I replaced this with a GE FXWTC. 3 month filter but 2 for 12 bucks. It also says .5 micron, flow is much faster. Am I missing something?
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Looking and comparing the specs., I don't think the GE filter is as good as the Culligan.
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One thing missing is clarity in your question. I have used both the D-30 and D-30A...enlarging the hole in the D-30A to match the same size opening as the D-30. I am not familiar with the GE FXWTC, and my suggestion, if both filters claim equal goals for water purification, would be to compare cost over the same period of usage. Also, don't forget when comparing to take into account the hassle involved, if you do need to change a filter more often.
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Sorry Arthur...I think you're right! I ordered a spare filter back in June and thought nothing of it. Then, I went to change my filter this morning and the one they sent me was wrong. My old filter has an opening on both ends and the new one does not. Plus, the part number is different. Maybe it's a new design but I'm not putting it in until I find out. Thanks for making me aware of this. I wouldn't put your's in either. Please let me know if you find something out from the company.
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The higher the Micron rating (50) the less likely you are to lose any pressure.The lower the rating (5), you may see a slight drop in pressure.But keep in mind,the lower the rating,the MORE crap is being filtered out. And you have to change filters on a regular basis,dont wait until the filter is is so covered in sludge that you cant tell that it WAS at one time,white.
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Hi, When I bought, I immediately noticed a big change in the water filtration. So my guess is Yes for their claim of removing not only chlorine but fluorine as well, but the draw back is that the water flow is severely restricted to the point I had to remove the shower head and let the water flow through the pipe which is connected to the filter. I was using a handheld shower head. Now I use a reverse osmosis system of 150 GPD that I bought for 130$ at air water ice website. Call them and they will help you. That will be my suggestion and it removes everything. Buy a pump and a water heater (11-1/2" Max Water Depth Water Heater) and you will be good for 4-6 months with pure water for showering until you buy a new filter set for 10-20$. I had to return my filter because it broke after a while and couldn't filter properly in about a week of use. You can tell from the water pressure. And when I opened the faucet, black carbon water would come out for 2 sec. It's heavy. Considering the price, I will go with reverse osmosis. Hope it helped.
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I have not experienced a slow filtering rate. Definetly not extreme however it is not instant I would not expect it to be that and it takes a nominal amount of time. This wait time is worth the it.
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I am currently using this 5 micron filter as a pre-filter for my Kineko system and it works fine. Depending on the hardness of your water, the lower the microns the more small sediment it cleans out. I have very hard water and am thinking of adding a second filter using the 5 micron filter. With the 5 micron filter it may have to be changed more often because it cleans out more but at the bulk rate price on these filters it is well worth it.
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I thought the same thing when I ordered. I was mislead by the numerous reviews that went on and on and on and others commenting that "50250N is the same thing" --- NO, IT IS NOT. Amazon is selling the 50250S model --- as noted in Amazons "Product Description". I spent most of my time reading the reviews which I suspect are there to skew the readers impression of what they will actually be receiving. ***THIS IS NOT A LIFETIME HEPA FILTER THAT YOU ARE PURCHASING WITH THIS MODEL HERE****50250S, the item being sold here and linked with these reviews, only has a long life Hepa filter, NOT a lifetime hepa filter. I thought the same thing when I ordered. I was mislead by the numerous reviews that went on and on and on and others commenting that "50250N is the same thing" --- NO, IT IS NOT. Amazon is selling the 50250S model --- as noted in Amazons "Product Description". I spent most of my time reading the reviews which I suspect are there to skew the readers impression of what they will actually be receiving. ***THIS IS NOT A LIFETIME HEPA FILTER THAT YOU ARE PURCHASING WITH THIS MODEL HERE****50250S, the item being sold here and linked with... » Read More I thought the same thing when I ordered. I was mislead by the numerous reviews that went on and on and on and others commenting that "50250N is the same thing" --- NO, IT IS NOT. Amazon is selling the 50250S model --- as noted in Amazons "Product Description". I spent most of my time reading the reviews which I suspect are there to skew the readers impression of what they will actually be receiving. ***THIS IS NOT A LIFETIME HEPA FILTER THAT YOU ARE PURCHASING WITH THIS MODEL HERE****50250S, the item being sold here and linked with these reviews, only has a long life Hepa filter, NOT a lifetime hepa filter. « Show Less
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Seems like it's faulty to me. I just replaced my filter with a new one and the flow is the same as the one that came with the unit.
