What is the best type of battery to use with these systems? Deep cycle batteries will provide the longest life span of all battery types.
What harmful elements will the UV filtration system remove?
Bacteria, Viruses, Arsenic, Pesticides
What does glove friendly mean? The connectors on the systems have large fittings to allow a user with gloves on to remove easily.
What size solar panel would i need to power the units?
if you have the survivor pro the unit uses 6 amps at 12v per hour or the equivalent of 72 watts. if you are only going to be using for no more than an hour then depending on the sun hours per day in your area use the following formula: Solar panel watts = (6 x 12 divided by number of hours of full sun) x 1.25 ( the 1.25 factor takes into account charge / discharge losses)
What is the life expectancy of the different parts? The filters should be replaced every 3000-5000 gallons. The UV lamp has about a 7000hr or 1 year life span.
Does the unit desalinate sea water? No
UV Filtration Systems
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