Aqua-Safe Aquarium II – Complete Water Purification for the Serious Aquarist
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Aqua-Safe is the industry leader in top-of-the-line aquarium water purification systems. The premium Aquarium II system is affordable and provides worry-free, highly effective water filtration you can trust. In fact, it is equal or better in quality to Aquafina™ (Pepsi) and Dasani™ (The Coca-Cola Company).
Aquariums Need Reverse Osmosis Water
Reef aquariums, saltwater aquariums, and fresh water aquariums all need specially filtered and mixed water. Regular tap water will cause problems in the aquarium because of the unfiltered contaminants and compounds that are in city and well water. Saltwater Marine aquariums need to start with water that has been through reverse osmosis and deionization so that you know exactly what is in your artificial saltwater mixture. Using tap water in any type of aquarium will produce disastrous results such as improper pH levels, excessive algae growth, and dead or sickly aquatic life.
Solve Your Aquarium Problems
An aquarium with water problems is annoying and costly. Your valuable time is wasted trying to stabilized water conditions and maintain the water environment. Your aquatic life suffers, and you have a chronic problem.
Investing in a professional-grade RO + DI system will rid you of the headaches associated with poor water quality, and have you – and your underwater friends – enjoying the natural beauty of aquatic life in no time.
Using RODI water for your regular water changes will give you professional results in your aquarium. Reverse osmosis water is the solution to your most frustrating aquarium problems:
- Algae growth problems
- Freshwater aquarium plants thrive with RO water’s controlled pH levels
- Saltwater fish, reef aquarium, and marine aquarium owners must use purified water when making saltwater with a salt mix and other supplements
Aquarium II RO-DI Filtration Package – Everything You Need for Pristine Water
The Aquarium II is a 5 stage system that includes the following:
1. Needle Piercing Valve for feed water
2. Saddle Clamp for discharge water
3. Durable Filter Change Wrench *NEW*
4. Heavy-Duty RO Membrane Change Wrench *NEW*
5. Refillable, sturdy Clear Canister with 6 oz. color changing DI resin from Purolite
6. Set of 3 Pre & Post RO Filters (5M sedimentary, GAC carbon, 5M carbon block)
7. Automatic External Shut-off Valve with Quick Connectors
8. 10 Feet Extra Tubing for easy aquarium filling
9. FDA Approved Food Grade Color Tubing
10. Externally mounted Adjustable Flow Restrictor *EXCLUSIVE & NEW*
New Enhanced Features – Same Great Price!
Aqua-Safe has added enhanced features to the best-selling Aqua-Safe Aquarium model to make it even better! The Aqua-Safe Aquarium II gives you more for your money with these must-have features:
• Aqua-Safe’s exclusive new Adjustable Flow Restrictor
Now you control the volume of waste water!
• State-of-the-art, newly engineered Quick Connectors with an O-ring and Safety Clip
No more leaky connectors!
• Innovative Pre-System Gate Valve
The shut-off gate is before the system!
• Ultra-handy RO membrane Housing Wrench
Change the membrane and control the tension with a twist!
• More durable Filter Wrench for changing filters
This essential tool is now stronger!
Top 10 Reasons to Buy an Aqua-Safe Aquarium II System
10. Simple Installation
Installing an Aqua-Safe system in your home is easy - you can do it yourself! You will receive your system pre-assembled, with the exception of a few connections that could be easily broken in transit. The installation is not complicated; we provide directions and our FREE 24/7 email tech support can answer any questions you may have. Only novice assembly skills are required.
9. No Electricity Needed!
One of the most important benefits of an Aqua-Safe water filtration system is that it requires NO ELECTRICITY whatsoever.
8. Save Your Household Money
Do you buy bottled water for your aquarium? Once your aquarium water starts coming from an Aqua-Safe Aquarium II system, you will never need to purchase bottled water again. This will save you thousands of dollars alone! Aqua-Safe’s water purification system IS THE SAME TECHNOLOGY THAT IS USED BY THE WATER BOTTLING PLANTS, only this water is only $0.01 per gallon. Can you say that about commercially bottled water?
