Calcite (PH Correction) - PH FIX

Calcite is a naturally occurring calcium carbonate media. One of the advantages of Calcite is its self-limiting property. When properly applied, it corrects pH only enough to reach a non-corrosive equilibrium. It does not overcorrect under normal conditions. Upon contact with Calcite, acidic waters slowly dissolve the calcium carbonate to raise the pH which reduces the potential leaching of copper, lead and other metals found in typical
plumbing systems. Periodic backwashing will prevent packing, reclassify the
bed and maintain high service rates. Depending on pH, water chemistry and
service flow, the Calcite bed will have to be periodically replenished as the Calcite is depleted.

 
As the Calcite’s calcium carbonate neutralizes the water, it will increase hardness and a softener may become necessary after the neutralizing filter.

 
Calcite can be effectively combined with Clack Corosex to combine the high flow neutralization properties of Corosex, along with the slower reacting low flow properties of Calcite, increasing the ability to correct low pH.

*Shipping Notice for Bags of Filtration Media and Resins: 

• Due to the heavyweight of some of the filtration media and Resin bags, they require specialized logistics and heavy-duty handling during shipping. 
• This fact necessitates that additional shipping charges be added to the price of some of the filtration media and Resin Bags for secure, professional transport of them. 
• However, you can completely avoid these extra shipping costs by choosing to collect yourself or sending your own couriers to collect from our warehouse in Centurion, Pretoria.
• This option can be selected when placing your order through the online store or by contacting our sales staff, and requesting this option. 
• **Please note that by opting for independent collection either by yourself or by your own courier, you assume full responsibility for any potential transit damage, and Filtershop will not be liable for issues arising once the unit has left our facility.  

Vessel Size vs. Flow Rate Requirements

Please see below for roughly the size of the vessel required for certain flow rates, as well as the number of backs of calcite needed*. 

* Please note that this is just a guide, in situations with very low PH or other extenuating circumstances more calcite and/or a large vessel may be required. 

Packaging 

Dimensions* - 48cm x 37cm x 13cm 

Weight* - 26kg

*Please note that these may change from batch to batch