Stages of Filtration
1. Sediment filtration
This is a 50 micron sediment filter that will remove sediment, silt, rust and loose particles to ensure clear water.
2. Activated carbon filtration
The activated carbon filter that will remove chlorine, volatile organic compounds (VOC’s) and bad tastes and odours from the water.
3. Polishing filter
This is a 5 micron sediment filter for finer filtration. It is also used as a polishing filter before the UV light. This is to ensure that the UV light receives clear water which in turn will ensure effective penetration of the UV light through the water.
4. Sterilization filter
This is a stainless steel UV light used to sterilize the water. UV rays can destroy 99.99% of harmful micro organisms without adding chemicals or changing your water’s taste or odour. Ultraviolet light (UV) is a natural part of sunlight and is widely accepted as a reliable, efficient and environmentally friendly solution for water disinfection. The UV lamp utilizes the application of a particularly efficient UV radiator with a 254nm wave length which will kill organisms and wipe out their ability to survive and reproduce. The water is exposed to UV radiation in a specially designed chamber that provides intimate contact of the water with the UV light source. Bacteria and other living organisms absorb the energy, which destroys or inactivates their DNA, thus preventing the bacteria from reproducing. Similarly, chemicals and organic compounds also absorb the energy and they are broken down into smaller and more harmless molecules.
* Big blue filters are intended for fine filtration and limits apply to water quality and quantity. Have your water tested before installing a big blue filter to ensure that it is the right solution. It is important to note that the volume of water put through the unit as well as the quality of the water will greatly influence the lifetime of the filters.
