Get to know the Water Filter and its Functions

A water filter is a tool that functions to filter and remove contaminants in the water. The filter media used is usually in the form of a combination of activated carbon which is capable of capturing chemical compounds such as chlorine and metals. In many cases, filters are also useful for sterilizing water from mud, dead insects, bacteria and hazardous waste content.

The filter unit used is usually in the form of a tank made of vinyl, fiberglass, stainless steel, or mild steel filled with sand as the medium. There are types of silica sand, zeolite sand, ferrolite, manganese, or activated carbon. Each of them has different uses depending on the needs for using the sand filter tank.

In everyday life, sand filter tanks are used as the main component in the treatment of irrigation water, drinking water, aquariums and others. Therefore, this tool has a different container shape. Especially for drinking water, the filter should be small so that it can be easily installed in the faucet, kettle, or placed on the dining table.

Besides that, there are other forms of water filters according to their functions that you need to know. Check out the information that has been collected by Sinar Surya Bali below.

Clean Pool Water

As an open water reservoir, swimming pools really need a water filter. Sand filter tanks in swimming pools are generally round tanks equipped with valve heads. The valve connects the filter to the pipe installation that leads to other components such as the water pump and pressure tank.

The diameter of the swimming pool sand filter tank can reach 90 cm with a filling of about 400 kg. The recommended sand for swimming pool filters is silica sand and zeolite sand. This type of filter media is also suitable for use in fish ponds thanks to its ability to increase oxygen levels in the water.

 Sterilizing Well Water

At the household level, water filters are generally used to sterilize well water or PAM (Drinking Water Company) water. In big cities, the use of filters is highly recommended. Environmental pollution and groundwater contamination that are rife are at risk of giving rise to germs and harmful substances such as pesticides, lead, nitrates and mercury. In order for water to be suitable for consumption, you should first make sure of the compounds contained in the well water at your residence.

For matters of water filters, Sinar Surya Bali has various filter recommendations from various well-known brands. The DAB output sand filter tank could be a solution for those of you who are looking for a large capacity pool filter. Equipped with filter media made of silica sand material, this water treatment plant is capable of filtering up to 20,000 liters of water per hour. It is suitable for use as a swimming pool filter.Of course, there are many other water treatment products that you can find at Sinar Surya Bali. Contact us for an order or consultation.