Where did you buy your ro/di units at?

[reefbound]

Hey all, I have have done everything to get rid of my algae problem except to start using ro/di water which is my next step.
Where has everyone purchased theirs? Basically Im ro/di illiterate and Im not sure what to look for and I would like to purchase this tonite...can anyone point me to a decent one for the money. Im looking for a 35 to 75 gpd I guess...

 

[Vehl]

I purchased mine on Ebay from FilterDirect and I am happy with it. They were also very helpful with my questions on how to hook it straight into the plumbing under my sink. (I am very hardware/plumbing illiterate)

There was a thread or article around here that mentioned FilterDirect and two other sellers for RO/DI units.... I couldn't find it with a quick search but I am sure others will chime in.

Hope that helped some!

 

[ccCapt]

I also bought from Filter Direct a few yrs ago. Never had a problem with the unit.

I have this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/USA-110GPD-RO-D...2QQihZ002QQcategoryZ20756QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[divemasterjim]

Ebay, Filter Direct
$121.00 shipped

 

[melosu58]

I got mine at my LFS but you can get it cheaper online as the others suggested.

 

[FishFrik]

I got mine at homedepot. 150 without tax

 

[ellisz]

Aquasafe Canada on Ebay. Excellent results for me.

 

[geckofrog]

www.airwaterice.com http://www.airwaterice.com/product/1TYPHOONIII

I wouldn't suggest getting an eBay filter, you will just have to upgrade the internals of it for you to get a true O TDS reading.
You get what you pay for...

 

[ellisz]

Why do you say this? According to my Hanna TDS, I get 0 TDS on mine. LOTs of people have used these with good results.

 

[geckofrog]

These ebay filters are fine, however the membrane of choice is Real FilmTec (TFC) membranes not just DOW material but the actual Dow Product.

A lot of ebay RO/DI have DOW filmtec look-a-likes, which they will work great for a little while then they will start going hay-wire.

I bought a eBay RO/DI filter similar to the one that is posted on this thread and ending up having to change the internals on it. I should have just went and bought the Typhoon III to begin with instead of trying to save a little money.

 

[divemasterjim]

Dont listen to geckofrog, He spent to much on a filter and is mad that he got a bad one

I just bought a second RODI filter so I have one hooked up to my tank to replace evaporated water and a second to fill up my tubs for water changes. These guys have been in business for years and sell a great product at a great price.

TFC/TFM-100 Hight rejection TFC membrane we use genuine GE Osmonics membrane, 100 gal/day, it removes 95% to 98% of all chemical, dissolved solids in tap water. (replace every 1-2 years). Made in USA.

http://stores.ebay.com/Filter-Direct-store

I got mine for $121.00 shipped
But go ahead and pay $200+ if you want to listen to geckofrog

 

[ianrich147]

Ebay Filter Direct

 

[No_Floaters]

Aquasafe Canada or Filter Direct on Ebay. I've had my Aquasafe for over a year...no problems. I buy my filters & resin from Buckeye Field Supply.

 

[pearsont74]

Aquasafe Canada on Ebay. Excellent results for me.

i agree on this place...they are good and great customer service if you have questions:

http://stores.ebay.com/The-Aqua-Safe-Pure-Water-Shop_W0QQssPageNameZstrkQ3amefsQ3amesstQQtZkm

 

[mnestroy]

I had this same debate a while back when i was purchasing my RO unit, check out this post... its 2 pages (the 2nd page is where theres good information)

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=856857

 

[seaham358]

airwaterice.com

great product and customer service.