Opinions re RoDi unit

[v2k]

My main issue maintaining the marine aquarium is maintaining water quality because it is so heavy to carry purchased water.

Do you all think a RoDi unit would solve my issue and also I wonder about your reccomendations. For example, request opinion regarding Pinnacle RoDi which advertses itself as

"3-Stage Units
* Single carbon pre-filter ensures long membrane life and 5-micron sediment pre-filter removes particulate matter to keep water sparkling
* Removes up to 99% of all impurities - including silicates - for clean, clear aquarium or tap water
* 4-way automatic shutoff valve eliminates flooding
* 35 gpd or 50 gpd systems fit your unique aquarium"

thanks, v2k

[Bill S]

Mine came from: www.aquasafecanada.com - see their ebay listings for better prices. A 100gpd unit for about $100. I'm VERY happy with them, and the much more expensive Coralife unit I have is a piece of junk (I have 2 ro/di units).

[caferacermike]

I suggest the economy model from Buckeye Field supply. The price is right and Buckeye really really spends quality time helping the members at maast for no apparent reason.

[JimD]

No apparent reason? lol.... My guess would be to help promote the company and its wares. After all, you suggested them. :) seems like the strategy is working.

[erikharrison]

I'll piggyback on this one... Which is the bestttttt with the easiest to find and maintainable cartridges???????? Links to a good small one?

[jroescher]

You can spend as much or as little as you want for a ro/di unit, but expect to pay about $100 for a decent unit if you shop around. I bought mine from FilterDirect (much better prices on their ebay store), but I will likely buy replacement filters from Buckeye because of what I hear about thier customer service and prices.

You want a filter unit that at least has a sediment filter, followed by 1 or 2 carbon filters, followed by a Reverse Osmosis filter, followed by a DeIonizer.

You can add more if you want drinking water, another carbon filter and pressurized storage tank, and sink valve. Even more options are pressure guages and TDS meters, auto shut off valve, flush valve, and probably much more.

Browse around http://www.buckeyefieldsupply.com/ and you'll find some information that will help you decide.

[brewercm]

I have the same unit bstreep is using and have been happy with it. I prefer the four stage which has two carbon filters after the sediment then the RO membrane.

[Texreefer]

my vote goes to http://www.buckeyefieldsupply.com/ excellent customer service.. great prices

[tomanero]

Was told my water has chloramine so guess I need a seperate chloromine unit with the RO/DI.
Am I correct?

[Texreefer]

two carbon filters are always better.. but one that has a great chloramine absorbtion capacity is the best way to go

v2K -- if you have a sump (i can't rmember) get them to set you up with an automated unit and if nothing else you can run the line through the attic to your tank for auto top off and no lines laying around

[v2k]

Okay, so buckeye it will be...I can only imagine water lines running through the attic alongside the internet cables...that solution is a new one!

Thanks to all...V.

[BuckeyeHydro]

Was told my water has chloramine so guess I need a seperate chloromine unit with the RO/DI.
Am I correct?

Hi folks - thanks for your vote of confidence!

With chloramine in your water, you'll want the "Chloramine Special." This system includes an extra catalytic GAC stage specifically to deal with the chloramine.

Russ @ BFS

[tomanero]

Russ,
Thanks for the input.
Does buckeye offer a discount to MAAST members?

[BuckeyeHydro]

You mean a discount below our normal prices that on any given item are at or very near the industy low? Ouch - you guys are tough!

[tomanero]

Does anyone else have Chloramine in their water and using a chloromine specific stage on their RO/DI?
Or not using one? The results?
Thanks