This product appears in the Watts Water Quality Catalogue 2025
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Specifications
| Active Ingredient | 75–85% Manganese Dioxide |
|---|---|
| Target Contaminants | Iron, hydrogen sulfide, manganese |
| Screen Size | 12 x 40 |
| Bulk Density | 114 lbs/cu.ft. |
| Service Flow | 6 gpm/cu.ft. |
| Backwash Rate | 16–30 GPM/sq.ft (min. bed expansion 15%) |
| Bed Depth | 20 inch minimum |
| Freeboard | 30–50% of bed depth |
| pH Range | 6.5 – 9.0 |
| Removal Capacity | Iron 10 ppm · Hydrogen Sulfide 3 ppm · Manganese 5 ppm |
| Certification | Certified to ANSI/NSF Std. 61 |
| Packaging (A8033) | 0.5 cu ft / bag · 57 lbs · 38 per pallet |
The use of additional oxidizing agents (oxygen, chlorine, ozone, hydrogen peroxide, potassium permanganate) is recommended to enhance performance. Do not exceed 4 ppm free chlorine in the feed water. Watts recommends a small-scale pilot test anytime the use of oxidizing agents is in question.
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Questions, answered
How fast will I get a price?
Send the quote request and a specialist replies within 4 business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 4:30 ET.
Can we pay on account or by purchase order?
Yes. With established credit, terms are Net 30 days, and you can send your purchase order with the quote request. We also accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
How is shipping charged?
On quotes and account orders, the carrier charge is worked out at shipment from the packed weight and dimensions, and added to your invoice.
Can I return it?
Yes, within 30 days of purchase, with a return authorization number from customer service first. A 25% restocking fee applies, unless it is a defect covered by the warranty. Special orders, hazardous materials, flammable liquids and gases can't be returned. Return policy
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