DI or RO

[bayouguy]

Should I go with a DI or RO system? Any recommendations on brands?

 

[mithrax]

Both, it is available as a single unit. They perform different functions.

 

[tonka]

I agree both. If you're getting your water from a good source than they will have done both RO and DI on it.

 

[bayouguy]

I'm looking at the Kent Marine Maximus systems which have both. They also have a high-end model which increases the removal of silicates. Since the difference in price is only about $20, my inclination is to go with the top of the line model. The same thing goes for the capacity, for about $20 more you can get 30 more gph a day. Is that a good deal?

 

[bayouguy]

Also, I'm curious how most of you hook up your systems?
Do you attach it manually to a faucet when you generate new water or do you have it running continuously? Any advice? My intent is to have a 32 gallon trash can with an aerator and heater on standby, and occasionally I'll refill the can after I do water changes.
If I go with a RO/DI unit, does this mean I no longer have to treat the tap water like I've been doing? I can simply run the water thru the unit without adding any chemicals or neutralizers?

 

[mithrax]

You will need to supplement your calcium and some trace minerals the corals need, remember the filter also removed them along with the nasties. There is nothing to neutralize after the water is filtered,I think.