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Only a modest amount of carbon is needed for taste and odor compounds, which largely explains why the water keeps tasting fresh for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat this carbon block filter reduces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain targets, listed on the label:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChlorine taste and odor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolatile organic compounds (VOCs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirt and particles down to 5 microns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLowered by activated carbon as well, when present\u003c\/strong\u003e (this is what the media can do in general, not an individually tested rating of this cartridge):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertain pesticides and herbicides, atrazine for example\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome disinfection byproducts, trihalomethanes (THMs) for example\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurther organic compounds that spoil taste and smell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChloramine:\u003c\/strong\u003e activated carbon can lower it, but catalytic carbon does that job better than an ordinary block. 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Crystal Quest handles each of these with a dedicated stage, such as its Lead Filter Cartridge, SMART cartridges or reverse osmosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Crystal Quest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt into Crystal Quest's own equipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e The same block is used in its double and triple cartridge systems, in Thunder under-sink RO systems and in whole house RO pre-filtration, so you replace like with like.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal measurements, not nominal ones.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every size is stated as the cartridge's true diameter and length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOver 1,000,000 customers since 1994.\u003c\/strong\u003e Production takes place in the USA under ISO 9001 quality management, as it has for over 30 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSystems it fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble cartridge systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e first position, with SMART after it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriple cartridge systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e third position, behind sediment and SMART\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialty triple systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e first position, with SMART and the specialty cartridge after it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThunder under-sink RO:\u003c\/strong\u003e the third pre-filter behind UF and SMART, shielding the membrane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole house RO with three pre-filter housings:\u003c\/strong\u003e behind sediment and SMART\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Removal triple cartridge systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e third position, behind the iron cartridge and SMART\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder the size listed on the cartridge you use now, or check a previous order: 2-7\/8\" x 9-3\/4\" (CQE-RC-04000), 2-7\/8\" x 20\" (CQE-RC-04014), 4-5\/8\" x 9-3\/4\" (CQE-RC-04035) or 4-5\/8\" x 20\" (CQE-RC-04036).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCarbon block or GAC cartridge: what is the difference?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe block is solid carbon with a 5 micron rating, which means it filters out fine particles too. Crystal Quest's GAC cartridge instead holds loose granules of catalytic carbon and coconut shell carbon combined with ERA 6500 redox media. Always use the type specified for your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan a carbon block filter take out chlorine and chloramine?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eReducing chlorine taste and odor is the main thing it does. Chloramine is reduced too, though not as well as with catalytic carbon, so where city water contains chloramine, use a SMART cartridge alongside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it take out fluoride, lead or hardness?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt won't. Fluoride, nitrate and hardness minerals pass through activated carbon, and an ordinary carbon block is not intended to remove heavy metals. For those problems Crystal Quest sells separate fluoride, lead and softening products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I know which carbon block size my housing takes?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure your current cartridge's true diameter and length: 2-7\/8\" x 9-3\/4\", 2-7\/8\" x 20\", 4-5\/8\" x 9-3\/4\" or 4-5\/8\" x 20\". In that order they fit 2.5\" x 10\", 2.5\" x 20\", 5\" x 10\" Big Blue and 5\" x 20\" Big Blue housings, with flow rates between 0.5 and 6 GPM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow frequently does a carbon block filter need replacing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost households replace it after 12 to 24 months, often around 18. A change in taste, smell, flow or pressure means it is time sooner. Real lifespan depends on your source water, your system layout and your water use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy does the water look gray after a cartridge change?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew carbon can shed fine dust at the start. Following the label, let the tap run 5 to 10 minutes before drinking and the water turns clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich position does the carbon block take in a system with several cartridges?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrystal Quest double systems put it first, before SMART. 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Ultrafiltration is a key technology in producing high-purity water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"aq-note\"\u003e*When present in the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow a salt-free water conditioner works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe conditioner relies on a newer technology: dissolved calcium, the mineral behind hardness, is converted into nanometer-sized calcite crystals. These crystals hold up mechanically and under heat, so they no longer form lime deposits and simply flow out with the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeft untreated, calcium leaves scale on appliances, inside pipes and across other plumbing surfaces. That drives up heating and energy bills and leads to costly appliance repairs. Scale can also give bacteria a place to grow, which matters where the water is used for drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn top of preventing new buildup (scale protection), the system also works on scale that is already in your pipes and on heat exchanger surfaces (descaling).