Effects of Iron and Manganese in Well Water:

• Discoloration: Initially, the water might appear clear, but upon exposure to air, iron oxidizes, turning reddish-brown. Manganese can cause black staining.
• Staining: Laundry, dishes, and plumbing fixtures can develop stubborn stains due to iron and manganese.
• Metallic Taste: Consuming water with high iron or manganese levels can impart an unpleasant metallic taste.
• Clogged Pipes: High levels can lead to sediment build up and clog pipes, reducing water pressure.

  Here's a breakdown of iron and manganese levels in well water, considering both aesthetic concerns and potential health effects:

  Iron:

  • Low: Less than 0.3 mg/L (milligrams per liter) - 
  • Moderate: 0.3 mg/L - 1.0 mg/L 
  • High: Greater than 1.0 mg/L - Can lead to noticeable reddish-brown staining and a metallic taste. 

     

  Manganese:

  • • Low: Less than 0.05 mg/L - 
    • Moderate: 0.05 mg/L - 0.5 mg/L - 
    • High: Greater than 0.5 mg/L - Can lead to noticeable black staining and potential health concerns with long-term exposure,

   

  • • Indicative Values as Safe Limits: The EU provides these indicative values for specific parameters, including iron (0.2 mg/L) and manganese (0.05 mg/L). These values are considered safe for adults from a health perspective

    • Choosing the Right Treatment:

      The best treatment for your well water depends on factors like:

      • Severity of Iron and Manganese Levels: Water test results will determine the level of contamination and guide treatment selection.

   

We offer treatment options for low/moderate to  high levels of iron and manganese in your well water

Low to Moderate

Lewatit S1567 is a specific type of ion exchange resin used in water treatment applications.

• Designed to treat very hard water and  low-moderate Levels or iron and manganese.

Crystal Right is a brand of synthetic zeolite media specifically designed for treating well water. It comes in two main varieties: CR100 and CR200. These media are used in  to address various iron, manganese and hard water .

• Iron and Manganese Removal: Both CR100 and CR200 can remove iron and manganese from well water, with capacities suitable for mild to moderate levels (generally iron up to 5 ppm and manganese up to 2 ppm).
• Hardness Reduction: CR200 has a higher capacity for hardness removal compared to CR100. CR100 might offer some initial softening but reaches its limit faster.
• Both CR100 and CR200 require a minimum pH of 6.0 for optimal performance in removing iron and manganese. Lower pH levels can hinder their effectiveness.

Pyrolox is a granular water filtration media that is used to remove iron, hydrogen sulfide, and manganese from well water. It is a naturally mined manganese dioxide that is processed and manufactured for use in water treatment applications.

• Iron: Pyrolox is generally effective for iron concentrations up to 5 ppm (mg/L). 
• Manganese: Similar to iron, Pyrolox can address some manganese, but its capacity is lower.  Suitable for moderate manganese levels, below 2 ppm (mg/L).

Moderate High  to High

Ecomix C is a multi-component filtration media designed for treating problem well water in backwashing filtration systems. Here's a breakdown of its key features and capabilities:

• Hardness: Ecomix C can remove hardness-causing minerals like calcium and magnesium, softening your well water.
• Iron and Manganese: It effectively addresses iron and manganese contamination, often exceeding the capabilities of single-purpose media. Maximum levels for effective treatment are:
  • Iron: Up to 15 ppm (mg/L)
  • Manganese: Up to 3 ppm (mg/L)
• Organics and Tannins: Ecomix C can also remove naturally occurring organic matter and tannins, which can discolor water and interfere with disinfection processes.

Katalox Light is a highly regarded water filtration media specifically designed for removing iron, manganese, and hydrogen sulfide from well water. Here's a breakdown of its functionalities and advantages:

• Iron: Katalox Light excels at removing dissolved iron, particularly effective for iron concentrations up to 100 mg/L (ppm). This surpasses the capacity of many other commonly used media.
• Manganese: It also effectively addresses manganese contamination, potentially handling levels up to 20 mg/L (ppm), significantly exceeding the capabilities of single-purpose media.
• Hydrogen Sulfide: Katalox Light can remove dissolved hydrogen sulfide gas, eliminating the unpleasant rotten egg odor often associated with well water.