Water filter installation in Brisbane

Reverse Osmosis systems installation

Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems are advanced water filtration units that remove a wide range of contaminants from water. These water filter systems work on the principle of reverse osmosis, where water is forced through a penetrable membrane under pressure. This water filtration process removes dissolved solids, bacteria, and other impurities from the water.

The basic principle of the reverse osmosis process involves pushing water through a membrane with tiny pores. These pores are so small that they allow water molecules to pass through but block larger molecules like dissolved salts, bacteria, and other contaminants.

A typical RO system we install at Mitchell Plumbing & Gas includes several key components:

Pre-filters: These remove larger particles like sediment and chlorine from the water before it reaches the RO membrane. This water filtration step helps protect and extend the life of the membrane.

Reverse Osmosis Membrane: This is the heart of the water filter system. It's a penetrable membrane that removes up to 99% of dissolved contaminants from the water.

Post-filters: After the water passes through the RO membrane, it goes through a final polishing stage. This often includes a carbon filter to improve taste and remove any remaining odours.

Storage tank: Because the RO process is relatively slow, most water filter systems include a storage tank to hold the purified water for when you need it.

Dispensing faucet: A separate tap is usually installed at your sink to dispense the RO-filtered water.

Activated Carbon Filters installation

Activated Carbon Filters are water purification devices that use specially treated carbon to remove contaminants from water. These water filters are highly effective at improving water taste and odour, making them a popular choice for many Brisbane homes and businesses.

The basic principle of activated carbon filtration is adsorption. This means that contaminants in the water stick to the surface of the carbon particles as water passes through the filter. Here's how it works:

1. The carbon is "activated" by processing it at very high temperatures. This creates a highly porous surface with a large surface area.

2. As water flows through the water filter, contaminants are attracted to and bind with the carbon's surface.

3. The clean water then flows out of the water filter, leaving behind the trapped contaminants.

Activated carbon is particularly good at removing chlorine, sediment, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and many other chemicals that can affect water taste and smell.