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt hardness levels of 25 gpg (grains per gallon) or more, you may need pre-treatment or extra media. Ask a specialist for advice in that situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBreaking down existing limescale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce rinsed along with the water, the calcite crystals cannot cling to surfaces. Thanks to their nanostructure they behave much like Crystal Quest Eagle Anti-Scale Media: they pull more calcium onto themselves and so disrupt the lattice that holds old deposits together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result, large chunks of scale come loose within a short time. The process keeps going until no deposits remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA protective layer against corrosion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the old deposits are gone, a corrosion-resistant layer 30 to 80 microns thick builds up. It results from the crystals' nano surface reacting with the metal of the pipes, comparable to the green verdigris patina that forms on copper roofing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce this layer has formed it stops growing, yet it gives full protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA salt-free alternative to a water softener\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn some hard water, dosing for permanent hardness or anti-scale media may be needed as pre-treatment. With this conditioner you no longer use any salt, and there is none of the wastewater that backwashing produces, while your home still gets water that feels soft and comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a replacement for a salt-based softener, the Eaglesorb ES3 scale control media keeps calcium and magnesium from causing trouble, without taking these minerals out of the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFiberglass or stainless steel tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth tank materials are available. Stainless steel tanks can develop pinholes or rust in humid spaces, where salt is present, or when condensation is left on the tank instead of being wiped off regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your system will face any of these conditions, or you cannot keep up with that upkeep, a fiberglass tank is the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOptional add-ons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 GPM UV Water Sterilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e built for strict control of microorganisms, covering algae and protozoa as well as bacteria and viruses. UV disinfects water more quickly than chlorine, with no bulky retention tanks and no harsh chemicals added to what you drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeak Detector Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e senses a leak in the filter system and shuts off incoming water so your home does not flood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Breaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e installed in the line ahead of the system as a safeguard in the rare event that a vacuum (negative pressure) develops, which could damage the housings and tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetered Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e the standard timer valve backwashes on a fixed number of days (every 7 days, for example). 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Since 2514 is an industry-standard size, the element also suits other RO units designed for a 2.5 by 14 inch membrane. The element uses TFC (thin-film composite) construction and is meant for municipal or well supplies that were pre-filtered and dechlorinated first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features of this 2514 RO membrane\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for your system:\u003c\/strong\u003e a 300 GPD Whole House RO takes one, and a 200 GPD Low-Flow RO uses one as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRejection stated with its conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 99% nominal salt rejection, 96% minimum, measured at 550 ppm feed, 150 psi, 77°F (25°C) and 15% recovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater class:\u003c\/strong\u003e intended for well and tap water below 2,000 ppm TDS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYears of service:\u003c\/strong\u003e expect 2 to 3 years, although feed water quality, system setup and household demand decide how long it actually lasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the element is built\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe element is a spiral-wound cylinder. Sheets of TFC membrane are wrapped about a perforated tube at the center, and a mesh spacer between the sheets keeps a channel open for the feed water. The purified water (permeate) travels inward in a spiral and leaves via the center tube, while everything that is rejected exits at the opposite end as concentrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt one end, a brine seal closes the gap between element and housing wall, so the feed water has to go through the membrane rather than past it. The element is packed in preservative solution, and both ends of the permeate tube are capped with protectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 14\" length only fits housings made for that length. It cannot be swapped with 2.5\" x 21\" or 2.5\" x 40\" elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow RO membranes separate salts from water\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePressure turns osmosis around\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeft alone, water crosses a semipermeable membrane toward whichever side holds more salt. A reverse osmosis system applies more force than that natural osmotic pull, which pushes the water molecules across the membrane and leaves the dissolved ions on the feed side. Crystal Quest specifies 150 psi operating pressure for the elements in its whole house RO systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCross-flow keeps the surface clear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever the element