Which RODI system do you recommend?

[AZBigJohn]

I know we live in the same state as Spectrapure (although I live in NW Phoenix, so it is still a distance) but I wanted to see which system everyone out here uses.

Is the Spectrapure system worth the extra expense? Is the BRS system as effective?

I am trying to decide between these two system:
The SpectraPure system - Spectrapure

Or the BRS - BRS System


I am looking to set up a 155 gallon bowfront, so if that helps in the thought process...

 

[SKAREEF]

I have a Air,Water & Ice. Extreme Typhoon 3 and love it. Never had any problems. They also have different choices to fit what you need. I don't think I can post their site but it can be GOOgled

 

[Mael]

discount has a new RO/DI unit for sale $110 for the whole unit for 50GPD, I think they might have a 100GPD version also. Everything comes in the kit except the 1/4" tubing.

I have all but decided to go that route, I could save $10 by going through amazon for a similar 50GPD system but would like to support the LFS. also my system is only a 46g, so 50GPD is fine for me.

edit: After looking at that Typhoon three system Skareef posted you cant go wrong with that one if you need that flow and it has a nice aray of meters built in.

 

[evolved]

It's very much worth the price difference.

Not only do the filters last longer, but you'll get truly 0 TDS for longer as well.

 

[woodwrangler]

Spectrapure......period!

 

[m-six hundred]

Spectrapure.

 

[zibba]

It's very much worth the price difference.

Not only do the filters last longer, but you'll get truly 0 TDS for longer as well.

True. Look into the refurbished Spectrapure models, which can be upgraded with better filters for a similar cost of the BRS.

Source: BRS supporter (I'm from Minnesota, where BRS is located), former BRS RO/DI unit owner, and current Spectrapure owner.

 

[reefstew]

Spectrapure. If you need replacement parts, filters or resin it's nice to know you can buy it in town. If the drive is to far they can ship it to you.

 

[Fig70g]

Ill put a bid in for Spectrapure as well. I was able to buy a refurbished 90GPD RO/DI for like $120 and love it. I had never owned one and picked it up from them and they were so wonderful and nice to talk to and give me a full run down of the equipment. I ended up tightening one of the filters too much and had a problem, ran it down to them and they helped out. I understand it is a drive, but also allows you to visit the LFS nearby!
Either way, I save more money than driving to go get RODI, love having a system at home.

 

[zrogst]

Refurbished SpectraPure 90GPD and a HM handheld TDS meter. I buy the replacement filter packs directly from SpectraPure for like 30 bucks twice a year.

Being able to make RO/DI on demand in your house is so great - one of the first upgrades a "serious reefer" should buy.

 

[bambam918]

Refurbished SpectraPure 90GPD. Local and you can get replacement parts from them locally! Great units and the staff is awesome. They will take the time and explain things to you.