Since most comments about this product have to do with reef tanks, is this not the same type of unit that one can use for drinking water? Thanks.
1782529
We get about 4-5 gallons of "waste" water for every gallon of pure, but we carry that outside for our plants and don't mind the work involved. We think it's totally worth the effort!
1782530
Yes, we've been using it for our drinking water for over a year with excellent results. We went from about 250-300 ppm to 3-4 ppm!! (Store bought water tested about 150-200). Highly recommend!!!
1782531
Yes purified water is purified water good for drinking or whatever you want to do with it.
1782532
Of course it can! The reason reef aquarium enthusiasts are interested is because we need the purest water possible before adding the reef salt mix. Essentially, we want it to be as close to pure h2o so that we have control over the final mixture. Pure is just as good for drinking as for mixing.
1782533
No sure why it says, "not for human consumption". Some guessed it might have to do with government certification that would not be required for animals. I have personally drank the purified water and no ill effects. But I would have to say, "drink at your own risk".
1782534
Deionized water tastes horrible. For drinking water I would leave off the di filter
136122
It depends on what you want to use it for. In general, I would say yes, as adding any amount to the total water source will help to stabilize the water. For a nano reef, putting this on a timer opposite the lights of your main tank, and filling it with macro algae would help reduce night pH swings.
7624
I would not use it for that purpose. You should always treat water in outside sources before drinking.
1298795
No. This would mess up the filter. If you want to be able to drink anything other than plain water, you should probably get a different bottle, like a Camelback.
1188957
If you purchased a "portable unit" it DOES NOT get Installed....you just keep it handy and run water through it, into a jug or a glass or a Britta pitcher...and Bingo...you are drinking "structured water." <3
536651
The short answer is that it must never be used with seawater or chemically contaminated water. It won't make drinkable water from either and (my interpretation) may ruin the device.
411613
Yes, it works great just filling up the water from the top. You can then use filtered water if you want.
987060
This is a portable unit that stuctures water not a filter for another unit. You just pour unstrctured water into the top and have another container under the funneled part. I usually use two water bottles. It works perfectly. You can carry it in your purse or suitcase when traveling. I wouldn't put it in the checked suitcase but in the carry on suitcase because I would worry about it being damaged in route. I have been extremely happy with mine for drinking water and water I use for my plants. You can definitely taste the difference between the unstructured and structured water. I would highly recommend it
1872033
Mr. Philip, you sir jumped to the conclusion that this is for still water instead of sparkling. But if I accept your contention that it will be still, then I recommend water purified by equatorial trade winds, surrounded by ancient volcanoes, bottled on a remote island, then flown via a Gulfstream G650 at a speed to 610 mph to my gym. The water should be changed daily for maximum freshness. Discerning rowers might instead fill this rower with a really lovely Château d'Yquem (I prefer the 2001) hand selected in Gironde, France.
2103640
You could try it. It's used for drinking water so I assume it could also be used for that.
1318747
Because the water is stored in a water bottle, there is no holding tank to clean like a larger unit. The area the water flows into is very small, and I've never cleaned it! I just lifted the top of the unit to inspect since you asked and it's as white and clean inside as when I got it months ago and I use it almost every night. I do only use distilled water in it though which may be why.I buy "simple truth vapor distilled water" in the 33.8 oz(1liter) size, but refill it from one gallon jugs which are inexpensive.I just pulled out the instructions and it shows to clean with included brush and to soak with a solution of "EZ Cal" (I assume this is a commercially available mineral deposit cleaner) for 30 minutes. But like I said, its like new inside.
1888022
Sorry to say I returned the unit and purchased something else. However most units can use tap water but the real issue is the component in the water minerals, calcium, lime etc. So u have to clean it every couple of days or the build up affects the operation
766431
no--but you can use any standard water based fluid with it---and often you can find some for decent prices. Great unit--and doesn't go through fluid too quickly.
2186684
I live in Hawaii so the waterBOB will be used more than likely for a hurricane. I would have it ready to fill only when a hurricane warning (not an advisory) is called and only fill it at the last second when it is determined that a hit will be imminent. More than likely I'll buy another one if I fill it, but I will keep this one and fill it for sanitation water (which I could use for drinking since I have an AquaPail 1000.) Drinking water is KING!!!
1345142
Yes............this is not a sophisticated watering system and that's fine with me, I purchased it because it works for what I need it to do, water patio plants and a small yard. This is the second unit I purchased, the first one lasted close to eight years (<$50)......thumbs up!!!
1373410
Can I put this in a pitcher of water and have it kill bacteria for my personal drinking water? My landlord has well water. He said it was checked recently. I have a reverse osmosis system. I would like to know if I can add this product to my already reverse osmosis water to assure no bacteria. Thank you Peace
621905
I believe the tank is too small for this purpose. I have one located in my garage just for washing hands etc. and the hot water doesn't seem to last that long.