Big Blue Whole House Water Filter, SMART Series (6-8 GPM | 2-3 people)

Overview

The Big Blue SMART Series has the highest specified flow rate of the five Big Blue systems: the manufacturer rates it at 6-8 GPM for a household of two to three people. A single SMART multimedia cartridge handles the main treatment; step up to Double or Triple to add a carbon block and a sediment stage.

Start here if you want broad, general-purpose point-of-entry filtration rather than a cartridge aimed at one specific contaminant. Crystal Quest describes the SMART blend as aimed at chlorine, chloramine, pesticides and herbicides; it advises a larger unit if your contaminant levels are high or more than one residence is served.

Key features and benefits

• Highest flow rating of the five Big Blue systems: 6-8 GPM, 2-3 people.
• Multimedia cartridge combining coconut-shell carbon, ion-exchange resin, Eagle Redox Alloy media, and ceramic and tourmaline balls.
• Add a carbon block and a sediment stage with the Double and Triple configurations.
• Order with or without the optional powder-coated aluminum floor stand, which avoids drilling into the wall.

Household sizing and water compatibility

• Manufacturer rating: 6-8 GPM | 2-3 people.
• Ports: 1" or 1-1/2" inlet/outlet ports.
• Water source: the manufacturer does not publish separate city-water or well-water ratings for this system; choose the cartridge from a lab analysis of your water.

Technical specifications

• Configurations: Single: SMART cartridge. Double adds a carbon block cartridge. Triple adds a sediment cartridge.
• Cartridge format: 4-5/8" x 20" cartridges.

Installation requirements

• Optional floor stand with a lightweight, powder-coated aluminum frame lets you place the system anywhere without drilling into the wall.
• Professional installation by a qualified plumber is recommended. Install according to Crystal Quest's installation instructions for your configuration.

Maintenance and replacement

• SMART cartridge: replace every 12-24 months, per the manufacturer.

Specifications and reduction targets are the manufacturer's. Results vary with your water, so test it before and after installation.