Sediment & Mechanical Water Filters

When it comes to protecting your home’s water supply, sediment and mechanical filters are essential. These filters act as the first stage of many water treatment systems, capturing larger particles like dirt, sand, rust, and silt before they can flow through your plumbing or reach more advanced filtration units. By removing these physical contaminants early, sediment filters help protect your water quality and extend the lifespan of appliances, fixtures, and other filters in your system.

Sediment and mechanical filters use a physical barrier to trap suspended particles as water passes through. They don’t rely on chemical processes but instead act like a sieve, catching debris based on size.

Common types include:

• Spun/Polypropylene Filters: Designed for fine filtration, capturing very small particles.
• Pleated Filters: Provide a larger surface area for trapping more sediment, ideal for higher water flow.
• String-Wound Filters: Effective for capturing larger debris and sediment.
• Ceramic Filters: A mechanical option that can also block certain bacteria.

These filters are measured in microns, which determines the size of particles they capture. For example, a 5-micron filter removes very fine sediment, while a 50-micron filter is designed for larger debris.

Benefits of Sediment & Mechanical Filters

• Cleaner Water: Reduces cloudiness, discoloration, and visible debris.
• Protects Appliances & Plumbing: Prevents sediment buildup that can damage fixtures, water heaters, and washing machines.
• Extends Filter Lifespan: Improves the performance and longevity of advanced systems like carbon filters or reverse osmosis units.
• Versatile Applications: Suitable for whole-home filtration, point-of-use systems, or even pre-filtration before wells and irrigation setups.
• Low Maintenance: Typically requires only periodic filter replacements, with no electricity or complicated upkeep.