Scalewatcher Eco-Friendly Water Treatment Process
Hard water can be frustrating and also damaging to our water systems and
appliances. Water boilers and heating systems, coffee makers, kettles and water
taps in kitchen and bathrooms suffer from the hard mineral containing water. At its worst, it can decrease and even stop
the flow of water requiring expensive corrective measures. Magnesium and
Calcium, while ingestible, are the primary culprits for Hard Water.
Product Description -
Scalewatcher™ water
treatment is an excellent and environmentally conscious approach to help
eliminate hard water problems. Scale-watcher, installed on the principal water
pipe will protect all water using equipment in your house or business.
Features -
- No salt or chemicals are
used
- Maintenance Free, easy
to install, no plumbing needed
- Power consumption is negligible
- Effective on copper,
lead, steel or PVC pipes
- Improves water heater
efficiency, saves energy
- Makes water feel softer,
kinder to the skin and hair.
- Reduces scum and improves
soap lathering.
- Improves water flow in
severely scaled systems
- Extend the life of water
heaters.
- Extend the life of water
filters and RO membranes.
- Eliminate unsightly
scale on faucets, showerheads, sink, holes, toilets, etc.
Selecting your ScaleWatcher
Model
Here is a way to estimate the ScaleWatcher Model that would be best for you -
Water Source
|
Gallons Per Min
|
Persons in Residence
|
Bathrooms (Full or Half)
|
ScaleWatcher Model
|
City
|
6 - 10
|
1 - 2
|
1
|
Nano
|
Well
|
6 - 10
|
1 - 2
|
1
|
3 Star EU
|
City or Well
|
8 - 13
|
2 - 4
|
1 - 2
|
3 Star EU
|
City or Well
|
10 - 16
|
3 - 6
|
2 - 3
|
3 Star USA
|
City or Well
|
16 - 18
|
4 - 6
|
3+
|
4 Star
|
Pipe considerations –
most homes use pipe less than 1 inch: if
your pipe is larger -
The Nano is effective on
pipes up to 1 inch Diameter (Typical Home is ½” - ¾” dia)
- The 3 Star and 4 Star
units are effective on pipes up to 1.5 inch Diameter
- Pipe materials can be
copper, PVC or lead
So, how does
Scalewatcher work?
Scalewatcher patented technology generates an
electric field that affects Calcium and Magnesium ions causing them to remain
in suspension rather than adhering to surfaces. The result is that the hardness
flows with the water into the drain instead of attaching to pipes and
appliances. The principle of magnetic water treatment is not new. The first
patent was granted around 1900. Scalewatcher™ advanced the technology into the
21st century by using a patented methodology. The electronic device treats the
water by inducing magnetic AND electric fields with a continuous changing
frequency. This forces the free dissolved minerals such as Calcium and
Magnesium to crystallize in the bulk of the water before the mineral ions
settle at the walls of piping, bathroom fixtures, heating elements of dishwasher,
washing machine hot water heaters. This process stops or reduces further build
up of hard scale because there are fewer free mineral ions (used up to form
harmless crystals)
For thirty to ninety
days after installation you may notice increased scale in your water. This is
because Scalewatcher is working effectively and removing older hard scale
layers.
Specifications -
|
Nano
|
Star 3 EU
|
Star 3 USA
|
Star 4
|
Dimensions
|
4.9” x 2.8” x 1.5”
|
5.7” x 3.4” x 2”
|
9” x 6” x 1.5”
|
8.3” x 4.2” x 2.6”
|
Standing Weight
|
14 ounces
|
1.3 pounds
|
1.0 pound
|
1.1 pounds
|
Supply Voltage
|
110-240V 50/60 hz
|
110-240V 50/60 hz
|
110-240V 50/60 hz
|
110-240V 50/60 hz
|
Power Consumption
|
6 Watt
|
< 8 VA
|
8 Watt
|
10 Watt
|
Application Voltage
|
12 V DC
|
|
12 V DC
|
12 V DC
|
Max Coil Temperature
|
176 F (80 C)
|
176 F (80 C)
|
176 F (80 C)
|
176 F (80 C)
|
Capable of Driving
|
1 coil double layer
|
2 coils double layer
|
2 coils double layer
|
2 coils double layer
|
Enclosure Material
|
Grey Polysterol
|
Grey Polysterol
|
Grey ABS
|
Beige ABS
|
Max/Min Ambient Temp
|
122 F / 14 F
|
122 F / 14 F
|
140 F / 14 F
|
122 F / 14 F
|
Protection Rate
|
NEMA2 / IP54
|
NEMA2 / IP54
|
NEMA2 / IP54
|
NEMA2 / IP54
|
Mfg Warranty
|
2 Years
|
10 Years
|
10 Years
|
10 Years
|
Performance Guarantee
|
3 Months
|
1 Year
|
1 Year
|
1 Year
|
Manufacturer’s Warranty* - Covers materials and
workmanship
Performance Guarantee* - Covers customer
satisfaction - If you are not satisfied
with the performance of the product after 6 months (three months for Nano) of
continuous use, the purchase price will be refunded or product upgrades. The
unit must be returned within 12 months (4 months for the NANO) since the date
of purchase.
*NOTE
- See manufactures web site for full warranty and guarantee details.