Are ceramic filters better than the black filters? Do ceramic filters take away fluoride or can you use small fluoride filters? Thanks
1476818
I have no comparison between different kinds of filters because I have been using only the ceramic ones and since they do an excellent job I'll stick to them. I don't think the ceramic filters remove the fluoride.
1476819
I am not satisfied with the performance of the Ceramic filters so far. They leave too many solids and do NOT filter fluoride. I would stick with black filters.
1476820
look at their website. I'm only a customer not a service rep. I don't know.
1476821
Both filters work about the same, but the black filters last a lot longer than the ceramic ones. You will still have to use the separate fluoride filters with both of them.
1093459
Berkey's require at least two black filters. If you didn't buy the two black filters when you purchased the Berkey, I highly recommend getting them now. Berkey water tastes great! The black filters do not filter out fluoride, so if you want to filter out the fluoride you can purchase additional white filters, but these are optional and not required for your Berkey to work.
535652
Good questions. Please allow me to refer you to the real authority on water purification. Bill Yost of Flat Fish USA can answer your questions regarding the ceramic water filter. I recently purchased a number of these filters through my city. I have confidence in his advice.
505274
I use it to remove fluoride and chlorine. Some contaminants are particles that are too small for this filter to remove.
1644109
No. I would find out what my water supply level of fluoride is first. I was surprised to learn my municipal supply has very low levels of fluoride, but high lead levels so went with this single filter model.
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I don't think the filters in these fountains (I have two) stop any particulate matter that is as small as what's in Dental Fresh (or any other additive, for that matter). You would need what's called a Whatman filter or a HEPA-type filter to do that. At least, that's my (somewhat) educated guess. I worked in research labs for years and, just looking at the filters that the fountains use, you can see that they're made to stop dust and other 'visible' particulates that may get into the cats' water fountains from the surrounding area. They aren't made to filter out microorganisms or micro-particles. I don't think the filters in these fountains (I have two) stop any particulate matter that is as small as what's in Dental Fresh (or any other additive, for that matter). You would need what's called a Whatman filter or a HEPA-type filter to do that. At least, that's my (somewhat) educated guess. I worked in research labs for years and, just looking at the filters that the fountains use, you can see that they're made to stop dust and other 'visible' particulates that may get into the cats' water fountains from the surrounding area. They aren't made to filter out microorganisms or... » Read More I don't think the filters in these fountains (I have two) stop any particulate matter that is as small as what's in Dental Fresh (or any other additive, for that matter). You would need what's called a Whatman filter or a HEPA-type filter to do that. At least, that's my (somewhat) educated guess. I worked in research labs for years and, just looking at the filters that the fountains use, you can see that they're made to stop dust and other 'visible' particulates that may get into the cats' water fountains from the surrounding area. They aren't made to filter out microorganisms or micro-particles. « Show Less
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Yes, the filter takes out fluoride. That's why I bought this in the first place. The only "catch" - if you want to make sure the fluoride is taken out, you'll need to replace the filter more often, about once every 3 months I think. It will produce great-tasting water for quite a bit longer, but you can't be sure that the fluoride is gone after that. I called them up when I first started using this filter and they explained that to me.
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Yes, and a lot more. Go to www.BerkeyFilters.com for answers to all your questions. We have had our system for years now, have replaced the PF-2 (fluoride & other contaminants) twice now, but the black filters can last a very long time - just need to be cleaned periodically with a 3-M pad. It's the best system on the market, least expensive to purchase and least expensive to operate, and can be used outside (camping, emergency water needs, etc.). Nothing better available; we very highly recommend it.
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There are many filters on the market that remove chlorine and other particulates, but the Omica Shower Filter that I purchased is one of the few that claims to remove fluoride, too. That is why I bought it, but I have not had it tested. If I find that it does not remove fluoride, I will not purchase another.
1139418
Pretty sure the only way to remove fluoride is through reverse osmosis. The Seychelle filters claim to this...but so far have failed independent testing.
1969366
From what I am reading, most water filters do not. You need a special filter called an Activated Alumina Defluoridation Filter. These filters are used in locales where fluorosis is prevalent. They are relatively expensive (lowest price I saw was $30/filter) and require frequent replacement, but do offer an option for home water filtration.
859267
Probably not, or at least not significantly. The Culligan FM-15RA level 3 filter probably contains mostly activated carbon (charcoal). (That's the black material you see when you first install a new filter.) The activated carbon works really well for some things, but not for fluoride. Check out an article in the Journal of Canadian Dental Association titled, "Neither hollow-fibre membrane filters nor activated-charcoal filters remove fluoride from fluoridated tap water". The results of this scientific study are dated June 2008 and can be found in an abstract on the web. The water was tested for fluoride before and after using activated charcoal filters. There was concern that the filters might remove so much fluoride from tap water that further fluoridation of the water was required. According this study, some fluoride was removed by the filter from tap water, but only in the very early stages of the filter lifetime. In other words, it might work for a short time, but not for long.
1593511
Thank you for your question. Unfortunately there's not a filter that removes fluoride. Please let us know if you have any questions. Best regards.
1565455
You absolutely need to do more research on that -- and I would start by asking Pelican. They do make a filtration system for fluoride removal, but that's a pricier whole-house system. The only other method that I know of for fluoride removal is reverse osmosis, which isn't impossible but looks like a much more sophisticated process than regular filtration.
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Q. Does the ZeroWater filter remove Fluoride? A. ZeroWater filters are not certified for the reduction of fluoride however fluoride is an inorganic compound. The TDS meter is designed to detect inorganic compounds. Fluoride levels in water are usually around 2 to 4 ppm, which will show up on the meter as 002 to 004. So when filtered water reads 000 it is not likely that fluoride is present in water. For more FAQs about filters go to www.zerowater.com.
770727
Thanks for the response. I have read about "solid block carbon filters" that remove fluoride, so I will look into that. Thanks again!
861926
When looking into the Doulton site, this is what I found:Fluoride: Most Doulton filters will not remove fluoride. However, optional fluoride filters can be added to those filters. They screw onto the stems of the ceramic filters, and when installed will be hanging below the top chamber. Add on fluoride filters are not needed when the system is used with the CeraMetix all in one ceramic and fluoride filter.