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If the $200 item looks like the picture adjacent to the left, then I would buy that one. I think I bought my filter for about $200 and it works really great. These filters are very simple in construction and I don't understand the reason for the large fluctuation in price.
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I use this unit currently. I can't believe people pay way more than this for units that simply do the same thing. Anyways, I have only replaced two of the filters so far: Coralife 05700 PureFlo 1 Micron Sediment Filter Cartridge and Coralife 05702 Pure Flo II R/O Carbon Block Cartridge. Once you search and find those filters, finding the De-Ionizing filter will be simple. As you face the front of the unit (as depicted on the box) the order is - left to right - 1 micron prefilter, carbon filter, and finally, de-ionizing filter. Easy! Good luck.
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I've been changing the charcoal ones about three months(that's what they say to do),and that seems to be working out ok. You can take the cover off, and see how much stuff has accumulated on the filter, and I guess make your own determination. Have not changed the HEPA yet, I will probably go for the year, and see if it looks like it needs to be changed. It probably will. It's my feeling that most companies have spent lots of $$$$$ testing their products under varying conditions, and have set up the change intervals to optimize performance. 04/12/2014 Just changed the complete set of filters after about a year. The red HEPA light came on, and I ordered a complete set. I figure the cost is about a quarter a day. Not an issue for the increase in air quality. Hint: (1)Press and hold the reset button until it blinks, then it will go out.(2) Use a small hand vac with brush to clean the sensor area, it will pick up impurities quicker, hence, the fan speed increases quicker and doesn't have to run faster as long. After a year, we are completely satisfied with the EL500.
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I have seen mixed opinions about the water flow. I personally had this same issue. But I took the filter off the faucet then took unscrewed the filter out of its housing and made sure all the water was out of filter then did the reinstall steps like I was puting a new filter in. I then put the fu lter back on the faucet. Then very slowly turned the water on to slowly fill the filter with water. And behold I got my flow back I had before. I think there was a air pocket in the filter. Give it a try see what you think. i hope this helps let me know.
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I believe it comes down to the flow. I believe the flow of this filter is 30 gallons per minute. Double check that value, but it should not be a problem. FYI: I use it on a 50 h.p. 2 stroke and the added insurance of a water seperator allows me to go furthet out than I probably should. Besides, its a Racor!
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There are 2 types of filters long skinny or short fat one. My Samsung frig used the long skinny one. I choose to save $25 an buy a knock off brand. I noticed immediately water flow is weak. Then my ice maker quit working. Replaced this filter with a samsung $50 water flow strong an ice maker works. So much for buying a cheaper filter didn't work for me. I'll pay the fifty bucks for a samsung filter from now on.
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I would expect the flow rate to be slightly less than an EZ-1, but I have used two of the EZ-3 filters, and both of them have been considerably slower, little more than a trickle. Most likely they filter better, but I will go back to the EZ-1 next change, if they are still available.
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I used a 3/8" OD plastic tubing to connect to our GE filter. The reason I bought it on Amazon is because Home Depot, where it had been on sale a few days before I bought it on Amazon, was out of stock and our faucet started leaking a lot. When I went back to Home Depot, the faucets were all gone. You might make a trip to Home Depot to see if they are on sale there and check the measurements before you buy it.
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I would be suspect if there was a noticeable flow difference. My experience has been that new filter cartridges produces a better flow for a while and gradually diminishes.