10 stages of protection against major water contaminants!
Stage 1
100 micron sponge filter. Traps larger solids (sediments) such as rust.
Stage 2
8 oz. of KDF-55. KDF-55 is a patented alloy. It removes free Chlorine and some Heavy Metals, thereby prolonging the life of the filter and is an excellent Bacteriostat.
Stage 3
10 micron felt pad. Removes smaller floating solids and separates the layers, preserving their integrity.
Stage 4
30 cubic inches of ultra fine mesh superior coconut shell Granulated Activated Carbon, “G.A.C..” G.A.C. has long been accepted by the E.P.A. and others as the premier, cost-effective way to remove Chlorine, bad odor and color from drinking water. G.A.C. also removes Organic Contaminants such as Pesticides, Herbicides, Arsenic, Mercury and Trihalomethanes,a Cancer-causing Organic Pollutant.
Stage 5
10 micron felt pad for Fine Sediment Removal.
Stage 6
7 cubic inches of ion exchange resin.This resin has an exceptional affinity for Lead, and removes Lead to below minimum E.P.A. standards.
Stage 7
Additional 10 micron felt pad provides an extra buffer againstFloating Sediment of any kind.
Stage 8
7 cubic inch bed of G.A.C.. Provides extra protection againstCancer-causing Organic Pollutants.
Stage 9
3 oz. of calcite. Calcite raises the water’s pH, which lowers acidity and increases alkalinity, which many nutritionists recommend.
Stage 10
1 micron absolute depth filter. A filter with a micron rating this small screens outcysts and protozoa, (including Giardia and Cryptosporidium),and gives the filtered water a sparkling clarity.
