it from magnesium and calcium s alts. If desired, you can purchase a filter aimed at purifying water from iron.
- Biological treatment. At this stage, the water is exposed to ultraviolet light for disinfection. It can be used to prepare baby food and drink without boiling.
Line-type filters can filter 20-50 liters of water in 1 minute, while the water pressure should be from 0.1 to 0.5 bar.
Main flow filters "Aquaphor" is the best solution for protecting household appliances from premature failure, s alt deposits on the details of washing machines. Water purified in this way is safe for humans and has a beneficial effect on the appearance of skin and hair.
Disadvantages of mainline water treatment systems
- The first stage filter (or pre-filter) is replaced on average once every 3 months.
- Installing and replacing cartridgesproduced only by experts.
- Normal system performance is only possible at temperatures above 0 degrees.
- High cost.
But the cost and repair of household appliances is much more than all these shortcomings. There is no need to save on water filters, as the quality of cleaning may suffer, and the device itself will not last long.
