Does anyone know what percent of lead this filter removes? I could not find that info.
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According to a company that markets the FM-15A it filters out 98.9% of the lead which I think is pretty typical for Solid Block Carbon filters. The filter is NSF certified, Consumers report has tested it and for a charge you can get a copy of it from this link; http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/home-garden/kitchen/water-filters/water-filter-ratings/models/overview/culligan-fm-15a-99028663.htm Culligan FM-15A Faucet Filter Features: The Culligan FM-15A Faucet Filter is a Level 3 advanced filtration filter. The FM-15A is NSF International certified, and effectively reduces lead, cysts and much more, from up to 200 gallons of water from your faucet. Includes a FM-15RA carbon block cartridge Reduces 99.95% cryptosporidium and giardia cysts Reduces 98.9% lead Reduces chlorine taste and odor, and sediment Attaches easily to the faucet -- no tools required Faucet adapter included -- simply pull the diverter valve stem to receive filtered water right from the tap NSF International Certified
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it depends on which type of filter you get for the mask. There are different grades of filters that are intended for different purposes, depending on what type of work you are doing. There are filters you can buy that will filter out gases and lead particulate.
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City water at 50 ppm should be good enough. Read county water report for lead/mercury and other contaminants info. To make it safer and taste better, you may use countertop filter (#CKC2) or Ultrafiltration filter (#CU-A3). Countertop filter removes sediments, rust and dirt (not counted in TDS) and chloride/odd/smell (using activated carbon, like most pitcher, faucet and fridge filters do but with much larger capacity). The Ultrafiltration uses 0.01 micron membrane that can even filter out virus and bacteria (Google "CDC ultrafiltration" and "LifeStraw" for details) without creating waste water so it can be installed anywhere (such as behind fridge). iSpring Water Systems (678) 261-7611 sales@ispringfilter.com City water at 50 ppm should be good enough. Read county water report for lead/mercury and other contaminants info. To make it safer and taste better, you may use countertop filter (#CKC2) or Ultrafiltration filter (#CU-A3). Countertop filter removes sediments, rust and dirt (not counted in TDS) and chloride/odd/smell (using activated carbon, like most pitcher, faucet and fridge filters do but with much larger capacity). The Ultrafiltration uses 0.01 micron membrane that can even filter out virus and bacteria (Google "CDC ultrafiltration" and "LifeStraw" for details)... » Read More City water at 50 ppm should be good enough. Read county water report for lead/mercury and other contaminants info. To make it safer and taste better, you may use countertop filter (#CKC2) or Ultrafiltration filter (#CU-A3). Countertop filter removes sediments, rust and dirt (not counted in TDS) and chloride/odd/smell (using activated carbon, like most pitcher, faucet and fridge filters do but with much larger capacity). The Ultrafiltration uses 0.01 micron membrane that can even filter out virus and bacteria (Google "CDC ultrafiltration" and "LifeStraw" for details) without creating waste water so it can be installed anywhere (such as behind fridge). iSpring Water Systems (678) 261-7611 sales@ispringfilter.com « Show Less
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Unfortunately I can not offer an exact percentage, maybe that information is available trough the manufacturer. I will say installation is easy, you will lose a small portion or water velocity at first until the filter is used more. I can say that in Austin and Houston, TX you are able to smell the chlorine flowing from an unfiltered tap which is not the case once this shower filter is installed.
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Here is what I found: Virtually all brass has lead in it. Brass is composed of copper and zinc, and they throw some lead in it for machinability. The lead percentage varies, but is usually around 2%. It can be as high as 7%. The EPA and the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) states that brass fittings used for human water consumption have to contain less than 8% to be safe and to be considered "lead-free." During the machining process, the lead acts as a lubricant. The end result is that a micro-thin layer of lead gets smeared over the machined surface. This amount should not cause concern, but it is possible to remove it if desired. Simply mix white distilled vinegar (5% acetic acid) with 3% hydrogen peroxide. You want it mixed in a 2-to-1 volume ratio. Immerse and swish the brass you are cleaning in this solution for approximately 10 minutes. It should change to a buttery yellow/gold color when it has been totally cleaned. If it starts to have a green/bluish color, it's been in too long, and you need to rinse and start over with fresh solution. You'll want to wear gloves or use tongs because the solution can irritate your skin. Hope this helps clarify things for you? Cheers. Alf
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To the best ofmy knowledge it is lead free. None of the instructions that come with it say anything about lead and there do not seem to be any lead parts, Hope this helps.
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in addition to natural news... http://fitlife.tv/7-most-popular-countertop-water-filters-tested-for-removal-of-heavy-metals-and-radioactive-elements/ same conclusions here though. lists exact removal measurements.
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I believe it filters roughly 75% of chorline. It is the same exact filter at their Sprite Shower head, which I also have. The filter is sold at Lowes, so I would suggest either going to Lowes to look at the filter or going to Sprite's website to view the specs. I have had it for 3 months and pleased with the results.
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I'm betting that warning is given to cover the wacko laws of the State of California. I've taken my unit apart and have seen no lead solder or any other source of lead. It could be that some odd part might have a lead ratio of one lead atom to a trillion of some other metal. Masterbuilt is a reputable company. I seriously doubt if they are going to put any product on the market with a measurable lead content. They are big on customer service and satisfaction. Buy the unit and enjoy it!
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Hello there is a small magnet set into the filter cartridge. It is there to help remove metals.
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It does remove fluoride when the filter is fresh, but the longer you use the filter, the more metals will pass through. The water where I live is so bad, I only got two weeks from a filter. That costs too much for me, so we now rent a reverse osmosis system.
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With the 2 filters on this unit i can't see why it would not reduce the tds i don't know of any filters that completely remove all contaminates
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I really don't know in numbers how much chlorine is removed, but the chlorine odor is no longer even noticeable to me with this filter. I personally wouldn't be without the culligan filter. Thank you, I hope this helps
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I have no idea but the filter is made of metal and that is the majority of the filter
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Yes, the special resin components in the filter are designed to remove 85% of the fluoride in the water.Customer Support,New Century Innovations (NCI) http://www.amazon.com/shops/nci-nu
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I believe it is lead free, though I am not positive. If it has any lead (unlikely) it would be in such small amounts that it could only matter if you were using the water for human consumption. I don't expect that you are passing water through the device and into your mouth. If you are, check with Wilkins.
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I don't know about it being lead free. This faucet is slightly different from the one I have. Sorry I couldn't be of help.