Magnetic water filter reviews

In modern water supply systems, quite hard water. It contains a large amount of calcium and magnesium salts, which form a calcareous deposit. To get rid of them, install a magnetic water filter. It is also often called a softener. Under the influence of a magnetic field, salts change their structure. Thanks to this, the water becomes softer, and limescale does not form in heating devices - irons, kettles, steamers, humidifiers.

Why use a magnetic filter

Modern tap water goes through a million purifications. Pathogenic organisms, harmful impurities, large particles, etc. are removed in it. However, it is not always possible to remove mineral impurities. A small number of them can even be useful for humans, but in tap water these indicators are exceeded tenfold. Magnesium and calcium salts are particularly harmful and difficult to control. It is because of their high content that hard-to-remove limescale forms. However, scum brings not only aesthetic discomfort. Because of it, many household appliances: water heaters, teapots,

washing machines.

Excess mineral salts are also harmful to the human body. Hard water negatively affects the state of internal organs, especially the digestive tract and excretory system. When washing your head and skin with hard water, their appearance worsens. In addition, soap, shampoos, powder and other detergents in hard water give much less foam, so you have to increase their consumption in order to achieve a result.

Things that wash in hard water also suffer: they also accumulate salt. As a result, clothes begin to tear, the fabric becomes stiff and rough. Such things quickly become unusable, which also leads to additional costs.

Magnetic filters for water purification help soften the water and reduce the content of calcium and magnesium salts in it.

The principle of operation of the magnetic filter

How does a magnetic filter get rid of salts that make water hard? Everything is very simple. Very powerful magnets are installed on the filter, due to which a change in the structure of salts occurs: they become more friable. Due to these changes, substances cease to be deposited in the form of plaque on various surfaces, in including on water heating elements, do not stick together into larger fractions and do not settle in the form sand. Also, due to the constant influence of a magnetic field, the existing calcareous deposit begins to change its structure and exfoliate.

The filter consists of 2 powerful magnets, between which a field is created that acts on water. They are enclosed in a plastic case, which is mounted on a pipe.

It is only possible to install a magnetic filter on a pipe that has been cleaned of old scale. However, there is no need to dismantle the entire water supply, it is enough to replace only the area where the device will be installed.

Magnets for filters are made very powerful. At the same time, rare earth metals are used, which for a long time retain their performance. On average, over 10 years, the loss of magnetic properties does not exceed 0.5%.

When can a magnetic filter be used?

The filter with magnets is absolutely harmless and safe for humans, therefore it can be used in any cases when water softening is necessary. Such a filter can also be installed in cases where the salt content is normal in order to protect the equipment from the formation of limescale.

Magnetic softener can be used in conjunction with any equipment. It is mounted on water pipes and hoses leading to:

• to water heating boilers;
• to boilers;
• cooling systems;
• household appliances: washing machines, dishwashers, etc .;
• pumps, water-lifting columns, pumping stations;
• steam boilers;
• water pipes in the apartment.

Advantages of Magnetic Filters

Electromagnetic filters have their advantages and disadvantages. What is so good about these devices that have become used everywhere, both in everyday life and in production? Of the positive qualities can be noted:

• compactness - the magnetic filter takes up a minimum of space, so it can easily be used in a room of any type and size;
• there is no need to dismantle the pipes, because the filter is worn on the outside, on top;
• there are various systems for attaching the softener to the pipe: latches, screw fasteners, etc., each user can choose a convenient option;
• a variety of filter shapes: it can be tubes that take up almost no space, small rectangular boxes, etc., there is always the opportunity to choose the device that best suits the conditions apartments;
• starts working immediately after installation, there is no need for additional connections;
• ease of handling: when installing a magnetic filter for water, it will continuously and uninterruptedly work until the end of its life, without requiring additional actions;
• the filter does not need a separate power source, the whole action is based on the influence of a magnetic field;
• long term of operation - from 5 to 25 years;
• no flushing needed;
• no consumables, no need to replace cartridges;
• no need for complicated settings;
• pipe corrosion is reduced (up to 50%);
• The magnetic filter is environmentally friendly and safe;
• does not pose a threat to the life and work of people, animals;
• the risk of emergencies is reduced.

Disadvantages of a magnetic softener

There are several disadvantages to this type of water filter for descaling. But there are very few of them, and they are lost under such an impressive list of advantages. What may not please this device?

• Oxidation of the water purifier itself, over time, an unpleasant-looking green coating forms on it, somewhat reminiscent of plasticine. However, it is easy to clean.
• Over time, water may seem to get used to the effects of magnets, this will be noticeable by the fact that the device will filter less efficiently. To get rid of this effect, you need to remove the device for a while, and then reinstall it again. Before re-fastening, as well as before the first, it is advisable to clean the pipe from dirt accumulated in it.
• The magnetic filter is quite demanding on working conditions: water must constantly flow through the pipe at a certain speed. If the flow stops or its speed is higher or lower than certain parameters, then the efficiency of the device will sharply decrease or even drop to 0. Also, it is impossible for the water temperature to be higher than certain indicators. Most appliances are designed for a warm, approximately room temperature or colder liquid.

Types of Magnetic Filters

Currently, various types of filters have already been developed:

1. Magnetic flange.
2. Magnetic coupling.
3. Mesh coupling.
4. Magnetic mesh flange.
5. Magnetic-mechanical.

The type of device depends on what contaminants, in addition to salts of calcium and magnesium, the filter can fight. Many devices can be used as compact cleaning systems, because they can delay many impurities, iron oxides, the smallest particles of various substances, sand and other mechanical pollution. Therefore, they try to install magnetic filters immediately when installing new water supply systems.

Magnetic Filter Installation

You can install a water softener with your own hands. This will require some skills, especially if the pipes are old and already plaque.

• First you have to cut a piece of pipe. To do this, shut off the water supply from the riser. Cranes usually stand next to counters. Then, with a grinder or with the help of scissors, a pipe is cut through a metal plastic
• Under the wiring, you will have to substitute a basin or lay a rag, because water will run out of it. The fluid must be drained completely.

• Now you need to clean the tips of the pipe inside and out of dirt and scale.
• The fum tape is wound onto the cleaned sections and fittings with adapters are installed. Adapters must match the size of the magnetic filter.
• The cleaning device is fixed to the pipe, carefully attach the mounts.

Now you can connect the water and check for smudges. If water does not leak, then the installation is completed correctly and you can use the filter.