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Description
Iron can cause rusty color, metallic taste and reddish or orange staining at levels as low as 0.3 mg/L. The Crystal Quest Iron Filter Cartridge uses MetalX media to convert dissolved iron into particles and hold them inside the cartridge, with a spun polypropylene post-filter.
Highlights
- Granular MetalX media targets dissolved iron in well water and other groundwater
- Drop-in cartridge for a standard housing, with no backwashing, drain line or electricity
- Spun polypropylene post-filter and 1-micron end-cap pads help keep media in the cartridge
- Four sizes from 0.5 to 6 GPM, rated from 2,500 to 10,000 gallons at 3 ppm iron
- Serves as the first stage in Crystal Quest Metal Removal whole house cartridge systems
Details
Avermont Direct is an authorized Crystal Quest dealer. Dissolved iron is most common in groundwater with a pH below 7.0. This cartridge is the first stage in Crystal Quest Metal Removal Mini, Compact and Big Blue cartridge systems, and the 2-7/8" x 9-3/4" size also fits countertop and under-sink housings that accept it. Very high iron or a strong sulfur smell calls for a backwashing tank system instead, so choose the size that matches the cartridge you use now.
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| Sizes (Diameter x Height) | 2-7/8" x 9-3/4", 2-7/8" x 20", 4-5/8" x 9-3/4", 4-5/8" x 20" |
| Fits Housing | 2.5" x 10" / 2.5" x 20" / 5" x 10" Big Blue / 5" x 20" Big Blue (by size, in the order above) |
| Flow Rate | 0.5 GPM (1.9 lpm) / 2.5 GPM (9.4 lpm) / 3 GPM (11.4 lpm) / 6 GPM (22.7 lpm) |
| Capacity | 2,500 gal / 5,000 gal / 5,000 gal / 10,000 gal |
| Capacity Basis | 3 ppm iron and under 100 ppm hardness |
| Media | Granular MetalX (not a carbon block) |
| Post-Filter | Spun polypropylene |
| Construction | Polystyrene outer casing, polypropylene expansion pad, polypropylene end caps with 1-micron pads, Buna-N top gasket |
| Pressure Range | 30 to 60 psi (2.1 to 4.1 bar) |
| Temperature Range | 40 to 145 F (4.4 to 62.8 C) |
| Regeneration | None, replace the cartridge when spent |
| Pack Options | Single, pack of 2, pack of 4 |
- Sold as a replacement cartridge in the selected size and pack quantity, for use in a standard filter housing
- Hydrogen sulfide and manganese are named on the label, but capacity is rated for iron only
- Not designed to treat iron bacteria, bacteria and viruses, hardness, nitrate, arsenic or fluoride
- Use only on microbiologically safe water; run water for 5 to 10 minutes before first use
- Capacity is an estimate and depends on incoming water and usage
- Manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management
Shipping
- Orders of $200 or more ship free within the contiguous United States. Orders under $200 ship for a flat $9.99.
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- Backorder, Partial Backorder and Custom Order items are not covered by the 1–3 business day processing time. Their estimated restock or ship time is shown in the stock status on the product page before you order.
- Large items ship by freight and are typically delivered curbside. Smaller items ship by ground carrier such as FedEx or UPS.
- We ship to the 48 contiguous states. We do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii or P.O. boxes.
- Please inspect your delivery on arrival and report any concealed damage or missing parts within 24 hours.
Returns
- Returns can be requested within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused, uninstalled, in new resalable condition and in their original packaging, including the pallet if delivered on one.
- Approved returns are subject to a 15% restocking fee, and return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless the return is the result of our error.
- Installed or used products, custom and made-to-order items, clearance or final-sale items, and replacement parts and accessories are not eligible for return.
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