Rodi

dreamcatcherr9 · Jun 17, 2020

Clownface said:
the only problem I have with the Cyclone 4 is that shipping is close to $30. Any suggestions or is it worth the shipping?thanks

You can find a place with free shipping. But I like AirWaterIce unit I purchased (typhoon III). Super easy to install. $30 shipping is not unreasonable.

Clownface · Jun 17, 2020

Thanks much. I’m about to place an order for the cyclone 4. Any last-minute suggestions?thanks much.

Sebastiancrab · Jun 17, 2020

Clownface said:
Thanks much. I’m about to place an order for the cyclone 4. Any last-minute suggestions?thanks much.

I would get the TDS meter and the pressure guage for sure. I also got add fixtures for the hose and laundry room. Have not studied the package you are looking at but the price was very reasonable to get the drinking water option with the tank. More bang for your buck! The shipping was much more reasonable than Buckeye Hydro.

Clownface · Jun 17, 2020

Elaine123 said:
I would get the TDS meter and the pressure guage for sure. I also got add fixtures for the hose and laundry room. Have not studied the package you are looking at but the price was very reasonable to get the drinking water option with the tank. More bang for your buck! The shipping was much more reasonable than Buckeye Hydro.

which tds meter would you go with? Is the handheld doable?

Sebastiancrab · Jun 17, 2020

Clownface said:
which tds meter would you go with? Is the handheld doable?

Yes, I bought the handheld. You will need it. The water is not pure at first for one thing. Also, make sure you flush your filters out before you start creating water. My instructions only stated that in the replacing filter section. I only found that out the day after I started creating water and it was too late.

Clownface · Jun 17, 2020

Was just researching AirWaterIce and they say:

https://airwaterice.com/
“FUN FACT! Did you know the best filters you can purchase are ALWAYS the most APPLICABLE to filtering what is in your specific water source, NOT the most expensive. We review your water quality report and help you find out what is in your water and recommend a filter array to get the results you demand.“

Should I explore this option or will it be alright to go without it?

Sebastiancrab · Jun 17, 2020

Clownface said:
Was just researching AirWaterIce and they say:

https://airwaterice.com/
“FUN FACT! Did you know the best filters you can purchase are ALWAYS the most APPLICABLE to filtering what is in your specific water source, NOT the most expensive. We review your water quality report and help you find out what is in your water and recommend a filter array to get the results you demand.“

Should I explore this option or will it be alright to go without it?

You should order a system that is reef not drinking water (unless you want dual). It will then come with the mandatory filters you need. You need to also know why type of chemical is used in your local water supply. If it is chloramine, you will need an additional filter. Your water utility should have it online. Well water is different too. Talk to Joe at AirWaterIce if you need too.

Every geographic area's chemicals, water pressure and water quality can vary somewhat.

Clownface · Jun 17, 2020

Elaine123 said:
You should order a system that is reef not drinking water (unless you want dual). It will then come with the mandatory filters you need. You need to also know why type of chemical is used in your local water supply. If it is chloramine, you will need an additional filter. Your water utility should have it online. Well water is different too. Talk to Joe at AirWaterIce if you need too.

Every geographic area's chemicals, water pressure and water quality can vary somewhat.

I’ll be sure to get in touch with Joe.thanks much.

Clownface · Jun 17, 2020

One last question.The cyclone 4 is a “reef keeper”. Will this do? Or is it for only drinking water or is it for both aquariums and drinking?thanks

Hop2jr · Jun 17, 2020

Yes that rodi system will work for reef aquarium. Like others have said the pressure gauge is nice to have and tds meter is a must. Anything else you can add later. Just make sure to follow directions when starting it up, most have you remove the di filter to flush the system then put it back in to run. Looks like a nice system FoR the price.

KStatefan · Jun 18, 2020

Elaine123 said:
You should order a system that is reef not drinking water (unless you want dual). It will then come with the mandatory filters you need. You need to also know why type of chemical is used in your local water supply. If it is chloramine, you will need an additional filter. Your water utility should have it online. Well water is different too. Talk to Joe at AirWaterIce if you need too.

Every geographic area's chemicals, water pressure and water quality can vary somewhat.

I think this is always the best answer. Build a system for your water not some national average.

One thing I do not care for on the Cyclone system in the sediment filter being a 5 micron and the carbon block a 1 micron. I would change that to a 0.5 or 1 micron to let the carbon do its job. I am sure they would switch it out for just a few dollars.

Sebastiancrab · Jun 18, 2020

Clownface said:
One last question.The cyclone 4 is a “reef keeper”. Will this do? Or is it for only drinking water or is it for both aquariums and drinking?thanks

No, the cyclone 4 is only reef. Here is the one I purchased. The price was reasonable for the drinking water addition.

DUAL HOME REEF

Dual Home Reef 6-Stg Drinking Water / ReefKeeper RODI (50 - 100 gpd). Build and customize a RODI system for saltwater aquarium water changes.

airwaterice.com

Clownface · Jun 18, 2020

Elaine123 said:
No, the cyclone 4 is only reef. Here is the one I purchased. The price was reasonable for the drinking water addition.

DUAL HOME REEF

Dual Home Reef 6-Stg Drinking Water / ReefKeeper RODI (50 - 100 gpd). Build and customize a RODI system for saltwater aquarium water changes.

airwaterice.com

I meant to say that I don’t need the rodi for drinking water purposes. Thanks

Buckeye Hydro · Jul 16, 2020

Snoopy 67 said:
Generally if you do not tap into a supply line you use a plastic garden hose splitter hooked up to a sink or washing machine.

There is no need to use a plastic fitting here - remember this is BEFORE the RO membrane. You can use a higher quality more durable splitter.

Buckeye Hydro · Jul 16, 2020

KStatefan said:
I think this is always the best answer. Build a system for your water not some national average.

One thing I do not care for on the Cyclone system in the sediment filter being a 5 micron and the carbon block a 1 micron. I would change that to a 0.5 or 1 micron to let the carbon do its job. I am sure they would switch it out for just a few dollars.

With non-chlorinated well water, there is no need for a high end carbon block. So for the carbon block I'd go for a 5 micron. For the sediment filter... you'll want to do a little experimenting. You may find a 1 mic sediment filter clogs too quickly. If so, go with a 5 micron sediment filter followed by a 1 micron sediment filter.
Russ