rejects is not stored inside it. Feed water flows along the membrane surface, and the concentrate takes the rejected minerals away to the drain, which is how a single element can last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same principle explains the drain water: each RO system from Crystal Quest sends roughly 1 gallon to drain for each 1 to 3 gallons of purified water. The exact ratio varies with your water and settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding the figures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo calculate rejection, subtract the product TDS from the feed TDS and divide the result by the feed TDS. Elements are rated one at a time at 15% recovery, so different elements can be compared fairly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction drops when the water is colder or carries more TDS. RO water also measures 1 to 2 pH points lower than the feed water, because dissolved carbon dioxide gets through while the buffering minerals are held back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat this RO membrane reduces, and what it doesn't\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain target:\u003c\/strong\u003e total dissolved solids, meaning the sodium, chloride, sulfate, calcium and magnesium ions that cause salty or mineral flavors and spotting. The whole house RO systems from Crystal Quest carry a rating of 98.5% nominal and 96% minimum salt rejection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso stopped:\u003c\/strong\u003e any particles that make it to the membrane, microplastics included, are much bigger than what can pass through it. Most of them are caught earlier by the pre-filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot built for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree chlorine, which damages the TFC layer (0.1 ppm maximum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSediment, which is the pre-filters' job\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron or manganese above 0.05 ppm, or hardness above what your system allows; these coat and scale the membrane surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat these before the water reaches the membrane, or choose a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/whole-house-reverse-osmosis-system\"\u003eWhole House Reverse Osmosis System\u003c\/a\u003e that is sized to your water test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Crystal Quest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaken from Crystal Quest's own replacement tables,\u003c\/strong\u003e so it matches their systems without any cross-referencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFigures you can verify:\u003c\/strong\u003e the rejection rate is published along with the test conditions, and the Specifications tab lists all operating limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn business since 1994,\u003c\/strong\u003e with more than 1,000,000 people served. Crystal Quest works to ISO 9001 quality management and has been building water filters in America for more than three decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e300 GPD Whole House Reverse Osmosis System:\u003c\/strong\u003e takes one element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e200 GPD Low-Flow Reverse Osmosis System:\u003c\/strong\u003e takes one element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent element needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 400 GPD Whole House RO takes the 2.5\" x 21\" Freshwater Reverse Osmosis Membrane instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore you order, compare the part number on the element you are replacing. RO cartridges and membranes can't be sent back, which is why you should get in touch if you are not sure which part you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe standard 2514 format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis low-energy freshwater element uses the common 2514 (2.5\" x 14\") size found in 2.5\" membrane housings designed for 14\" elements, Crystal Quest systems among them. Crystal Quest operates the elements in its whole house systems at 150 psi, far less than brackish and seawater elements are designed for, so on well and tap water the pump has an easier job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharing the 2514 name is encouraging, but it does not prove fit. On a system from another brand, compare the position of the brine seal, the ends of the permeate tube and the flow direction against the element you have now, or ask us before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStoring and handling the element\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery element is shipped sealed in a bag with preservative solution. Leave it sealed until installation, keep it indoors away from direct sun, and do not allow it to freeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce in use and wet, the element must never dry out. If the system will be out of use for a season, protect the elements against bacterial growth with Membrane Preservative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich systems take the 2.5\" x 14\" element?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne goes in the 300 GPD Whole House Reverse Osmosis System, plus one in the 200 GPD Low-Flow Reverse Osmosis System.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use the 2.5\" x 21\" element instead?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The longer 2.5\" x 21\" element is for the 400 GPD Whole House RO System. Always order the length listed for your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow often does a 2514 RO membrane need replacing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCount on every 2 to 3 years. How long it lasts comes down to your feed water, the system setup and your daily demand. Measure the TDS of your feed water and RO water, so you replace the element once its performance falls instead of guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much salt rejection can I expect?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rating is 99% nominal salt rejection with a 96% minimum, at 550 ppm feed, 150 psi, 77°F and 15% recovery. What you measure yourself depends on the TDS, temperature and pressure of your water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes a new element need flushing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Because new elements are shipped in preservative solution, flush for 1 hour or longer and throw away all permeate and concentrate produced while flushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it OK to feed chlorinated city water into the membrane?