{"product_id":"aquatic-life-classic-sediment-carbon-plus-filtration-unit","title":"Aquatic Life Classic Sediment \u0026 Carbon Plus Filtration Unit","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#1a1a1a;max-width:860px;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#E0F7FA;border-left:4px solid #006064;padding:10px 14px;margin:0 0 14px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial order item.\u003c\/strong\u003e We bring this in from Aquatic Life's distributor once you place your order, so please allow a little extra lead time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAquatic Life Classic Sediment \u0026amp; Carbon Plus Filtration Unit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact two-stage system that removes sediment and reduces chlorine and chloramine before the water reaches your aquarium or RO\/DI system. It is a practical first step for cleaner freshwater aquarium water and an effective pretreatment stage that helps protect an RO membrane from disinfectants and debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding or upgrading a purification setup? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/rodi-systems-reverse-osmosis\"\u003eRO\/DI systems and reverse osmosis collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFF8E1;border-left:4px solid #F9A825;padding:10px 14px;margin:14px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not operate the unit unattended or above 80 PSI. This unit reduces sediment, chlorine, and chloramine, but it does not replace an RO membrane or DI stage when zero-TDS water is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-micron sediment stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captures dirt, sand, silt, rust, and other particulate matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.5-micron Carbon Plus stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces both chlorine and chloramine before they can damage an RO membrane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh chloramine capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for greater than 98% chloramine reduction at 3 ppm for 3,000 gallons at 0.5 GPM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh chlorine capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for greater than 99% chlorine reduction at 2 ppm for 30,000 gallons at 0.5 GPM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard replaceable cartridges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses serviceable sediment and Carbon Plus cartridges inside full-size canister housings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes tubing and both straight and angled press fittings so the water path can be routed to suit the installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:640px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e540723\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration stages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e5-micron sediment and 0.5-micron Carbon Plus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e0.5 GPM for stated chlorine and chloramine reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e65 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e80 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e40 to 100°F, optimal 77°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e10.75 x 6 x 16.88 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eApproximately 7.1 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e810957017231\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #DDD;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSpecial order\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-canister filtration unit and mounting bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-micron sediment cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.5-micron Carbon Plus chlorine and chloramine cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubing, straight fittings, angled fittings, and canister wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the sediment cartridge every 3 to 6 months or after about 3,500 gallons. Replace the Carbon Plus cartridge after about 3,000 gallons when treating 3 ppm chloramine. Actual service life varies with local water quality, contaminant levels, pressure, and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquatic-life-mixed-bed-resin-di-cartridge\"\u003eAquatic Life Mixed Bed Resin DI Cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e for final polishing to zero TDS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/dow-filmtec-ro-membrane\"\u003eDow Filmtec RO Membrane\u003c\/a\u003e for the reverse osmosis stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hm-digital-tds-3-handheld-tds-meter\"\u003eHM Digital TDS-3 Meter\u003c\/a\u003e for checking source and purified water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/squeakys-aquatics-adjustable-ro-float-valve\"\u003eAdjustable RO Float Valve\u003c\/a\u003e for automatic storage-container shutoff.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this unit make zero-TDS water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a sediment, chlorine, and chloramine pretreatment system. 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