RO/DI

AdamG280 · Jun 30, 2023

Hey everybody. I’m thinking about getting some kind of RO DI filtration, but I have no idea how it works. It seems like you have to attach it to a water source, like under the sink, and that doesn’t work for me. I’m looking for something easy that fills up a separate tank with several gallons that I can add reef salt to and use for water changes. I’d prefer to just be able to add tap water to it myself without a direct hook up. Does this exist? Not looking to spend a lot and would like something where the filters are easy to replace and I’ll know exactly when to replace them. Thanks in advance.

19Mateo83 · Jun 30, 2023

Most RO/DI units come with fittings to hook up to your garden hose.

Fishy888 · Jun 30, 2023

BRS sells a faucet adapter that lets you hook your RO/DI unit up to your faucet via a push to connect adapter. This lets you temporarily hook up your RO/DI unit quickly and easily and lets you remove it just as easily. We have to do that since we live in an apartment. The adapter was $13 as I recall.

You just unscrew the faucet aerator and screw in the adapter. It has its own aerator in it so you don’t have to remove the adapter itself. There’s a lever that lets you go between using the RO/DI unit and the tap.

Fishy888 · Jun 30, 2023

19Mateo83 said:
Most RO/DI units come with fittings to hook up to your garden hose.

This is a good option if you live in a house and not an apartment. It may well be a better option in fact especially if you live in a warmer climate.

ErikVR · Jun 30, 2023

If you by 'add tap water to it myself without a direct hook up' you mean filling up some kind of container and have it processed, then no. It needs the pressure from your water line to force it through the filters.

If you're looking to set up a smaller tank you might be better off buying pre-made salt water at your fish store.

AdamG280 · Jun 30, 2023

Fishy888 said:
BRS sells a faucet adapter that lets you hook your RO/DI unit up to your faucet via a push to connect adapter. This lets you temporarily hook up your RO/DI unit quickly and easily and lets you remove it just as easily. We have to do that since we live in an apartment. The adapter was $13 as I recall.

You just unscrew the faucet aerator and screw in the adapter. It has its own aerator in it so you don’t have to remove the adapter itself. There’s a lever that lets you go between using the RO/DI unit and the tap.

Thank you. I’m going to try this in the bathroom. Live in a condo. So much faster than distilling a bunch of water. Just got one on Amazon. Hopefully it works. Comes with an adapter as well.

AdamG280 · Jun 30, 2023

ErikVR said:
If you by 'add tap water to it myself without a direct hook up' you mean filling up some kind of container and have it processed, then no. It needs the pressure from your water line to force it through the filters.

If you're looking to set up a smaller tank you might be better off buying pre-made salt water at your fish store.

Thanks. Watched a video and I think I’m getting it now. I was confusing these filters need for a sump setup.

AdamG280 · Jun 30, 2023

Fishy888 said:
BRS sells a faucet adapter that lets you hook your RO/DI unit up to your faucet via a push to connect adapter. This lets you temporarily hook up your RO/DI unit quickly and easily and lets you remove it just as easily. We have to do that since we live in an apartment. The adapter was $13 as I recall.

You just unscrew the faucet aerator and screw in the adapter. It has its own aerator in it so you don’t have to remove the adapter itself. There’s a lever that lets you go between using the RO/DI unit and the tap.

I just bought a 5 stage premium plus from Bill reef supply. How often will I need to check to make sure it doesn’t overflow?

Reef Psychology · Jun 30, 2023

AdamG280 said:
I just bought a 5 stage premium plus from Bill reef supply. How often will I need to check to make sure it doesn’t overflow?

Depends on your pressure, but it’s highly advised to fill the buckets in the shower or tub if you’re going to use it in the bathroom so if it does overflow it will go down the drain.

Bruttall · Jun 30, 2023

Float Valves will prevent overflow when you're refilling your Reservoir. This is my water station, BRS 5stage RO/Di system, 60g reserve salt mixing tub, the container under the tub is my ATO reservoir. A simple pet food container w/ lid keeps contaminants out.

Budman93 · Jun 30, 2023

AdamG280 said:
Thank you. I’m going to try this in the bathroom. Live in a condo. So much faster than distilling a bunch of water. Just got one on Amazon. Hopefully it works. Comes with an adapter as well.

I also live in a condo if the fitting doesn’t work dm me i can look up the exact thing i ordered. I had never plumbed anything in my life but we eventually found a cheap adapter for under the sink on Amazon and did that. Was actually simple.

Woodyman · Jun 30, 2023

For knowing when to change filters here's a read for you.

RO/DI Basic Guide

There are always a lot of questions regarding which RO/DI setup do I need, how many stages, how do I know when to change filters/membranes, I’m getting a weird TDS value, etc. Hopefully this clarifies a few things and helps some of you out one day. My first recommendation would be to find the...

www.reef2reef.com

PeterEde · Jun 30, 2023

If you live near the sea why not go to nsw?
I was mixing for 12 months and swapped.

thatmanMIKEson · Jun 30, 2023

AdamG280 said:
Hey everybody. I’m thinking about getting some kind of RO DI filtration, but I have no idea how it works. It seems like you have to attach it to a water source, like under the sink, and that doesn’t work for me. I’m looking for something easy that fills up a separate tank with several gallons that I can add reef salt to and use for water changes. I’d prefer to just be able to add tap water to it myself without a direct hook up. Does this exist? Not looking to spend a lot and would like something where the filters are easy to replace and I’ll know exactly when to replace them. Thanks in advance.

use a garden hose adapter that's basically what I do

Mur-lok Garden Hose/Utility Sink Adapter - G.A. Murdock

Two Sizes Available: 1/4" Push Connect x 3/4" Garden Hose 3/8" Push Connect x 3/4" Garden Hose Mur-lok RO fittings are the only RO fittings that feature dual EPDM O-rings to ensure a straight leak free fit. These high-quality American made fittings are constructed with FDA approved...

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