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, because the thin-film membrane can take 0.1 ppm free chlorine at most, so the SMART and carbon block pre-filters have to take the chlorine out first. Replace them on schedule to keep the element safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it work on brackish or sea water?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is designed for fresh water only. Crystal Quest sells brackish and seawater desalination elements separately; ask which element class suits your feed water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n","brand":"Crystal Quest®","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":60218609041792,"sku":"CQE-RC-04111","price":153.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 2","offer_id":60218609074560,"sku":"CQE-RC-04111-2PK","price":307.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 4","offer_id":60218609107328,"sku":"CQE-RC-04111-4PK","price":615.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/5564\/5568\/files\/2-5-x-14-freshwater-reverse-osmosis-membrane-crystal-quest-water-filter-cartridges-1263586084.webp?v=1792950905"},{"product_id":"200-400-gpd-whole-house-ro-filter-pack","title":"Crystal Quest Whole House RO Filter Pack for 200-400 GPD Systems","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis whole house RO filter pack replaces all pre-filter stages of Crystal Quest's 200, 300 and 400 GPD whole house reverse osmosis systems in one order.\u003c\/strong\u003e The membrane may get the praise for clean water, yet it's the pre-filters that determine how long it survives: sediment scratches and blocks it, and chlorine eats away at it. Changing the pre-filters when they're due is the cheapest way to look after a whole house RO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePick your whole house RO filter pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrefilter pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e just the three cartridges, no membrane included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete replacement pack, 200 or 300 GPD:\u003c\/strong\u003e the three prefilters together with one 2.5\" x 14\" RO membrane (CQE-RC-04111).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete replacement pack, 400 GPD:\u003c\/strong\u003e the three prefilters together with one 2.5\" x 21\" RO membrane (CQE-RC-04084).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLook at the size printed on the membrane you have now before you order, because older 300 GPD systems can use another membrane size.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Complete replacement pack is a one-off purchase, not a subscription. Prefilters usually last 12 to 24 months, around 18 months in most homes, or one year where the supply is chlorinated. RO membranes last 2 to 3 years. How long they actually last depends on your water, the system's configuration and your usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree cartridges, swapped together:\u003c\/strong\u003e sediment (CQE-RC-04015), SMART (CQE-RC-04016) and carbon block (CQE-RC-04014), so every stage starts over fresh at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuards the membrane:\u003c\/strong\u003e traps particles as small as 5 microns and cuts chlorine and chloramine before the water gets to the RO element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlim 2-7\/8\" x 20\" cartridges\u003c\/strong\u003e made for 2.5\" x 20\" housings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsual replacement every 12 to 24 months,\u003c\/strong\u003e roughly 18 months for most households, and once a year if your city chlorinates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrefilter pack comes without a membrane.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's inside the pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get three cartridges, listed in install order starting at the inlet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pleated-cellulose-sediment-cartridge\"\u003ePleated sediment cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e cellulose media around a polypropylene core, closed with vinyl plastisol caps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMART cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e one cartridge filled with coconut shell carbon, catalytic carbon, redox alloy, ion-exchange resin, ceramic and tourmaline media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/coconut-based-5-micron-carbon-block-filter-cartridge\"\u003eCarbon block\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e a solid 5-micron block made from acid-washed coconut shell activated carbon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery cartridge matches the part number that Crystal Quest's replacement tables give; none is a generic copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow three pre-filter stages protect an RO membrane\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStage 1: sediment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the cellulose is pleated, it offers a big filtering surface that can hold plenty of dirt while still filtering to 5 microns. It removes rust, sand and silt that would block the feed channels of the membrane and burden the next stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStage 2: SMART\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere several media each do their own task at the same time. Catalytic carbon goes after chloramine, which ordinary carbon handles less well. Coconut shell carbon adsorbs organic chemicals and chlorine, while metals are handled by the ion-exchange and redox alloy media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStage 3: carbon block\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe densely bonded coconut carbon block keeps water in contact with the carbon for a long time. It strips out leftover chlorine, compounds that cause taste and odor, plus fine particles to 5 microns, as the final barrier in front of the membrane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy removing chlorine is so important\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TFC membranes used in Crystal Quest's whole house RO systems tolerate less than 1 ppm chlorine. Any chlorine that gets past worn-out pre-filters gradually harms the surface of the membrane, and that harm is permanent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing the pre-filters on schedule is how you keep both the membrane and the whole system around it protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the pack reduces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain targets\u003c\/strong\u003e, the work that keeps your RO membrane safe:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSediment