Budget Triple Stage Home Filtration System 

The Budget Triple Stage Home Water Filtration is a simple way of removing unwanted particles from the water supply to your home.

Please note that the Budget Triple Big Blue is made from lower-cost components and parts, to keep the total cost of the system budget-friendly. However, as a result, there is only a 3-month latent-defect warranty* offered on these systems. 

If you are looking for a more Premium triple big blue system with a 1 to 2-year warranty (depending on the system), we would recommend looking at some of our offerings such as the Bronze Triple Big Blue, Silver Triple Big Blue, Gold Triple Big Blue, Atlas Filtri Triple Big Blue, Atlas Filtri SANIC Triple Big Blue, or the Atlas "Hydra Trio" Triple Stage Systems. 

Please note that all these systems can use the same filter cartridges inside of their housings, the primary difference is the countries of origin, the quality of the components, and the warranty offered on the components. 

Please also note that Filtershop's "Budget Filtration Systems Range" products are not covered under our "Free shipping" promotion, and there will be additional delivery charges, alternatively, you can collect from our offices in Centurion.  

Benefits:

• All the water supplied to your house is filtered
• If the KDF, Silver Nano, or Carbon Block Options are selected, then the system will remove chemicals such as chlorine
• Filtrated water tastes and smells great
• Preserve the natural minerals in the water
• No water wasted during filtration
• Low maintenance
• Relatively low filter replacement cost
• No electricity required
• Large filtration capacity

Keep in mind: 

• These systems are not ideal for situations with heavy bacteria levels. while the 1 Micron and 0.1 Micron Filters will capture some bacteria, we would recommend that you would rather want to consider a more advanced filtration system, such as the  Complete Home Ultra Violet (UV) Systems.
• The carbon block and sediment Filters need to be replaced every 3 - 6 months, depending on the source water's quality.
• Minerals and pesticides are too small to be removed by the filters in this filtration unit.
• You will require some plumbing knowledge and experience to install the system successfully.
• This system is designed for the filtration of municipal water. If you make use of a different water source, such as a borehole, consult our Source-Water Filtration Solution guide.
• Neither of these filters removes lime (kalk), minerals, or metals from the water. As a result of this, the water may remain cloudy or tinted, and may not come out crystal clear. 
• These systems typically filter water at a peak flow rate of 2400 liters per hour.
• The Filter housings have a maximum operating pressure of 90 psi. If you suspect that your water pressure will at any time exceed 80 psi, a pressure regulator MUST BE INSTALLED before the filter housing. This action will guard against the water pressure exceeding the maximum pressure rating. It is recommended that the pressure regulator is set at 70 psi or less.
• Protect the filter housing from freezing, as this can cause the housing to crack.  

Installation of the Bronze Triple Stage Big Blue System

Pre-filter Set Options

There are several different combinations of Filters available for the triple big blue filter systems. Please see below some information on the different sets, and what each of the filers removes from the water. 

Filter Set Option 1: 5 Micron, Activated Carbon Block, & 1 Micron

• For good quality municipal water only, there is no protection against bacteria.

Filter Set Option 2: 5 Micron, Silver Nano Activated Carbon Block, & 1 Micron

• For Decent quality municipal water only, there is no barrier against bacteria but resistance to growth in the filter.

Filter Set Option 3: 5 Micron, Premium KDF Cartridge, & 1 Micron

• For Decent quality municipal water only, there is no barrier against bacteria but resistance to growth in the filters, and some Heavy Metal Reduction.

Filter Set Option 4: 1 Micron, Activated Carbon Block, & 0.1 Micron

• For good quality municipal water, there is a Barrier protection against bacteria. So can be used for Backup and very occasional Rain Water filtration. No Corrosion Protection for Rain Water.

Filter Set Option 5: 1 Micron, Silver Nano Activated Carbon Block, & 0.1 Micron

• For municipal, Rain, or Borehole water, there is a Barrier protection against bacteria Plus resistance to Growth in the filters. So can be used for Backup, Limited bacteria in municipal water, Borehole (typically not the only thing needed), and very occasional Rain Water filtration. No Corrosion Protection for Rain Water, Siliphos or SSG will need to be added as a 4th stage for frequent rain water use.

Filter Set Option 6: 1 Micron, Premium KDF Cartridge, & 0.1 Micron

• For municipal, Rain, or Borehole water, there is a Barrier protection against bacteria Plus resistance to Growth in the filters. So can be used for Backup, Limited bacteria in municipal water, Borehole (typically not the only thing needed), and very occasional Rain Water filtration and some Heavy Metal Reduction.. No Corrosion Protection for Rain Water, Siliphos or SSG will need to be added as a 4th stage for frequent rain water use. 

