Water Purifiers & Cartridges
Water Purifiers and Cartridges
Mains water contains Cholrine and many hard metals, just simply are not healthy or productive for a healthy and balanced nitrogen cycle. The water purifiers we offer are suited to the task of protecting our Koi from the harmful elements with our public water systems. They are, naturally, not intended for use as drinking water purifiers for human consumption.
As all fishkeepers know, it is necessary to remove chlorine and other impurities from tap water when introducing it to a pond or aquarium. Failure to do this can result in fish health problems and it also adversely affects the growth of beneficial bacteria in all filters. The most common method of de-chlorination is to add chemical treatments to break down the chlorine.
This method is costly and can require accurate measurement of the amount of water to be treated. The De-Tox de-chlorinator simply connects in-line to a hose pipe with standard hose fittings (supplied). The De-Tox carbon filter removes the toxins in tap water prior to it coming into contact with your fish and filters.
To have effective water purification it is best to allow for very slow flow rates. The longer the water takes to pass through the purifier, the greater the benefits of the purification system.
A flow rate of one to two gallons per minute should adequately remove any nasty impurities and the water can safely be added directly into the filtration system or the pond.
FAQ: Water Purifiers and Dechlorinators
Q: Do I really need to remove chlorine from tap water?
Yes. Chlorine is toxic to fish and also kills the beneficial bacteria that maintain your pond’s biological balance.
Q: Can this purifier be used for drinking water?
No. These units are designed specifically for pond and aquarium use and are not certified for human drinking water.
Q: Is an inline purifier better than chemical dechlorinator?
Many pond keepers prefer inline carbon filters because they automatically treat water without measuring chemicals and can be more cost-effective long term.
Q: What flow rate should I use?
For best results, maintain a slow flow of 1–2 gallons per minute. Faster flow reduces contact time and purification efficiency.
Q: How often should the carbon cartridge be replaced?
Replacement frequency depends on water usage and chlorine levels, but typically cartridges are changed periodically to maintain optimal performance.
Q: Can I add the purified water directly to my pond?
Yes. When operated at the recommended flow rate, the treated water is safe to add directly to your pond or filtration system.