7. Best Results with an Unbelievable Price
You will not find a better quality system on the market today. When comparing system capabilities, you will quickly see that Aqua-Safe has state-of-the-art features, power, and abilities that exceed expectations.
This powerful system can refill your tank in the shortest amount of time possible. Your fish will thank you for the short disruption.
While other systems of equal quality start at $500 or more, the Aqua-Safe Aquarium II is value priced at a fraction of the cost.
6. Aqua-Safe Aquarium II Warranty
This system comes with a one year repair or replacement part warranty.
5. Enjoy a Professional-Looking Aquarium with Purified Water
Using potable water that has been purified through the Aqua-Safe Aquarium II is healthier than using it straight from the tap. Water is the most important substance on the planet. Aquatic life must have pure water, or pure water-based salt water, to survive. When putting tap water in your aquarium, do you think about all the harmful chemicals and other pollutants that are in your water? RO-DI water filtration gives you the peace of mind to know that your water has passed through three layers of filter to remove even the smallest contaminants.
4. Free Email Tech Support
Nervous about the set-up and maintenance of your Aqua-Safe Aquarium II? Not to worry. Unlike other water purification companies, Aqua-Safe provides customers with full-service email tech support for any questions you many have regarding the installation, use, and maintenance of your system. Sometimes a minor issue can prevent your system from working. Our FREE email tech support can help you fix it easily and quickly, and keep your water flowing!
3. Add-On Optional Accessories
Depending on your specific needs and set-up, you may want additional add-on accessories. Accessories available for the Aqua-Safe Aquarium II include:
• TDS Meter
Critical for system maintenance and problem solving.
• PSI Meter
The only way to tell if the RO membrane is working properly, and at what efficiency. It is also the only way to know when the DI filter is exhausted.
• Connector Kit
Everything you need to connect and/or run a line to your fish tank, and another place like instant hot water, refrigeration water supply or icemaker, humidifier, distant storage tank, or a second faucet.
• Alternative Adapters
For a $5 additional charge per part, you can choose a hose adaptor, garden hose adaptor, or in-line “T” connector. The “T” connector can be used to run the water line to your fish tank, and another outlet.
2. Aqua-Safe Washes Away the Competition!
Aqua-Safe is undoubtedly the best on the market for domestic water purification. The Aqua-Safe Aquarium II is far superior to other systems on the market, many of which cost 100% MORE. In another words, the Aqua-Safe is a steal at HALF THE PRICE.
And The #1 Reason to Buy an Aqua-Safe Aquarium II is…
1. Reduce Waste Water with the EXCLUSIVE Variable Flow Resistor
Conserve water! For the first time, you can have control over the water used in your system, and fine tune the system for your home. With the revolutionary Variable Flow Resistor, you will have control over the water used and be able to reduce waste water discharge. You don’t have to waste as much water as other systems do. Our new design can adjust the discharge for maximum water conservation. The Variable Flow Resistor also makes it possible to deliver more pressure to the membrane, if needed.
For years, we have been frustrated with the inability to regulate any change in the pressure within the RO system. And since 95% of the problems with a filtration system are water pressure-related, it was a no-brainer for us to engineer this technology. Aqua-Safe is the one product on the market that has this functionality.
Common Questions
What are the details about the key components of the system?
