One water purification mechanism popular in India in particular and Asia and other countries in general is the reverse osmosis. And the mechanism continues to grow in popularity substantiated by the increasing consumers. It is in the 1950s that this mechanism was developed. It took some years for the reverse osmosis water purification system to find use in the domestic market. Momentum of use gained during the 1980s and today, it has gained substantive consumer acceptance. Of course there are water purifiers of other mechanisms such as the UV, storage, etc. that have become equally popular. A number of components constitute the reverse osmosis water purification system for its effective functioning and flow of absolutely safe H2O from the faucet. These components characteristically include pre- and post-lters, RO membranes, automatic shut-off valves, storage tanks, faucets and not limited to post taste enhancer, membrane life enhancement feature, and more. It is combination of all the aforesaid components
working together that sophisticated water treatment capability is ascertained. So, when you buy a reverse osmosis water purification system, do take into account the components included. The test method should be reviewed, i.e. your reverse osmosis water purification system should be certified by relevant global certification bodies for technology, quality, and purification effectiveness.
You will come across water purifiers that come incorporated with blend mechanisms, say for example blend of RO and UV. You may not always need such a water purifier. Its use all depends on the quality of your tap H2O. Get your tap H2O tested so that you bring home the right water purifier. As it is a one time investment for several years and as health of yourself and your complete family will depend on it, it will be wise on your part to get an advanced water purifier from a reputed brand.
Blend water purifiers may come incorporated with a whole lot of features to your advantage. It is no surprise if you find one equipped with in-built voltage stabilizer so that it works even during voltage fluctuation, auto flush facility so that cartridge life is automatically cleaned and its life enhanced, big storage capacity, multi stage purification involving use of several filters, use of indicators, and the list goes on. You may find your water purifier equipped with a quartz UV bulb letting water pass through a high grade glass without contacting any metal part. Go online to explore.
Do you know the content of total iron in the tap H2O must not exceed 0.3 mg/l? It is a blend of heavy metal, chromium, cadmium, manganese, nickel, and lead that constitute iron and highly toxic substances constitute copper. Drinking water in India from any source, i.e. H2O that is not treated, will certainly contain iron, copper including harmful micro organisms and other new age tough contaminants. According to accepted sanitary standards, iron content, if available, should be low. Content of iron in the pipe often exceeds with time beyond the standards and prolonged consumption of such drinking water in India has caused allergic reactions, diseases of the liver and blood, cardiac arrest in many a consumer. Why worry about the same when home water treatment systems are available to your advantage. If you are still not using advanced water purifiers, get one and start your journey towards a healthy life.