Special attention is paid to purification of tap water from various impurities. Therefore, filters for various purposes are in demand. On the market, they are represented by a huge variety from a large number of manufacturers. Therefore, making a choice is not easy. One of the advertised brands is a filter under the Norex Standard brand from a Russian manufacturer.
What is the Nortex Standard filter
This is a filtration complex, the elements of which are interconnected. The multistage purification technology brings the water purity up to 99%. There is a softener and a reverse osmosis filter in the complex. The latter guarantees maximum cleaning.
The main elements of flask or cartridge vertical type can be changed. Replacement of cartridges in the Nortex Standard water purification system can be done by hand. For this, a special spanner wrench is included in the package of the device.
The lifespan of each cartridge depends on the intensity of use of the device, as well as on the degree of contamination of the tap water. The product passport indicates the recommended service life of the filter elements. The set of the complex also includes a drain valve, which is installed on the kitchen sink. The valve is mounted and secured with a union nut and several rubber gaskets. The latter ensure the tightness of the connection.
Filter classification
The company "Nortex" offers four models, which differ from each other in the complete set, the degree of water purification and productivity. But all of them are built-in systems, that is, they are more often installed inside the kitchen sink cabinet and connected to the water supply system with flexible hoses.
Model line:
- Nortex Standard. Basic model with three cartridge-type filters installed in series.
- Nortex 5 steps. In addition to three flask filtering devices, the composition includes a reverse osmosis filter and a water softener. One of the most popular models that purifies tap water up to 100%.
- Nortex Cottage 1. In addition to three cartridge elements, a softener is included.
- Nortex Osmo Modern. In addition to three filter elements, this model includes a mineralizer. It is a free-standing tank filled with minerals.
The price of water treatment plants Nortex Standard and others depends on the region, because the distribution of the device is carried out by dealers, each of whom set their own markup, thereby making a profit. On average, the Standard model costs around 10,000 rubles, Osmo Modern 23,000-25,000 rubles.
Service rules
The passport of each model indicates after what time it is necessary to change the cartridges. For the Standard model, this period is 1 month. But here, as already mentioned, it all depends on the intensity of operation of the device and the degree of contamination of the tap water. Do not forget about the correct connection.
In the "Osmo" model, the reverse osmosis filter element is not serviced. It is connected in parallel with the pipes extending from the three cartridge filters on one side, with a drain valve on the other and on the third side with a sewer. The membrane is automatically rinsed with water from the water pipe, but the impurities are drained into the sewer. You can organize the drain into a container, which is placed near the filtering complex.Not the most convenient option, because you will have to monitor the water level in the tank all the time.
The service life of the mineralizer is long. The product passport contains a period during which it is not necessary to update the filling. But if such a need arises, the mineral granules will have to be bought, the tank opened and replaced. In fact, this is not an easy operation, so it is recommended to consult a specialist.
Information and reviews about the company
- The site of the company is not made in the best way. This already suggests that the manufacturer attaches little importance to the information block. Leading brands, on the contrary, devote a lot of money, time and effort to this.
- The information on the Nortex website is unreliable. This is especially true of the address. In fact, the hotel is located along it.
- The phone number indicated on the website is silent all the time.
- The filters themselves are not sold in stores. They are distributed by dealers who increase prices at their own discretion. Therefore, in one city, Nortex Standard costs 3,500, in another 10,000 rubles.
- There are no technical specifications on the site. It is not clear which filter is used for what.
- The company itself positions itself as international. But filters are distributed only in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. The products are not allowed further, and there is no need, because they sell well in these countries. The price allows you to do this.
The bloggers concluded: filters from the Nortex company are nothing more than Chinese products, moreover, of low quality, and therefore they are inexpensive. Hence the negative consumer reviews.
However, the device itself is made with conscience in mind. Visual inspection showed no defects. At the same time, he carries out cleaning, which is also proved by tests. Cleans the device for a short time. It quickly clogs, hence the decrease in pressure in the water supply network and the purity of the water itself. Replacing cartridges changes the situation, but not for long.
Cartridges from filters of other brands are suitable for Nortex Standard filters. This is a plus, because it becomes possible to extend the period of water purification. The cartridges of well-known brands are made of quality materials, they have high density and durability. Therefore, a tip - if a Nortex Standard filter is used to purify tap water, use cartridges from well-known brands when replacing the filter element.