Pre-Filters
• Highest possible capacity
• Made from burnt coconut shells instead of coal or wood charcoal
• They will last a 3 gallon per day home 12 months, a 5-6 gallon per day home - 6 months
Membrane
• Auto-flushes contaminants down the drain
• Handles 100 gallons per day (GPD)
• TFC membrane made with material from DOW Chemical
• Made in the USA by Applied Membranes
• Certified by NSF
• Maximum efficiency of 2-7 years depending on membrane maintenance and water conditions
Nominal Membrane Rejections Performance
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Inorganic Contaminant
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TFC membrane
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Inorganic Contaminant
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TFC membrane
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Chloride
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90-95%
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Mercury
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95-97%
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Chromium
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93-98%
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Hardness Ca & Mg
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95-98%
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Cyanide
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90-95%
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Radioactivity
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95-98%
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Aluminum
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97-98%
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Amonium
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85-95%
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Arsenic
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93-98%
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Radium
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96-98%
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Barium
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95-98% |
Clorine |
94-97% |
| Calcium |
95-98% |
Phosphate |
97-98% |
| Sodium |
94-98% |
Sulfate |
97-98% |
| Magnesium |
95-98% |
Nitrate |
92-95% |
| Iron |
97-98% |
Boron |
60-70% |
| Cooper |
97-98% |
Fluoride |
93-95% |
| Nickel |
97-98% |
Chromate |
90-97% |
| Cadmium |
95-98% |
Bacteria |
99% |
| Silver |
95-97% |
Organic pesticidies |
96-99% |
| Zinc |
97-99% |
Stroncium |
93-98% |
Membranes are rated at 65 PSI and 200TDS and 77F. If those are present, then these are the expected rejections. This is for the membrane only. The secondary treatment by the DI resins get virtually all the remaining dissolved solids.
Demineralization by Ionization (DI) Resin
• DI beads change color when depleted, indicating strength of the DI resin
• Our clear container allows for easy viewing of beads, to know exactly when to change
• Tightly packed beads promotes effective water flow and eliminates channels
• Highest quality DI resin available on the market
• Made in the USA by Purolite
• Average home-use is 6 oz. every 3-4 months
Reverse osmosis water purification: What it is, how does it work, and why do I need it?
Reverse osmosis is regarded as the best, most effective home-use water filtration system on the market. This method is the same process, with the same type of system, that bottled water manufacturer’s use.
Water filtration systems that do not use reverse osmosis are much less effective. The filters used on these systems do not include the membrane filter, only a filter that only removes pollutants with a large particle size. The filters take out chunky particles, while undesirable contaminants that are fine or dissolved are left behind in the water. Obviously, reverse osmosis water filtration produces the safest, best quality aquarium water.
A reverse osmosis water purification system is a series of filters that connect to provide nearly 100% pure water. Reverse osmosis gets 95-98% of the bad stuff out of the water, while RO+DI gets virtually 100%.
What is the science behind reverse osmosis?
A very simple description of how reverse osmosis works in the situation of water filtration is an over-simplification. However, the best way to explain RO is that it occurs when water is forced through a semi-permeable membrane at high pressure, thus removing tiny particles and pollutants in the water. The water is then considered “demineralized.”
First, the RO system forces water first through a pre-filter that is the size of a flashlight. The water flows through this pre-filter which removes sediment, and then passes through a membrane that screens out even the smallest of pollutants. One last cleaning sweep of the water through the carbon filter takes care of any remaining dangerous particles, delivering crystal clear aquarium water.
Who needs RO-filtered water?
Whether you are a passionate aquarist or a new aquarium hobbyist, this is the system for you. If you are concerned about the safety of your water, RO filtered water will give you peace of mind. Even approved tap water that has been processed by your city’s water authority contains harmful chemicals and pollutants such as pesticides, heavy metals, and lead. RO purification removes contaminants with the RO triple-filtered process. You will enjoy the peace of mind, cost savings, and convenience.
What does it remove?
A comprehensive system that has a pre and post filter, and reverse-osmosis membrane will screen out heavy metals like cooper, lead, cadmium, chromium, and mercury, as well as other dangerous substances like arsenic, pesticides, salt, cysts, nitrates, trihalomethanes, and giardia - to name a few. The system can also remove some viruses and bacteria.
How does RO-filtered water compare to fine bottled spring water?
It’s better. The RO technology is the same technique that’s used by all major water bottling companies.
De-Ionization (DI): What it is, and why do I need it?
With a reverse osmosis system about 95% of the TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) in the source water are removed. For ultra-pure water with a TDS level at or near zero, the Aqua-Safe Aquarium II includes DI processing, which when paired with the RO membrane and the pre and post filters, provides complete water purification.
