Since I've been in the hobby I've owned a total of 5 RO/DI units. I've only been in the hobby for about 3 years, so that should speak tons in itself.
I figured it was time to spoil myself a bit. I wanted an inline TDS meter, inline pump, a pressure guage, and backflushing system already installed. These were criteria I wanted, and that was just my baseline.
So, browsing around the internet (as we all do) I ran THIS unit on one of our sponsor website. Aquarium Specialty to be exact. This one had all I wanted, and more; so, I bought it.
First thing that comes to mind when unveiling was the size of the booster pump! It is clear that it should last awhile! I'm getting 100psi with it, and water gushes while keeping 0 TDS readings. Very happy with that!
I have a guage on my emergency backup RO/DI under the sink, but it's water based. The oil guage on the Vertex is an added plus! Those with water based ones switching to oil will see what I mean. There's no "needle jiggling" effect with this thing! Just a nice, steady reading that doesn't spawn an epileptic attack. Who would have thunk that something so minute would be such a big deal in the end?
Now, here's the fun one... I didn't understand it all too well until I set the thing up last night. It has a "processor controlled digital output TDS meter" already attached to it. This unit not only measures your TDS, but it also conducts automatic backflushes to prevent "TDS creep." Great news for the longetivity of my unit and filters, and less "things" that I have to remember to do. Did I mention that it's commercial grade, too?
Another fantastic additive is that this unit only creates waste water at a 1:1 ratio to the pure water you create. All of my previous units were 3:1 or 4:1 (waste
ure), at least. More water came out of my waste line than that of my "clean" line. As a beginner hobbyist, that was a bit unnerving, but something I learned to deal with. Now, I'm feeling a little "greener," and I'm sure my water bill will thank me in the long run.
So, that being said, I'm very happy with this purchase. Scott and Kelly, over at Aquarium Specialty, are always pleasant to deal with and I'm sure this will be another one of those transactions that will keep me going back to them for my aquarium needs.
Pictures:
Packed up very well.
Bottle in there for size reference (and my treat after 15mins of work).
Mounted to the wall.
The test run. No leaks thanks to excellent fittings.
Up close. 0 PPM readings off the cuff.
100 psi!
Water just spews out! I started the water this morning at 8:30AM and my bucket is over half full already. (It's a 32 or 33g Brute).
I did this review because a buddy of mine was interested in this unit. I hope this helps bro! Also, I hope it helps anyone else out there looking for a nice RO/DI unit. If you have any questions please don't hesitate.
I figured it was time to spoil myself a bit. I wanted an inline TDS meter, inline pump, a pressure guage, and backflushing system already installed. These were criteria I wanted, and that was just my baseline.
So, browsing around the internet (as we all do) I ran THIS unit on one of our sponsor website. Aquarium Specialty to be exact. This one had all I wanted, and more; so, I bought it.
First thing that comes to mind when unveiling was the size of the booster pump! It is clear that it should last awhile! I'm getting 100psi with it, and water gushes while keeping 0 TDS readings. Very happy with that!
I have a guage on my emergency backup RO/DI under the sink, but it's water based. The oil guage on the Vertex is an added plus! Those with water based ones switching to oil will see what I mean. There's no "needle jiggling" effect with this thing! Just a nice, steady reading that doesn't spawn an epileptic attack. Who would have thunk that something so minute would be such a big deal in the end?
Now, here's the fun one... I didn't understand it all too well until I set the thing up last night. It has a "processor controlled digital output TDS meter" already attached to it. This unit not only measures your TDS, but it also conducts automatic backflushes to prevent "TDS creep." Great news for the longetivity of my unit and filters, and less "things" that I have to remember to do. Did I mention that it's commercial grade, too?
Another fantastic additive is that this unit only creates waste water at a 1:1 ratio to the pure water you create. All of my previous units were 3:1 or 4:1 (waste
ure), at least. More water came out of my waste line than that of my "clean" line. As a beginner hobbyist, that was a bit unnerving, but something I learned to deal with. Now, I'm feeling a little "greener," and I'm sure my water bill will thank me in the long run.So, that being said, I'm very happy with this purchase. Scott and Kelly, over at Aquarium Specialty, are always pleasant to deal with and I'm sure this will be another one of those transactions that will keep me going back to them for my aquarium needs.
Pictures:
Packed up very well.
Bottle in there for size reference (and my treat after 15mins of work).
Mounted to the wall.
The test run. No leaks thanks to excellent fittings.
Up close. 0 PPM readings off the cuff.
100 psi!
Water just spews out! I started the water this morning at 8:30AM and my bucket is over half full already. (It's a 32 or 33g Brute).
I did this review because a buddy of mine was interested in this unit. I hope this helps bro! Also, I hope it helps anyone else out there looking for a nice RO/DI unit. If you have any questions please don't hesitate.
