Like most equipment in this hobby, there are so many options and configurations, without a clear advantage over another.
At this point, I’ve narrowed it down to these two Spectrapure models.
My Needs: ~15 Gal/Week. Wanting to connect into a sink faucet/tap as needed; not a permanent set-up.
Seems like the first is a better value, but is there something I’m missing/not understanding?
Is Chloramine a big issue - some say yes, some say no – What’s the local group thoughts/(on Denver Water - in Centennial area)?
Seems like long term cost would be higher with the extra stage, is it worth it? Or would the extra filter extend life of membrane?
Recommendations for a comparable unit in the same price?
The models:
$319.00 $178.99
NEW!! Chloramine Removal 90-GPD RO/DI System
http://spectrapure.com/RO-RODI/RODI-SYSTEMS/Chloramine-Removal-90-GPD-RO-DI-System
OVERVIEW:
SpectraPure® 90gpd Chloramine Removal 5-Stage RO/DI System is configured for use in areas with high chlorine / chloramine levels. This system incorporates 3-Stages of Pre-Filtration starting with a 0.5 micron MicroTec™ Sediment Filter and followed by a 1 micron carbon and then a 0.5 micron Carbon Block Filter, a SpectraPure high-silicate removal TFC membrane, and finally a high-capacity SilicaBuster™ SuperDI 10 inch DI cartridge. The triple-probe TDS Meter monitors RO membrane feed, RO membrane product, and DI water, so you can be always be assured of Zero-TDS water. Ultra-high purity and long membrane life – despite harsh feed water conditions, this system maximizes pure water production through application of laboratory grade resins used in our specialty deionization cartridges.
FEATURES:
* 3-Stage Pre-Filter Specially Configured for High-Chlorine/Chloramine locales
* 3-Probe TDS Meter ... Monitors Membrane Feed, RO, & DI Product Waters
* 0.5um MicroTec Sediment Cartridge, 1um & 0.5um Carbon Block Cartridges
* 90-GPD RO Stage w/ SpectraPure Standard Batch-Tested TFC RO Membrane
* High-Capacity SpectraPure SilicaBusterTM SuperDI De-Ionization Stage
* Pressure Gauge Monitors Membrane Feed Pressure & Pre-Filter Status
* Sturdy High-Quality Powder Coated Metal Bracket
* Includes Tubing, Garden Hose Adapter, & Filter Wrench
OR
$219.95 $189.99
CSPDI Standard 90-GPD RO/DI System
http://spectrapure.com/RO-RODI/RODI-SYSTEMS/CSPDI-Standard-90-GPD-RO-DI-System
OVERVIEW:
SpectraPure® 90gpd CSPDI™ 4-Stage RO/DI System incorporates a high-silicate removal TFC membrane, 0.5 micron MicroTec™ Sediment Filter, 0.5 micron Carbon Block Filter, and a SilicaBuster™ Standard 10 inch DI cartridge. The dual-probe TDS Meter monitors the output of the RO membrane, as well as the final DI water. You can be always be assured of Zero-TDS water. Ultra-high purity water at an economical price, this system maximizes pure water production through application of laboratory grade resins used in our specialty deionization cartridges.
FEATURES:
- 90 gallon per day, high-rejection thin-film composite Reverse Osmosis membrane
- Ultra-pure water and extended membrane life
- SilicaBuster™ DI Cartridge with semiconductor grade resins
- Long-life high-efficiency 0.5 MicroTec™ micron sediment filter
- 0.5 micron Carbon Block Pre-Filter with 20,000 ppm-gallons chlorine removal capacity.
- Dual-probe TDS Meter
- Tri-color custom pressure gauge indicates when to change prefilters
- Clear filter housings
- Durable, no rust mounting bracket
- 6-foot feed tubing, 8-foot product and waste lines included
- Housing wrench for easy filter removal
- Garden hose adapter for tap water hookup
- Dimensions: 15in x 7in x 16in
- 3-year warranty
At this point, I’ve narrowed it down to these two Spectrapure models.