After water passes through the RO membrane, it goes through the DI process, which involves multi-layered, mixed-bed deionization cartridges. In the DI process, even difficult-to-remove contaminants are brought to nearly undetectable levels. A DI cartridge has resin beds of positively and negatively charged polymers which attract the contaminants when water runs over them, and chemically remove them from the water. The result is ultra-pristine water that is very low in pollutants and chemicals.
The pre-filter has coconut in it? How does that work?!?
The carbon pre-filter in the Aqua-Safe Aquarium II contains highly effective carbon derived from coconut shells. The shells were converted to pure carbon using a special process that gave it the ability to absorb organics, chromates, sulfides and chlorine. The coconut shell carbon is also used to filter out nitric acid, peroxides, and other strong elements from the water.
The Benefits of the Aquarium II System:
• Ultra-Pure Water
It makes water 99-100% pure. The water produced from this system is of the same purity of water used to manufacture pharmaceuticals, computer chips, and circuit boards.
• A Powerful & Fast System Designed for Home Use – Well Water or City Water
The Aqua-Safe Aquarium II was created for use in the home. It can be installed almost at almost any water source to keep the bad stuff out of your water.
• Great for Aquariums
DI is known to be great for reef tanks and all other types of aquariums.
• Use for Gardening - Plants love it!
Grow the best vegetables, fruits, and other vegetation with uncontaminated, pure water.
• Wash Your Car With It!
Car washes use RO water in the final rinse stage for a professional, spotless finish. Imagine washing your car with crystal clear, pristine pure sparkling water. With the Aquarium II from Aqua-Safe, this indulgence is affordable at only $0.01 per gallon.
With all of the issues in today’s water supply, even the certified safe drinking water from your city or well is not that pure. Take control of the water used in your aquarium by adding a water filtration system. For a penny per gallon, you can afford the luxury of purified water.
The Difference between the Aqua-Safe Aquarium II and Maximus II or Home II Systems
The Aquarium II model is designed for the large scale production of aquarium water. The Maximus II is a drinking water 6 stage system which includes RO and DI, the Home II system is a drinking water 5 stage system with just RO. Since taste is not important in aquarium water, the Aquarium II is a 5 stage system that does not include the post-filter for taste.
The Aquarium II package does not include the drinking water components that are included with the Maximus II system. These parts are the mountable drinking faucet, the GAC final post-filter that is used as a final screen for water taste, and the tank.
Comparison Chart:
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Maximus II (full set) |
Maximus II (starter set) |
Home II (full set) |
Home II (starter set) |
Aquarium II (full set) |
Aquarium II (starter set) |
| 6 stage purification system (including RO-DI) |
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| 5 stage purification system (only RO) |
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| 5 stage purification system (RO-DI, without post test filter) |
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| TDS meter (reccomended for proper installation) |
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| Case of 18 PRE and POST RO-DI water filters (3-year supply) |
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| Bag of Purolite Color Changing Resin (2-year supply) |
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| Price: |
$369.99 |
$279 |
$349 |
$269 |
$349 |
$249 |
The Difference between the Aqua-Safe Maximus II and Home II or Aquarium II Systems: the Maximus II is a drinking water 6 stage purification system which includes RO and DI. The Home II system is a drinking water 5 stage purification system with just RO. The Aquarium II model is designed for the large scale production of aquarium water, is a 5 stage system and does not have the post-filter for taste.
Installation: New York City and 5 Borough - $200 in-house installation; NY, NJ,CT and PA - $250.
Regular Retail Price
$399, our special internet price - $269.85
Warranty.
1-Year warranty. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee or 15-days Money Back.
Shipping.
4-6 business days via UPS Ground. Shipping cost - $19.95
Attention Customers from Canada! We offer UPS Ground Shipping to our customers in Canada. You need to contact our Customer Care Department by phone or email to obtain real shipping cost before placing order.
What's in the box?
- Aqua-Safe Aquarium II water purification system with filters (1 year supply)
Made in Canada / USA
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