ro/di systems

[jamie]

hi guys, anyone have a good recommendation for a ro/di system. think it wil be my next big purchase. i dont mind spending a tad bit more for some extra bells and whistles, but im not trying to break the bank either. they're just so many to choose from, was thinking of getting a 4 stage one at least. . they have a 6 stage on BRS for less than 300 bucks. i usually do a 2.5 gallon water change on my 30 every week. sometimes 2 twice if im messing round with the tank. the lfs i like to go to is 20 miles one way. so its not close. thanks

 

[dpc goes west]

I would highly recommend one.
i got one for my 30gal and the filters last forever. Thats with me doing 5 gal changes each week plus top off water.

this is the one i went with and no complaints. comes with 2 TDS meters to monitor, a flush valve and your auto stopper.
https://www.marinedepot.com/spectrapure-maxcap-ro-di-system-w-manual-flush-90-gpd

Also once you buy from marinedepot, any filter replacements for the life of the unit are 15% off.

 

[bluprntguy]

I have the same spectrapure RODI. The flush valve and the built in pressure gauge are nice additions. Similar in cost to BRS systems with a few extra features.

 

[jamie]

will i still need some kind of pump, or just a line to the faucet?

 

[Coral reefer]

will i still need some kind of pump, or just a line to the faucet?

Depends on the pressure you get from the faucet.

 

[xcaret]

will i still need some kind of pump, or just a line to the faucet?

The pressure gauge will show if you need to add a booster pump. You can get a pressure gauge from the plumbing department at HD/Lowe's to test the faucet where you intent to use as feed for your RO unit so you know beforehand

 

[jamie]

ahh thanks

 

[Wlachnit]

I would bet that you will have enough pressure to run it without a booster pump. It may not be as efficient, but for your small volumes it should be fine.