how long dose these filters last before buying new ones?
586814
I've been using the same ones for three years going through approx. 4 gallons a day and they still work great.
586815
What is difference between the Black Berkey Element and the White Ceremaic filters?
586816
Mine have stopped working after 3 months. I just talked with Berkey and they are spec'd to work for 500 gal each. I am being told they should be replaced every 6 months. I would really like to know how anyone has kept there's going for years. I'm pretty frustrated as I thought I was making a long term investment.
586817
It depends on how much water you run through them and how clean the water is. For filtering tap water they should last for several years and the elements can be scrubbed if they get plugged up with sediment - i hope this helps
586818
These filters last practicly forever, if you keep them clean they don't realy wear out, if you are filtering tap water you will need to clean them once or twice a year, more often if the water is more contaminated. They do filter very slowly so you might consider adding extra filters to speed up the process, I have 3 in mine and I'm adding a fouth. Otherwise these filters work fantastik!
586819
Our original set of 4 is still going strong after ~ 15 mos. We use several gallons of water per day. We have only filtered tap water through them. Our water has a pretty strong chlorine smell and taste along with a low level of rust. I have cleaned them twice with a plastic scouring pad. I'm ordering a second set of 4 just to have them on hand. 3000 gallons at 3 gallons per day. 1000 days or ~ 3 years per set. ~$40 per year in water filter costs.
1558130
Go to Monolithic website and read up on these filters. I believe they are good for 6-8 months with the cleaning and shaking then should be replaced.
2191880
They may last up to like 3-6 months, just depends on how much you use the bottle. The filters can be bought right on amazon but I found then at Walmart to be a little cheaper.
200339
I am not sure exactly how long they last, however, we have used ours far longer than the projections and the filter worked great. Sorry i cannot be more exact. I just recently bought the first full filter set. It helps if you clean the outer filter often.
2036958
What is your question? I can't understand why these filters would expire after two or three years if you have not installed them. Perhaps the expiration applies if they've been installed and water has run through them. If you install and let them sit there for three years I can then understand having to change them after two/three year; even if they just sat there unused.
325202
I got them here on amazon. You'd be surprised how long the filters last. I see 10 clue st a day on average and a filter will last me a out a month.
429948
depends on how often you run it and how dirty your air is. Seems like mine lasted about 9 months being run daily. You just wash the pre filter
2069570
I cleaned first filter out with small scrub type brush and used it at least four months. Neato's replacement filters were too expensive so I went online and got a replica off of eBay at fraction of cost. Got a set of four and figure it will last at minimum a year. Fit perfectly too.
2091322
The Carbon in these filters is also virgin charcoal (this just means that the carbon has been treated). They are rated to last up to 1.5 years. The fan also comes with a 1 year manufacturer warranty.
1110824
Depends if you purchased New or Old or Refurbished or so. They do last 3-5 years depending on how well they are looked after.
1322923
From amazon I think I've read 1 year, from another website that sells the same filter I've read 1-2 I guess it depends how much you use it. Hope this helps!
909597
Could it be that it expires if you don't begin to use it for five years? The filters are fabulous, and will last up to 6 months if your water is normal. Ours is hard and full of rust, and it works for about 2 on average. Totally worth the 10 dollars.
2068592
Hi. How old your filter? You have to change it ones per year.I did and I do not have any problem.
1716805
We've had ours for about a year. No issues yet, just need to change the filter.
1229679
I have read on a reliable site, that the black filters will last indefinitely. However, they said if the filters are going to be stored for long periods of time, put them in a re-sealable plastic bag, so that the filters do not absorb any air born contaminates. Jim Imel
1593343
I haven't had any problems with mine since I put it in. Mine been in for at least four months now, my old filter in had to clean it every month and half.
2097861
Yes....and they last a good while. follow the instructions for cleaning them. But, if you use your ShopVac to clean up solvents or oily dirt or such, don't reuse that filter.