and suspended particles to 5 microns, like rust, silt and sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChlorine and chloramine; if chlorine gets to the TFC membrane it causes damage that cannot be undone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChlorine taste and odor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduced as well\u003c\/strong\u003e by the carbon and SMART media: VOCs plus other organic chemicals, as well as various metals. Results vary with the contaminant, the quality of the incoming water, the flow and the state of the cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot meant for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardness, salts or total dissolved solids. Those are handled by the RO membrane, which isn't part of the Prefilter pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Crystal Quest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatched parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e exactly the three part numbers in Crystal Quest's replacement tables, in the correct sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Quest's own SMART blend,\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to tackle both chlorine and chloramine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn business since 1994,\u003c\/strong\u003e with more than 1,000,000 people served. Crystal Quest follows ISO 9001 quality management and has manufactured in the USA for three decades and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSystems of 200, 300 and 400 GPD are covered by this pack range. Crystal Quest specifies these three part numbers for both the 300 and 400 GPD \u003ca href=\"\/products\/whole-house-reverse-osmosis-system\"\u003eWhole House Reverse Osmosis System\u003c\/a\u003e and also the 200 and 300 GPD Low-Flow Reverse Osmosis System.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure? Compare the part numbers on the cartridges you have now. RO cartridges can't be returned, so contact us beforehand and we can confirm it fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat do I get in the pack?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree 2-7\/8\" x 20\" cartridges: a pleated cellulose sediment cartridge (CQE-RC-04015), a SMART cartridge (CQE-RC-04016) and a coconut-based carbon block cartridge (CQE-RC-04014).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the RO membrane part of the Prefilter pack?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the Prefilter pack has no membrane; you buy it on its own. The 300 GPD Whole House Reverse Osmosis System uses one 2.5\" x 14\" membrane. The Complete replacement packs do include a membrane.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIn what sequence are the cartridges installed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eStarting at the inlet: sediment first, SMART second and the carbon block last.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow often is a new pack needed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually every 12 to 24 months, around 18 months for most households, and yearly as good practice when your municipal water contains chlorine. Change it earlier when flow, pressure, taste or odor changes. Actual service life varies with your feed water, the system's setup and household demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it take out chloramine?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. That is one of the main tasks of the SMART stage, where catalytic carbon goes after chloramine. Afterwards the carbon block removes what is left before the water gets to the membrane.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it in the 400 GPD Whole House RO?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt does fit: the 400 GPD Whole House RO calls for these same three cartridges. That system takes a different membrane, the 2.5\" x 21\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n","brand":"Crystal Quest®","offers":[{"title":"Prefilter pack","offer_id":60218609140096,"sku":"CQ-RC-0002P","price":211.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Complete replacement pack, 200 or 300 GPD","offer_id":60218609172864,"sku":"CQ-RC-0002P-C300","price":364.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Complete replacement pack, 400 GPD","offer_id":60218609205632,"sku":"CQ-RC-0002P-C400","price":373.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/5564\/5568\/files\/200-300-gpd-whole-house-ro-filter-pack-crystal-quest-water-filter-cartridges-1263463678.webp?v=1792950905"},{"product_id":"smart-filter-cartridge","title":"Crystal Quest SMART Multi-Media Water Filter Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Quest's SMART filter replacement cartridge is the brand's flagship multi-media cartridge, treating water in several ways during one pass instead of giving each media a single task.\u003c\/strong\u003e City water relies on chlorine to stay safe in the mains, but no one enjoys its flavor, its smell or the byproducts it leaves. Throw in metals and trace chemicals picked up from aging plumbing and treated supplies, and a basic carbon cartridge quickly runs out of answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne SMART shell contains coconut shell carbon, catalytic carbon, two Eagle Redox Alloys from Crystal Quest, ion-exchange resin, as well as ceramic and tourmaline media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features of the SMART filter cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose by the dimensions or part number printed on your system or the label of your current cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree capacity levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plus, Ultra and Ultimate each use a different proportion of ERA media to make the cartridge last longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeveral media working together:\u003c\/strong\u003e coconut shell carbon, catalytic carbon, redox alloy and ion-exchange resin, combined with ceramic and tourmaline media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsual replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 12 to 24 months; most homes land near 18 months. Your water and your usage set the real interval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChlorine reduction tested by an independent lab:\u003c\/strong\u003e read the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/5564\/5568\/files\/Smart_CT_Chlorine_Test_CQE-CT-00103_2020_2295-20618_Chlorine_Pass.pdf?v=1792951409\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003etest report from IAPMO R\u0026amp;T\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInside the cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SMART