Looking for a cheap rodi system

Sexytang · Feb 20, 2020

Can anyone set me in the right direction for a cheap rodi system. I only have a small tank so won’t need a lot

CuzzA · Feb 20, 2020

You can build it yourself for around $100 between Amazon and Freshwatersystems.com.

Afrashz · Feb 20, 2020

The RO Buddie is pretty good

Sexytang · Feb 21, 2020

Afrashz said:
The RO Buddie is pretty good

This one?

CuzzA · Feb 21, 2020

Sexytang said:
This one?

No. You need an RODI. That one does not have a DI stage. I would also weigh the cost of replacement filters into this purchase. The beauty of traditional filter housing units is the filters are very cheap. Also, while you think you're getting a deal, these units do not come with a pressure gauge, auto shut off, flush valve or TDS meter. They are bare bones units.

I wasn't joking when I said you could build a high end unit for around $100.00, give or take a few bucks. If you can push tubing into a quick connect, you can build one.

Kmargold · Feb 21, 2020

Sexytang said:
This one?

They offer a 4 stage with a DI cartridge for around 60 bucks I believe

fish farmer · Feb 21, 2020

Sexytang said:
Can anyone set me in the right direction for a cheap rodi system. I only have a small tank so won’t need a lot

How small is your tank? FWIW when I started with my 38 gallon years ago I just had a DI filter then upgraded with and RO unit from AquaFX. Get a system you can easily add on to, but a basic RO/DI with a pressure gauge and TDS meter will be sufficient.

Anthony Scholfield · Feb 21, 2020

I use the aquatic life 4 stage with success

Afrashz · Feb 21, 2020

Sexytang said:
This one?

That one but with the DI cartridge. They sell it all together. I think it works well. Depending how much water your making you’ll need to replace the DI cartridge once in a while.

Gw2kpro · Feb 21, 2020

Sexytang said:
This one?

This one works great. Get the refillable di resin cartridge and it's a 4 stage.

Afrashz · Feb 21, 2020

If your worried about tds just buy a meter off amazon to keep track of things and to let you know when you need to swap filters. I have a few tricks I do to keep filters lasting longer if you do decide to purchase it let me know

Afrashz · Feb 21, 2020

Afrashz said:
That one but with the DI cartridge. They sell it all together. I think it works well. Depending how much water your making you’ll need to replace the DI cartridge once in a while.

Btw, I just looked on amazon, they have a 100 gallon version. If I were you I’d spend the extra 14 bucks on that and get tThe 4th chamber.

jordan9095 · Feb 22, 2020

i bought the 4-stage ro buddy since it was cheaper than the filters for my spectrapure. 0 tds for now in the beginning

ChicagoShoop · Mar 26, 2020

CuzzA said:
No. You need an RODI. That one does not have a DI stage. I would also weigh the cost of replacement filters into this purchase. The beauty of traditional filter housing units is the filters are very cheap. Also, while you think you're getting a deal, these units do not come with a pressure gauge, auto shut off, flush valve or TDS meter. They are bare bones units.

I wasn't joking when I said you could build a high end unit for around $100.00, give or take a few bucks. If you can push tubing into a quick connect, you can build one.

Hey im in the market for my first RODI. Id love to see what kind of plans you have for a DIY version!