09-04-2007, 03:24 PM
I haven't seen an RO system, so I can't say if it looks like one. But the pressure gauge on top makes it look like a funky pressure tank. But then, what are those two black tanks...?
I've always heard that while RO can really clean up water, you end up running more down the drain than what is made available for use. There's a lot of backflushing of the membranes to clean them, which is where a lot of water is lost. I don't know how much electricity is consumed in doing so, but that's something else to consider.
Ultimately, have your water tested. It's the only way you can be sure if you're over-, under-, or filtering just right. I understand that RO treated water will test out differently than a regular filter set up; it can make water more acidic. Your testing results would be interesting to see because your cement tank should neutralize your catchment water. And if you do have an RO system, it might make your water a bit more acidic.
Edited by - Les C on 09/04/2007 19:28:34
I've always heard that while RO can really clean up water, you end up running more down the drain than what is made available for use. There's a lot of backflushing of the membranes to clean them, which is where a lot of water is lost. I don't know how much electricity is consumed in doing so, but that's something else to consider.
Ultimately, have your water tested. It's the only way you can be sure if you're over-, under-, or filtering just right. I understand that RO treated water will test out differently than a regular filter set up; it can make water more acidic. Your testing results would be interesting to see because your cement tank should neutralize your catchment water. And if you do have an RO system, it might make your water a bit more acidic.
Edited by - Les C on 09/04/2007 19:28:34