Filter Set Option 7: 1 Micron, & 2 x Activated Carbon Blocks 

• For Municipal water with constant High Levels of Chlorine, and no bacteria.

Filter Set Option 8: 1 Micron, & 2 x Silver Nano Activated Carbon Blocks 

• For Municipal water with constant High Levels of Chlorine, and Limited Intermittent Bacteria.

Filter Set Option 9: 1 Micron, & 2 x Premium KDF Cartridges

• For Municipal water with constant High Levels of Chlorine, and Limited Intermittent Bacteria, Also reduces some heavy metals.

Filter Set Option 10: 5 Micron, 1 Micron, & Siliphos Cartridge 

*Please keep in mind that this option will not remove any chlorine from water, and is not recommended for municipal source waters.

• For Non Municipal water with constant  Levels of Dirt, and Limited corrosion or scaling issues. No Barrier for Bacteria

Filter Set Option 11: 1 Micron, 0.1 Micron, & Siliphos Cartridge 

*Please keep in mind that this option will not remove any chlorine from water, and is not recommended for municipal source waters.

• For Non Municipal water with constant  Levels of Dirt Low Bacteria, and Limited corrosion or scaling issues. Typical applications would be Rain Water or certain Borehole waters.

Filter Set Option 12: 5 Micron, 1 Micron, & 0.1 Micron

*Please keep in mind that this option will not remove any chlorine from water, and is not recommended for municipal source waters.

• For Non Municipal water with constant Levels of Dirt Low Bacteria. A typical application would be certain Borehole waters.

Additional Filter Options 

Change Standard 1 Micron Melted Spray to Antibacterial Option

The Melted Spray Antibacterial filters like the standard melted Spray type are designed to capture dirt, sediments, visible particles, and bacteria.

However, the Melted Spray sediment filters have had a silver ion additive added to their material, which creates a bacteriostatic function to inhibit the growth of bacteria on the surface of the filter, helping to ensure healthier product water and a longer life span of the filter.

This option is ideal for source waters that have a very high bacterial / organism count and will help to extend the life of the filter.

Change Nominal 0.1 Micron to Absolute 0.1 Micron Pleated Filter Option

If you select a filter set with the 0.1 Micron Pleated Filter then you will have the option of either a "Nominal" or "Absolute" Pleated Filter for the 0.1 Micron.

Most sediment filter cartridges such as the standard 0.1 Micron Pleated Filter, have what is referred to as a nominal filter rating. Essentially what this means is that the micron rating of a filter is the approximate "average" size (diameter) of the pores on its surface and within the cartridge itself. It is generally accepted that filters with nominal filter ratings will retain (trap) around 85% of the particles equal or greater in size to the stated micron rating.

An "Absolute" filtration rating means that the filter material has been specifically manufactured, and passed lab testing to ensure that 99.9% of the particles larger than the stated micron rating will be captured (trapped) on the surface or within the filter itself.  In the case of our 0.1 micron Absolute Filters, this means that you will get the most effective removal of bacteria and organisms possible with  20" Big type Filter Cartridges. 

PVC Threaded and Glue Fittings

PVC(Polyvinyl chloride) fittings are used to connect sections of pipes or tubes, adapt to different sizes or shapes, and control the flow of water. There are two predominant types of PVC fittings namely PVC Glue Fittings and PVC Threaded Fittings. The difference between the two is that PVC Glue Fittings result in permanent joints and PVC Threaded Fittings are semi-permanent and can be replaced. PVC Glue fittings are joined with primer and cement- a chemical solvent that melts the surface of the PVC and then quickly re-hardens to fuse the pieces together. This results in an airtight, leak-proof bond similar to what you get with welding metal. An example of such a fitting is a PVC Glue Reducing Socket which is used to join together two pieces of PVC pipes with different diameters. Another example would be a  90 Degree Elbow which is used to connect two pipes of the same diameter at an angle of 90 degrees.PVC Threaded fittings utilize a simple threaded connection whereby replaceable 'male threaded' are screwed into 'female threaded'.Male threads have a thread on the outside of the fitting and female threads have a thread on the inside. When you thread the fitting in, it compresses against the other threads.PTFE tape is used to thread these together and the proper way to assemble threaded fittings is to finger tighten, then add one to two turns but no more. An example of a threaded fitting is a Reducing Nipple Male Threaded which is used to connect between two female threads of different diameters. 

Link To PVC Fittings