Pros and Cons of an Ozone Water Purification System
An ozone water
purification system is a chemical free method used to treat water.
Treatment systems are made for pools, spas and drinking water. There are two
basic types of ozone treatment systems: corona discharge and ultraviolet. Both
are made to replicate naturally occurring ozone. The corona discharge method
imitates production caused in nature by lightening. The smell in the air after a
thunderstorm is primarily ozone, created by lightening in the atmosphere. The UV
method imitates the ultraviolet radiation of the sun.
Ozone water treatment has been around since the late 1800s for water
purification. Ozone has been getting bad press when used in air purifiers. You
should be aware that when used in water systems, it is not in gas form and can’t
be breathed in. When it hits the open air, it is converted to oxygen quickly. To
ensure your safety, you should always avoid breathing in the gas.
There are several benefits to an ozone purification system. It is very effective
for killing bacteria and viruses that are present in both municipal and well
water supplies. Decayed organic material that can cause objectionable taste and
smells are removed by this method as well. These systems can also be used to
treat iron and magnesium, which are responsible for hard water. No chemicals are
needed to purify, so there is no odor or taste resulting from the treatment
process.
There are a few disadvantages to an ozone treatment system. They are not
effective for removing all minerals and particles from your water. Some people
use an under sink carbon
water filter along with these purifiers to remove a wider range of
contaminants and make the supply safer for drinking. An electric pump is needed
to run these purification units and you may need a professional to install it
properly. Since electricity is needed for operation, you won’t be protected in
the event of a power outage.
For more information see:
Home water filtration systems
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