cartridge is fully sealed. Its end caps are polypropylene, the inner and outer wraps are polyolefin, the netting is polyethylene and the gaskets are Buna-N. The media are layered on top of each other, with a little blending at each boundary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base, a single 1-micron pad supports the media and captures fine particles. A front label shows the part number, size and SMART level, so reordering the correct cartridge takes seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow multi-media filtration works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdsorption by coconut shell carbon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActivated carbon contains countless microscopic pores; the acid-washed coconut shell carbon Crystal Quest uses has around 1,050 m² of internal surface in each gram. Organic compounds such as pesticides, many VOCs and the substances behind chemical flavors and odors, attach to that surface as the water moves through. On top of that, carbon converts free chlorine into harmless chloride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCatalytic carbon: handling chloramine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA growing number of utilities use chloramine, a longer-lasting mix of ammonia and chlorine that standard carbon only breaks down slowly. Catalytic carbon starts as coconut carbon but has a more reactive surface, which makes it far better at tackling chloramine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Crystal Quest mixes regular and catalytic carbon in all of its carbon blends, you don't need to find out which disinfectant your water utility adds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eERA 6500 and ERA 9500: redox\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEagle Redox Alloy is a copper-zinc media that Crystal Quest makes itself. Water flowing across the granules sets off an exchange of electrons between the alloy and dissolved contaminants, known as oxidation and reduction. ERA 6500 is meant for chlorine reduction; ERA 9500 is meant for hydrogen sulfide and ferrous iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome dissolved metals are also changed by these reactions into a form that stays bound to the media. The amount of ERA in a blend is what mainly distinguishes Plus, Ultra and Ultimate, and Crystal Quest adjusts that amount per level to lengthen cartridge life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIon-exchange resin: metals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small dose of potable-grade resin exchanges dissolved metal ions for harmless ones, giving the cartridge a metals stage that pure carbon lacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCeramic and tourmaline media\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic and tourmaline beads assist in conditioning the water and help keep the pH balanced and a little on the alkaline side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFilter pad\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1-micron base pad keeps the media from shifting and filters particles within the cartridge. Crystal Quest does not claim an overall micron rating for the cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the SMART cartridge reduces, and what it can't treat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChlorine and chloramine, including the chemical taste and smell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead, mercury and other heavy metals, at lower concentrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVOCs, THMs and other disinfection byproducts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePesticides and herbicides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePharmaceutical residues and other organic chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine particles, caught by the 1-micron base pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduced too:\u003c\/strong\u003e hydrogen sulfide (rotten-egg odor) and ferrous iron via ERA 9500, at the modest levels a single cartridge stage is designed for. How well it performs depends on the specific contaminant, your incoming water, flow rate and how worn the cartridge is. If you're dealing with a particular water issue, choose treatment based on a water test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutside its scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardness, total dissolved solids (TDS), fluoride, nitrate, arsenic, and bacteria or viruses. These need their own stage, or one of the SMART combination cartridges: SMART + Calcium GAC Fluoride, SMART + Aluminum Oxide Fluoride, Nitrate Removal + SMART, Arsenic Removal + SMART, or Alkalize\/Ionizer, Mineralizer \u0026amp; Oxidation + SMART.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSMART Plus, Ultra or Ultimate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe levels differ in their proportion of ERA (Eagle Redox Alloy) media, and therefore in how many gallons they can treat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Within one size, Plus is the most affordable to buy, Ultra treats more water, and Ultimate gives you the greatest capacity and the longest life. Exactly when a cartridge is due still comes down to your water and your consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated flow is identical for Plus, Ultra and Ultimate in the same size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCapacity by size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"aq-table\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize (diameter x height)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlow\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlus (gal)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUltra (gal)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUltimate (gal)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-7\/8\" x 9-3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 GPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-7\/8\" x 20\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 GPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-5\/8\" x 9-3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 GPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-5\/8\" x 20\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 GPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"aq-note\"\u003eThese gallon figures are estimates for water under 100 ppm hardness; real capacity shifts with what is in your water and with your water use. They do not promise a set number of months, nor equal reduction for every contaminant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Crystal Quest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProprietary media.