My Needs: ~15 Gal/Week. Wanting to connect into a sink faucet/tap as needed; not a permanent set-up.
Seems like the first is a better value, but is there something I’m missing/not understanding?
Is Chloramine a big issue - some say yes, some say no – What’s the local group thoughts/(on Denver Water - in Centennial area)?
Seems like long term cost would be higher with the extra stage, is it worth it? Or would the extra filter extend life of membrane?
Recommendations for a comparable unit in the same price?
The models:
$319.00 $178.99
NEW!! Chloramine Removal 90-GPD RO/DI System
http://spectrapure.com/RO-RODI/RODI-SYSTEMS/Chloramine-Removal-90-GPD-RO-DI-System
OVERVIEW:
SpectraPure® 90gpd Chloramine Removal 5-Stage RO/DI System is configured for use in areas with high chlorine / chloramine levels. This system incorporates 3-Stages of Pre-Filtration starting with a 0.5 micron MicroTec™ Sediment Filter and followed by a 1 micron carbon and then a 0.5 micron Carbon Block Filter, a SpectraPure high-silicate removal TFC membrane, and finally a high-capacity SilicaBuster™ SuperDI 10 inch DI cartridge. The triple-probe TDS Meter monitors RO membrane feed, RO membrane product, and DI water, so you can be always be assured of Zero-TDS water. Ultra-high purity and long membrane life – despite harsh feed water conditions, this system maximizes pure water production through application of laboratory grade resins used in our specialty deionization cartridges.
FEATURES:
* 3-Stage Pre-Filter Specially Configured for High-Chlorine/Chloramine locales
* 3-Probe TDS Meter ... Monitors Membrane Feed, RO, & DI Product Waters
* 0.5um MicroTec Sediment Cartridge, 1um & 0.5um Carbon Block Cartridges
* 90-GPD RO Stage w/ SpectraPure Standard Batch-Tested TFC RO Membrane
* High-Capacity SpectraPure SilicaBusterTM SuperDI De-Ionization Stage
* Pressure Gauge Monitors Membrane Feed Pressure & Pre-Filter Status
* Sturdy High-Quality Powder Coated Metal Bracket
* Includes Tubing, Garden Hose Adapter, & Filter Wrench
OR
$219.95 $189.99
CSPDI Standard 90-GPD RO/DI System
http://spectrapure.com/RO-RODI/RODI-SYSTEMS/CSPDI-Standard-90-GPD-RO-DI-System
OVERVIEW:
SpectraPure® 90gpd CSPDI™ 4-Stage RO/DI System incorporates a high-silicate removal TFC membrane, 0.5 micron MicroTec™ Sediment Filter, 0.5 micron Carbon Block Filter, and a SilicaBuster™ Standard 10 inch DI cartridge. The dual-probe TDS Meter monitors the output of the RO membrane, as well as the final DI water. You can be always be assured of Zero-TDS water. Ultra-high purity water at an economical price, this system maximizes pure water production through application of laboratory grade resins used in our specialty deionization cartridges.
FEATURES:
- 90 gallon per day, high-rejection thin-film composite Reverse Osmosis membrane
- Ultra-pure water and extended membrane life
- SilicaBuster™ DI Cartridge with semiconductor grade resins
- Long-life high-efficiency 0.5 MicroTec™ micron sediment filter
- 0.5 micron Carbon Block Pre-Filter with 20,000 ppm-gallons chlorine removal capacity.
- Dual-probe TDS Meter
- Tri-color custom pressure gauge indicates when to change prefilters
- Clear filter housings
- Durable, no rust mounting bracket
- 6-foot feed tubing, 8-foot product and waste lines included
- Housing wrench for easy filter removal
- Garden hose adapter for tap water hookup
- Dimensions: 15in x 7in x 16in
- 3-year warranty
