Aquatic LifeRO Buddie Sediment Cartridge

Aquatic LifeRO Buddie Sediment Cartridge

Q: I probably made no more than 200 gal of clean water. and already have to replace, is this normal? tds is ~50ppm here in nyc. a

If you live in the NYC area, you will need a special pre-filter prior to using the RO Buddie. This is because of the high sediment in the water. Please refer to the Amazon product page for the RO Buddie for information about NYC water. You can also contact Aquatic Life Customer Support directly for help in obtaining the prefilter.

Q: How do I know when the cartridge is used up? Lost track of gallonage, and running through multiple other filters still puts out sub 10 tds. Any ideas?

I agree with JBonilla, just test the water from time to time. The cartridge docs suggest 3,000 gallons of water, but that will vary depending on your initial water quailty. I test mine occasionally (once a month) but change them every 6 months just for good measure.

Q: I live in nyc and had to change filter after only 150 gallons, is this normal?

I would say normally no, but it depends on just how high your water TDS is, I live in a suburb of Chicago and our city water has a TDS of around 370 ppm and my filers are still working fine, and I have probably made way over 1,000 gals. Of RO water, unless you know your waters TDS actually no one can answer your question, I'd say go on line and buy a digital TDS meter and check your water if it's way above 370 , then yes replacing your filter after 150 gal could be normal. I hope this helps you.

Q: Is the operating life 3000 gallons of “good” water (after the RO membrane) or 3000 gallons of water through just this filter?

3000 gallons total thru the RO unit, yet if your source water is high in sediment/particulates then the usable life will be much less. Some cities like NYC that have very old municipal water systems have very high levels of sediment, and the cartridges will need to be replaced more often.

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Material
Stainless
Product Dimensions
2"D x 2"W x
Item Weight
0.04 Pounds
External Testing Certification
NSF
Product Benefits
Removes

💧Removes impurities

🔄Easy installation

🔍Translucent design

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Description

💦 Filter Smart, Drink Pure!

EFFICIENT LONGEVITY - Replace every 3-6 months or after 1,500 gallons.
PURITY IN EVERY DROP - Eliminate sand, silt, and rust for crystal-clear water.
QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST - Manufactured to the highest standards for your peace of mind.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Fits various RO systems, including popular brands.
VISUAL MAINTENANCE MADE EASY - Translucent housing lets you monitor filter life effortlessly.

The Aquatic LifeRO Buddie Sediment Cartridge is a high-quality filter designed to capture and reduce unwanted particulate materials from water, ensuring a clean and refreshing taste. Its inline design allows for easy installation in various filtration systems, while the translucent housing provides a clear view of the cartridge's condition. Compatible with multiple brands, this sediment filter is a reliable choice for maintaining water purity.

Specifications

Item Weight	0.04 Pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H	2"D x 2"W x 10"H
External Testing Certification	NSF
Compatible Water Purifier Models	Aquatic Life 540019, Aquatic Life 540017
Material Type	Stainless Steel

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I probably made no more than 200 gal of clean water. and already have to replace, is this normal? tds is ~50ppm here in nyc. a

How do I know when the cartridge is used up? Lost track of gallonage, and running through multiple other filters still puts out sub 10 tds. Any ideas?

I live in nyc and had to change filter after only 150 gallons, is this normal?

Is the operating life 3000 gallons of “good” water (after the RO membrane) or 3000 gallons of water through just this filter?

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S**S

Works great

Clean fresh water, no leaking,

18.01.2025

G**S

good product

I use it for my RO system . This cartridge does its job and you cannot go wrong with its price. The feature i enjoy is you can see through! Very helpful to determine when it's time to change it ( instead of guessing)

6.11.2023

S**E

An Amazing Reverse Osmosis System For The Buck!!

This Reverse Osmosis System works perfectly right out of the box, it was super easy to set up and from my water tests using a digital TDS meter it took my city water which tested out at 370 ppm all the way down to .0002 ppm which is about what distilled water tests at. This an amazing product for the buck, I highly recomend it and no leaks after set up! 5 stars from me.

9.10.2019

A**R

Good Pricing

Good RO/DI unit. Its easy to order and replace individual filters. Been using for a few years.

22.05.2024

K**W

Filters 3D Printer Detergent Great

I bought this to filter resin out of 3D printer detergent. It works great in that application. I am very happy with the filtering. I was a bit upset that it came without connectors.

29.04.2024

P**E

Works

Zero TDS is the goal. Works well to accomplish this.

13.03.2024

D**E

Great budget filtration

Love these products of the RO Buddie lineup

28.05.2022

M**7

Great Sediment Cartridge--I have used several of these, and they consistently work great!

17.08.2022

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