\u003c\/strong\u003e ERA 6500 and ERA 9500 are developed by Crystal Quest, each documented in a dedicated data sheet; SMART, in turn, is the core blend in the brand's whole house, under-sink and countertop systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne cartridge, many contaminant types.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each media (carbon, catalytic carbon, redox alloy, resin) covers its own category, so a single housing does what would otherwise take several single-media stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity published for all twelve combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e of size and level, each with the conditions it was rated under.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted since 1994\u003c\/strong\u003e by over 1,000,000 people. Crystal Quest is ISO 9001 quality managed and has more than three decades of American manufacturing behind it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere the SMART cartridge fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-cartridge systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e SMART does all the work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-stage systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon block, then SMART.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-stage systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e sediment first, SMART in the middle, carbon block last.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialty systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e SMART goes before the fluoride, nitrate, arsenic or other specialty stage; in a three-stage specialty setup the carbon block leads, followed by SMART and finally the specialty cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAhead of an RO membrane:\u003c\/strong\u003e in the whole house and under-sink RO systems from Crystal Quest, SMART keeps chlorine away from the membrane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFinding the right replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart by checking the label on your system, or on the cartridge you're swapping out.\u003c\/strong\u003e Match it by part number or size, and check in your system manual which SMART stage it uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are stated as width across by height, in inches: a 2-7\/8\" x 9-3\/4\" cartridge is 2 7\/8 inches wide and 9 3\/4 inches tall. Larger cartridges only fit larger housings, and sealed inline filters are a separate format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan SMART replace my softener or RO?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a multistage filter cartridge. Hard water, high TDS, fluoride or microbiological contamination each need their own dedicated treatment, whether that is a softener, an RO system, a specialty cartridge or a disinfection system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I switch to a higher SMART level?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you keep to your current cartridge size and check which SMART replacement your system calls for. A higher level adds capacity within that size; it doesn't raise the published flow or let it fit another housing size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat arrives when I order?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA single replacement SMART cartridge, in whichever level and size you picked. Sump, cap, housing and installation tools are sold separately. Cartridge color can change, so always order using the part number and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I install it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse your system's own instructions; they cover where the cartridge sits, caring for the seals, and flushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat test results are available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can read the full report of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/5564\/5568\/files\/Smart_CT_Chlorine_Test_CQE-CT-00103_2020_2295-20618_Chlorine_Pass.pdf?v=1792951409\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003echlorine reduction test\u003c\/a\u003e for countertop model CQE-CT-00103, which was tested at 0.2 GPM through 500 gallons. Its findings hold for the tested samples and conditions only, and do not confirm the capacities or every contaminant claim for all SMART sizes and levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill SMART deal with chloramine?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is designed to, yes. Alongside standard coconut carbon, SMART contains catalytic carbon, which breaks down chloramine more effectively than regular carbon, so it suits both chlorinated and chloraminated city water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does ERA stand for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eERA means Eagle Redox Alloy, a copper and zinc redox media developed by Crystal Quest. ERA 6500 is aimed at chlorine and ERA 9500 at hydrogen sulfide and ferrous iron. 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Its features and options give OEMs the room to fit a wide range of specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has 5 relay outputs, 4 dry contact inputs and 2 inputs for TDS\/conductivity. A 2 x 20 character LED display shows water quality, run hours, water temperature and the system's operating status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its more advanced feature set, the versatile Crystal Quest C-200 controller suits big commercial and industrial RO installations. It offers 6 switch inputs, 5 analog inputs, 6 relay outputs and 2 TDS\/conductivity inputs, so it can be configured to many specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 4 x 20 character LCD display reports sensor readings, alarms, temperature, run hours and the system's operating status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePressure vessels in stainless steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless steel pressure vessels give the system a cleaner look and let you get the full performance out of the membranes. They are regarded as safer and more dependable than PVC vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are \u003cstrong\u003emade for continuous, long-term service\u003c\/strong\u003e built to hold RO, ultrafiltration and nanofiltration elements in typical commercial water treatment, rated up to 300 PSI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUpgrade options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard build is already well equipped. 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