What makes a great water filter? Low cost. Wide protection. Local availability. Easily portable. Here are some suggestions to help achive cleaner drinking water.

1 Micron Filter Pad removes:

• Cyrptosporidium Giardia
• Sediment

Activated Alumina removes:

• Fluoride Arsenic

KDF Filter removes:

• Heavy Metals
• Kills Microorganisms

Carbon Filter removes:

• Chlorine Chloramine
• Endocrine Disruptors
• Pharmaceutical Drugs
• Pesticides
• Disinfection By-Products
• Improves Taste

Dual Filter Housings

For extended coverage a second housing can be added to increase the filter's life span to 1600 gallons when treating chlorinated municiple water.

Under-Sink Water Filter Systems

The next option is to install these same filter housings under the sink. Since 10 inch filter housings are standard sized, it's base stand is interchangable with a bracket for mounting the filter in a cabnet near the sink.

Also needed for under-sink filter installation:

1. Water faucet that fits a standard .75 inch sink opening, that might replace a sprayer hose, or soap dispenser.

2. T-connector, or saddle valve, for tapping into the cold water line.

3. Plumbing experience, or consider hiring a professional plumber.

Filter Parts and Pieces

	Water filter manufactures have reported how a "button type" diverter valve, shown here, is less likely to fail in the long run, verses a "lever type" diverter valve.
	Standard 9.75" filter cartridges make it easier to find local replacements at most home hardware stores.
	"Off the shelf" filter media can target specific contamination concerns. Example shown: 1 Micron Filter Pad 15% Activated alumina 15% KDF 70% GAC Carbon Estimated lifespan, 6-12 months, approximately 800 gallons when treating typical chlorinated municipal water. Health Care Art Gallery - Editorial Policy - Privacy - Funding - Terms of Use - Contact Tweet