Water Filter Introduction

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The water filter systems work on a simple principle: dirty water in, clean water out. The cleaning is done in between by a single filter or a combination of filters. Among the filter systems that are used to clean water are:

1. Charcoal filters: Charcoal filters are the most common filters. The charcoal is made from coconut husks and absorbs the impurities present in water. These filters are used in almost 95% of all water filters. This is because they are simple to install, relatively cheap and remove most of the toxins found in the water. An average charcoal filter needs to be replaced after six to nine months. Some also use silver, which provides extra antibacterial protection.

2. Reverse osmosis water filters: These filters use a fine membrane to filter the water through an osmotic process. They stop or remove all particles present in the water, including essential minerals. The water that emerges post filtration is without doubt completely pure.

3. Distiller water filter: These filters basically heat water to its boiling point, using electricity. The impurities are left behind and the water is condensed back in a clean container. A lot of electricity is consumed and the supply of water is not immediate since it takes time to boil and cool.

4. Ionized water filters: Ionized water filters split water into alkaline and acidic water, using electrodes. The water breaks into the ratio - 70% alkaline water and 30% acidic. Both types have excellent properties. The alkaline ionized water is used for drinking and is a great antitoxin for the body. Acidic ionized water is used primarily for bathing and is supposedly anti-bacterial.

5. Ultraviolet water filters: These filters use an ultraviolet light to kill the bacteria in the water. They are used mostly in commercial establishments where trained professionals are at hand to service the unit.

6. Back flush water filters: Back flush filters are at par with charcoal filters, it is just that they are more hyped.

7. Magnetic water filters: These pass the water through a magnetic field to rearrange the ions. Such a rearrangement is not permanent and therefore all effects are temporary. This again is a much-hyped filter.

8. Energetic water filters: These filters are attached at the point where the water enters the house. They somewhat soften the water but do not change either the pH value or the charge of the water.

9. Pi water filter systems: These systems use a combination of sand bed and charcoal filtering along with magnetism, mineral addition and FIR energetic. This basically means that they energize your water by changing its molecular structure. They are like any countertop water filter systems but they also add healthy minerals to the water. The Pi water filter can be used for up to 3 years without having to replace the unit.