WMAS Discussion Forum : RO System

WMAS Discussion Forum : RO System http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:29:52 +0000 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:14:42 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=32263 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[RO System : tazman1982 wrote: JayTee...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292426&title=ro-system#292426 Author: JayTee
Subject: 32263
Posted: April 04 2009 at 11:14am

tazman1982 wrote:

JayTee wrote:

I pruchased my 4 stage RO unit at a LFS for around $160, but that was about 5 years ago, but I still get Zero TDS and have yet to replace a single piece of media in the unit.

I understand your concern though. My RO unit produces about 25% pure H2O, and 75% effluent that goes down the drain.

that is why your clean water output is so low. the media is so clogged with crap from 5 years, you spend 60 bucks get all new filters and it will be more effecinat, and get your TDS meter calibrated, I promise it is off. after 5 years it is bound to be off.

Thanks Tazman. I have pondered if that is in fact the case. And being 5 years since i had it new, I dont remember what the ratio of clean/rejected water was back then.

As for the TDS meter, I have it tested at a reputable LFS, so I can only assume that it is calibrated accurately. Regardless, thanks for the input.

]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:14:42 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292426&title=ro-system#292426 <![CDATA[RO System : stormstorm1 wrote:Now the question...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292424&title=ro-system#292424 Author: tazman1982
Subject: 32263
Posted: April 04 2009 at 11:00am

stormstorm1 wrote:

Now the question is use ro water or not I have had several members tell me they use tap water and well water would not be any different any input. I save money on this I can get a bigger tank Thanks for any help

I have used tap water ran through a brita water filter (30 dollars) for the last year and have had no problems, no algea blooms or sick animals or coral.

I did just purchase my first RO/DI unit for 70$ and it will be here on moday and I will have to let you know If I start seeing a diffrence. I know it will be some time to see one if any. But I finaly bit the line and got one, I know it can't hurt having one.

]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:00:06 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292424&title=ro-system#292424 <![CDATA[RO System : JayTee wrote:I pruchased my...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292421&title=ro-system#292421 Author: tazman1982
Subject: 32263
Posted: April 04 2009 at 10:56am

JayTee wrote:

I pruchased my 4 stage RO unit at a LFS for around $160, but that was about 5 years ago, but I still get Zero TDS and have yet to replace a single piece of media in the unit.

I understand your concern though. My RO unit produces about 25% pure H2O, and 75% effluent that goes down the drain.

]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2009 10:56:18 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292421&title=ro-system#292421 <![CDATA[RO System : I pruchased my 4 stage RO unit...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292419&title=ro-system#292419 Author: JayTee
Subject: 32263
Posted: April 04 2009 at 10:50am

I pruchased my 4 stage RO unit at a LFS for around $160, but that was about 5 years ago, but I still get Zero TDS and have yet to replace a single piece of media in the unit.

Also, tap water may be fine for fish only, but from what I have been warned of, it can contain a lot of heavies, depending on where you live. Just make sure you dechlorinate it.

I think I would stay away from using tap water if you are on a well system though.

I understand your concern though. My RO unit produces about 25% pure H2O, and 75% effluent that goes down the drain.

]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2009 10:50:54 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292419&title=ro-system#292419 <![CDATA[RO System : Now the question is use ro water...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292413&title=ro-system#292413 Author: stormstorm1
Subject: 32263
Posted: April 04 2009 at 10:20am

Now the question is use ro water or not I have had several members tell me they use tap water and well water would not be any different any input. I save money on this I can get a bigger tank Thanks for any help]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2009 10:20:15 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292413&title=ro-system#292413 <![CDATA[RO System : Now the question is use ro water...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292411&title=ro-system#292411 Author: stormstorm1
Subject: 32263
Posted: April 04 2009 at 10:19am

Now the question is use ro water or not I have had several members tell me they use tap water and well water would not be any different any input. I save money on this I can get a bigger tank Thanks for any help]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2009 10:19:46 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=292411&title=ro-system#292411 <![CDATA[RO System : thanks for that link John~ I just...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=291849&title=ro-system#291849 Author: tazman1982
Subject: 32263
Posted: April 01 2009 at 1:55pm

thanks for that link John~ I just got mine from there. I have been an advocate for not needing a RO+DI system but, I am willing to try it at thoes prices! DANG!]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:55:47 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=291849&title=ro-system#291849 <![CDATA[RO System : i got mine from www.purewaterclub.comi...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=291739&title=ro-system#291739 Author: john hill
Subject: 32263
Posted: March 31 2009 at 8:47pm

i got mine from www.purewaterclub.com i have had it for 2 years with no problems]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:47:47 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=291739&title=ro-system#291739 <![CDATA[RO System : I have the one from bulk reef...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=291729&title=ro-system#291729 Author: tcfab
Subject: 32263
Posted: March 31 2009 at 8:03pm

I have the one from bulk reef supply and really like it.]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:03:59 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=291729&title=ro-system#291729 <![CDATA[RO System : So - - - what did you decide to...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=291673&title=ro-system#291673 Author: Shane H
Subject: 32263
Posted: March 31 2009 at 1:55pm

So - - - what did you decide to do? Do you need more information?]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2009 13:55:34 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32263&PID=291673&title=ro-system#291673