ᐅ Watercat Cube – Recommendation / Experiences with Water Softening Systems?
Created on: 11 Nov 2017 20:11
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Hello everyone,
In our future house, the water hardness is between 23 and 25 dH. I have spoken with some people from the new development area, and many are having a water softening system installed directly. I have done some research online, but honestly, I am a bit unsure. Many people strongly recommend salt-based systems, but what about something like a Watercat Cube? Does a system like that work with my water hardness?
In our future house, the water hardness is between 23 and 25 dH. I have spoken with some people from the new development area, and many are having a water softening system installed directly. I have done some research online, but honestly, I am a bit unsure. Many people strongly recommend salt-based systems, but what about something like a Watercat Cube? Does a system like that work with my water hardness?
We need to decide whether to go with a Grünbeck Softliq MC32 or a BWT Aqa Perla (possibly 4.0). Is one generally recommended over the other, or are they basically the same except for the appearance? Can anyone provide some insight? We definitely want (need) a two-column system.
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
I can't quickly find a datasheet for the BWT.
What is the intended application? The Grünbeck system is quite a large unit, mainly designed for multi-family homes with up to 20 occupants.
Otherwise, both are well-known, reputable manufacturers. Both systems come with DIN-DVGW certification and all kinds of smart features if those matter to you. Just compare the datasheets, especially salt consumption and wastewater volumes, as these are the most important factors for operating costs.
What is the intended application? The Grünbeck system is quite a large unit, mainly designed for multi-family homes with up to 20 occupants.
Otherwise, both are well-known, reputable manufacturers. Both systems come with DIN-DVGW certification and all kinds of smart features if those matter to you. Just compare the datasheets, especially salt consumption and wastewater volumes, as these are the most important factors for operating costs.
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HilfeHilfe16 Nov 2017 07:23And even if I get overwhelmed here, I will ask the plumber what he is trained in, also regarding the follow-up costs.
We are also considering whether a water softening system might make sense, as our water hardness was measured at just under 17°dH in an analysis from May 2017. Is there any calculator available that recommends the ideal water softener, or are there not that many different models on the market?
I am not aware of any truly independent and manufacturer-neutral options.
A difference of 17° is not significant enough to impose special requirements on the system.
The remaining key input for the design is your annual water consumption (consider future needs, such as children) and whether a single system will suffice or if you require a twin system. For each reputable manufacturer (in my opinion: Grünbeck, BWT, Berkefeld, SYR, JUDO, etc.), you will then be left with one or at most two options. You compare their specific consumptions, which should not differ significantly, and of course, check whether your plumber is already a maintenance partner for any of them.
A difference of 17° is not significant enough to impose special requirements on the system.
The remaining key input for the design is your annual water consumption (consider future needs, such as children) and whether a single system will suffice or if you require a twin system. For each reputable manufacturer (in my opinion: Grünbeck, BWT, Berkefeld, SYR, JUDO, etc.), you will then be left with one or at most two options. You compare their specific consumptions, which should not differ significantly, and of course, check whether your plumber is already a maintenance partner for any of them.
Hello,
@Leo did you carry out the test yourselves?
I just looked it up. On Wasserhärte-Deutschland.de, our construction area or city is listed with a hardness of 12.6 dH. Can there be different hardness levels in different districts of the city (small town with 3,000 inhabitants)?
The optimal hardness is around 8.3–8.4 dH, right? Is it even worth investing in a water softening system at 12.6 dH? The operating costs decrease the closer the hardness level is to the optimal value, correct?
Best regards,
denz
@Leo did you carry out the test yourselves?
I just looked it up. On Wasserhärte-Deutschland.de, our construction area or city is listed with a hardness of 12.6 dH. Can there be different hardness levels in different districts of the city (small town with 3,000 inhabitants)?
The optimal hardness is around 8.3–8.4 dH, right? Is it even worth investing in a water softening system at 12.6 dH? The operating costs decrease the closer the hardness level is to the optimal value, correct?
Best regards,
denz
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