What it does for your water
The EcoPure EP42 42,000-Grain Water Softener and Filter System is a softener and filter combo rated at 42,000 grains.
The rating assumes a heavy salt dose; at a salt-saving setting expect about 31,500 grains from its rating, enough for up to 4 people on 15 grains-per-gallon water regenerating weekly, or 2 on 25 grains per gallon. Run your household's numbers.
Softener and filter come as one package. Read what the filter stage targets (sediment, chlorine or iron) and how often it needs new media.
The listing states iron reduction up to 11. Above about 2 ppm of iron, check that figure against your water test; above about 5 ppm, an iron filter comes first.
Other listed details: mounting Professional; capacity stated as 31.1 gallons; model EP42; material Iron; iron rating 11.
The listing gives dimensions of 24 in (L) x 18 in (W) x 46 in (H) and rough plumbing;water purification;water-softeners in the box.
Warranty, per the listing: Backed by a 1-year full warranty (plus 3 years on electronics, 10 years on the tank). Extend to 5 years of full coverage with regular EcoPure Water Softener Cleanser use.
Is it the right unit for your house?
Choose it when
- Up to 4 people on 15 gpg water
- Replacing an older softener
Pass on it when
- More than 2 people on 25 gpg water
- Iron above about 5 ppm without an iron filter
Where it wins and where it loses
Wins
- 42,000-grain rating
Loses
- Service flow not stated
- Valve not named on the listing
- Plumbing, drain and outlet needed
- Adds some sodium; potassium chloride is the alternative
Limits to know about
- Figures are the maker's or seller's own; check fit and capacity against your water test and your equipment's manual.
Maker's figures
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Model number | EP42 | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (seller) | 24"L x 18"W x 46"H | Retailer |
| Material | Iron | Retailer |
| Mounting / installation | Professional | Retailer |
| Method | Ion Exchange | Retailer |
| Model name | EP42 | Retailer |
| Warranty | Backed by a 1-year full warranty (plus 3 years on electronics, 10 years on the tank). Extend to 5 years of full coverage with regular EcoPure Water Softener Cleanser use | Retailer |
| Grain capacity (maker) | 42,000 grains | Retailer |
| Max iron (maker) | 11 | Retailer |
Units to weigh against it
Other water softeners in the catalog
Final verdict
A practical softener and filter combo for up to 4 people on 15 gpg water.
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