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Arsenic is a semi-metal element in
the periodic table. It is odorless and tasteless. It enters drinking water
supplies from natural deposits in the earth or from agricultural and industrial
practices. Non-cancer effects can include thickening and discoloration of the
skin, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting; diarrhea; numbness in hands and feet;
partial paralysis; and blindness. Arsenic has been linked to cancer of the
bladder, lungs, skin, kidney, nasal passages, liver, and prostate.
EPA has set the arsenic standard for drinking water at .010 parts per million
(10 parts per billion) to protect consumers served by public water systems from
the effects of long-term, chronic exposure to arsenic. Water systems must comply
with this standard by January 23, 2006, providing additional protection to an
estimated 13 million Americans.
Arsenic can be found in wells and ground water in two forms: Arsenic V (inorganic), pentavalent, arsenate and Arsenic III (organic), Trivalent, arsenite. KDF/GAC cartridges will only remove inorganic arsenic, Arsenic V, and reverse osmosis membranes will remove both forms. Another efficient method, using a specially treated iron oxide media (see cartridge below), will remove both types of arsenic.
Here are links to articles and methods for removing arsenic:
Arsenic in Drinking Water
Safe Water Technology for Arsenic Removal
Practical Methods for Removal of Arsenic from Subsurface Aquifiers and Drinking
Water Systems
Arsenic Water Treatment for Individual Wells in Maryland
Nanoparticles remove arsenic from drinking water
Arsenic Danger May Be Bigger Than Thought
While point-of-use arsenic removal is most popular, we do offer whole house (point-of-entry) arsenic water filters as well. Call us at 800-669-1376 (9-5 Eastern M-F) for details.
AD-2710-S
CARTRIDGE. This is the only 10" standard housing cartridge (for
removing both Arsenic III and Arsenic V using a proprietary iron oxide media,
capacity: 1000 gallons (approximately 1 year). Designed to treat 50 ug/l (ppb)
of total arsenic to less than the EPA standard 10 ug/l (based on a pH of 8.5).
For best performance, water flow rate should be 0.5 gpm or less, pH from 6.5 to
8.5, less than 0.5 ppm iron and less than 0.05 ppm manganese. Also removes
lead, chromium, cadmium, molybdenum, zinc and antimony. The iron oxide media is
NSF-61 certified. 10" cartridge (9.75 x 2.75), fits most standard housings.
Click for
cartridge data sheet. Suggested Retail - $119.95, Sale
Price - $89.95.
Cartridge is designed for levels of arsenic at 50 ppb (0.050 ppm) or less. If your arsenic levels are above 50 ppb, then call or e-mail for other options. For under-counter or countertop point of use applications. Will not work as a whole house filter.
CT - This water filter unit sits on the counter and easily connects to most any kitchen faucet. It uses the AD-2710-S arsenic filter cartridge. A heavy-duty ball valve-style diverter valve replaces the aerator on your faucet. In the regular position, water exits straight through its own aerator. When filtered water is desired, turn on the cold water and simply rotate the valve knob - water is routed through the filter and out its own swivel spout. Great for apartments, dorms, RV's or travel. Spout, diverter valve, and connectors are lead-free chromed brass - NSF-approved. Flow rate is 0.5 gallons per minute. It can be later converted for under-counter use with part number FK, Faucet Kit ($49.00). Includes three diverter adapters, housing wrench, and chlorine test strips to verify when it's time to replace cartridge. 12" high, 5" diameter. 3
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CTD-AR - This twin housing countertop water filter features our KDF/GAC cartridge PLUS the AD-2710-S arsenic removal filter. A heavy-duty ball valve-style diverter valve replaces the aerator on your faucet. In the regular position, water exits straight through its own aerator. When filtered water is desired, turn on the cold water and simply rotate the valve knob - water is routed through the filter and out its own swivel spout. Great for apartments, dorms, RV's or travel. Spout, diverter valve, and connectors are lead-free chromed brass - NSF-approved. It can be later converted for under-counter use with part number FK, Faucet Kit ($49.00) - see bottom of this page. Includes three diverter adapters, housing wrench, and chlorine test strips to verify when it's time to replace cartridge. 12" high, 5" deep, 11" wide. 3 year prorated warranty on KDF/GAC cartridge, 5 year on components.
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Model UC-AR: Under-counter Water Filter with Arsenic Filter (reduces arsenic V and III)
UC-AR - Contains AD-2710-S arsenic
removal cartridge
in a single space-saving housing. Includes
upscale faucet, "EZ faucet connector" , high pressure polyethylene tubing,
mounting bracket, and housing wrench. Quick-connect fittings make installation a snap! 12" tall, 5" diameter.
5 year warranty on components.
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UPGRADE FAUCET to EURO SERIES (select color scheme on order page):
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UCD-AR -
This twin housing countertop water filter features our
KDF/GAC cartridge PLUS the AD-2710-S arsenic
removal filter. Includes
premium series faucet,
"EZ faucet connector" , high pressure polyethylene tubing,
mounting bracket, and housing wrench. Quick-connect fittings make installation a snap!
Includes chlorine test strips to verify when it's time
to replace cartridge.
3 year prorated warranty on KDF/GAC cartridge, 5 year on components.
12" tall, 10" wide, 5" deep.
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FREE
REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE
THROUGH DECEMBER 20TH!
UPGRADE FAUCET to EURO SERIES (select color scheme on order page):
ONLY - $30.00
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All of our under counter water filters are placed out of the way, under the sink. They connect to the cold water
line
with an
"EZ faucet connector" (not a
leak-prone saddle valve like many competitors) and dispense water through an attractive long reach LEAD-FREE* solid brass
premium faucet (not a cheap plastic flip-lever like most of our competitors).
Quick-connect fittings make for fast, easy installation. A 1/2" hole is all that
is needed for the faucet stud (all series), but a cover plate is included to
accommodate larger pre-drilled holes (such as a vegetable sprayer hole).
ALL of our under counter filters include a PREMIUM SERIES upscale faucet
at NO EXTRA CHARGE! This elegant lead-free* solid brass faucet features a smooth
quarter turn handle with a ceramic seat for a lifetime of service - no flimsy
plastic flip-handle like most other brands! There is no
spring, so the handle stays in the position you place it, like a regular faucet. In addition to the
ALL CHROME color scheme (pictured at left), it comes in CHROME WITH BRASS
ACCENTS,
BRUSHED NICKEL (stainless steel look), WHITE, ALMOND/BISQUE, BLACK, RED and
POLISHED BRASS. Click
HERE for picture. It is
recommended that you choose the faucet to match the color scheme of your main faucet. Select color choice
on order screen. It is 8.75" tall and has a swivel spout with a reach of 5.5".
* - Complies with NSF-61 and California Prop.
65 standards
Arsenic sometimes naturally occurs in water and can be
found in public and private water supplies. Mining
operations, semiconductor manufacturing, use of wood
preservatives are some of the ways water can be
contaminated with this poison.
IN-HOME ARSENIC WATER TEST KIT
If you have a private well you should test for arsenic at least annually because arsenic is often found at levels over 100 times the U.S. EPA safe standard.
PurTest(r) ARSENIC provides an easy method of screening water for arsenic, in just minutes, conveniently right at home or in the field. There is nothing to mail and you get instant results. By identifying arsenic in your water, you can take steps to avoid the risks linking this substance to lung and skin cancer or death. PurTest(r) ARSENIC allows you to easily check and be sure your water meets the safe standard for arsenic as established by the World Health Organization: 10 parts per billion (ppb).
Whole house arsenic water filters are also available call us at 800.669.1376 (9-5 Eastern, M-F) or E-Mail us.
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