The chart below expresses the theoretical performance capacity of our water softening cartridges in four sizes. It assumes the standard 32,000 grain per cubic foot capacity of new cation softening resin.
Softening cartridges can be regenerated, partially but not perfectly, by soaking them in a salt water solution.
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The chart is for information only and is not a guarantee of performance. Actual performance can be influenced by a number of variables.
| Cartridge Size | Gallons of 7 Grains Per Gallon Water Treated | Gallons of 15 Grains Per Gallon Water Treated | Gallons of 40 Grains Per Gallon Water Treated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5" X 9.75" | 105 | 45 | 15 |
| 2.5" X 20" | 255 | 120 | 45 |
| 4.25" X 10" | 263 | 128 | 45 |
| 4.25" X 20" | 615 | 285 | 105 |
Below is a summary of performance capacity for a Garden Hose Water Softener. The capacity is greater than any of our standard softening cartridges, and the regeneration process is simplified.
| Tank Size | Gallons of 7 Grains Per Gallon Water Treated | Gallons of 15 Grains Per Gallon Water Treated | Gallons of 40 Grains Per Gallon Water Treated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8" X 18" | 1400 | 650 | 250 |
Deductions are made using the standard rules of cylinder volume: the volume of a cylinder equals the (area of the base)*height = (πr²)h. 1 cubic inches = 0.000578703704 cubic feet.
(whole house & well units)