AquaFX Barracuda RO/DI System

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AquaFX Barracuda RO/DI predominant w/ reef enthusiast.

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Part Number: Bar-50-CB

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Features

- Hand-built in the USA by AquaFX!
- 0 TDS Water! Zero Phosphate, Ultra Pure Laboratory Grade Water Purifier
- Remove Harmful Impurities from Your Water
- Heavy Duty Aluminum Bracket
- Quick-Disconnect Fittings (¼" OD)

The AquaFX Barracuda RO/DI (Reverse Osmosis / Deionization) is the first choice of residential reef enthusiasts, engineered to meet the specific needs of your top off and makeup water. AquaFX is proud to have our Barracuda recognized by About.com for being #1 pick for RO/DI's within the industry.

The AquaFX Barracuda is offered in several flow rates from 50 GPD to 300 GPD (Gallons per Day). AquaFX furthers this great unit by allowing you to select the carbon your system uses, giving you the ability to deal with disinfectants such as Chloramine or even traditional Chlorine. The Barracuda has great appeal for every reef keeper, from the weekend hobbyist to professional service companies. Truly making AquaFX 'The Leaders in Reverse Osmosis'

Specifications

- 4-Stage Filtration

- Stage 1 - AquaFX Premium 1 micron Sediment Filter
- Stage 2 - AquaFX Chlorine Guzzler Carbon Block Pre-filter
- Stage 3 - AquaFX TFC RO Membrane (made in the USA)
- Stage 4 - AquaFX Mixed Bed Color Indicating Zero TDS DI resin (USA Resin)

- Pressure Gauge
- Quick Connect Fittings
- 10" Canister Filter Wrench for easy filter changes
- Heavy Duty Aluminum Mounting Bracket

Includes

- Barricuda RO/DI Filter and cartridges
- 1/4" Hose Bib Adapter (additional installation parts available here)
- 10" Canister Filter Wrench for easy filter changes
- 6 feet of supply tube, drain tube and product tube
- AquaFX Instruction manual
- You can add 100 GPD anytime by adding a PiggyBack Kit

* Output based on 65PSI, 77°F, 250ppm TDS water input over a 24-hour period. Lower pressure, cooler water temperature or higher TDS will reduce output. A booster pump is highly recommended if pressure is below 45 PSI.

Q: About what is the usable water to waste water ratio on the Barracuda RO/DI?

Asked by: Austin G. - 6/13/2015

A: For every gallon of product water you make, the system makes four gallons of waste water. This is designed to optimize membrane life.

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Answer provided by: Misty (6/16/2015)

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Q: I have this filter. Approximately how long until I will need new filters and membrane?

Asked by: Jennifer Zock - 12/4/2017

A: This is a great question -

RO Membranes - Typically last 1 year or more, the RO membrane life is heavily dependent on how often you change your sediment and carbon. Customers that change their sediment and carbon more often experience longer RO membrane life. If you neglect your carbon filter, chlorine can/will destroy the RO membrane. Best way to know if the RO membrane is still good or not is to use a TDS meter and compare the tap water vs the RO product water (NOT THE DI FINAL PRODUCT WATER)

Sediment and Carbon - With these pre-filters you can look for a pressure drop, or change them our based on a volume production. Without knowing your tap water conditions / volume used per day, I cant give you a very accurate filter life for your prefilters. Most customers will change them quarterly or possibly twice a year. But this heavily depends on whats in the initial feed water.

DI filter (this ones easy) - you just measure the TDS out of the unit and look for a Zero-ppm. The DI also changes color indicating that its exhaustion is starting to take place, but always use a TDS meter to assess if a DI is exhausted or not.

If you go to YouTube and type "AquaFX filter Change" You will know everything you ever need to know about your Barracuda RO/DI - hope this helped!? :)

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Answer provided by: Pete Brizio (12/4/2017)

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Q: Is this filter ideal for freshwater planted aquariums? The description seems to only highlight that the Barracuda is the "choice for residential reef enthusiasts".

Asked by: Alex Morgan - 2/27/2019

A: The Barracuda maybe overkill. But it would certainly work well. You can use a AquaFX Dolphin, it will cost you less and work very well too!

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Answer provided by: Marianne Brizio (2/27/2019)

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Q: About what is the usable water to waste water ratio on the Barracuda RO/DI?

Asked by: Austin G. - 6/13/2015

A: I know this is an older question.....But....Great News, we now have membranes that run at a 1 to 1 ratio. Meaning, you can great a gallon of EXCELLENT water for each gallon of waste (rinse)

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Answer provided by: Marianne Brizio (2/27/2019)

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Q: Is it ok if filter sits for a few weeks unused then 1st batch of water can be used from ro di barracuda or dolphin? Or should I discard 1st gallon? Any harmful side effects for fish? This filter will remove most all silica? I stil. Have diatoms but had old water as well in tank. Thanks

Asked by: Donna - 6/7/2019

A: The unit can sit unused; we do strongly suggest storing it in a dark place. Using a black plastic contractor bag works well.

You can discard some of the first water that is produced as an added safely measure, Although I have never heard of any problems resulting from a properly stored unit.

We do make a Silicate Blaster DI filter, the standard DI does remove silicates, but if you have an excess of silicates the Silicate Blaster filter will last longer.

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Answer provided by: Marianne Brizio (1/2/2020)

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Q: I want to install an auto shut off valve onto my barracuda system. is there a check valve already on the filtered water end of the RO membrane or will I have to install one myself? thank you

Asked by: Frank - 11/29/2019

A: Unless there is an Automatic Shutoff already there; there is not a check valve already installed. If you are just replacing an Automatic shutoff there should be one there. They are easy to identify.

https://www.aquariumwaterfilters.com/Quick-Connect-Cross-p.qccv.htm

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Answer provided by: Marianne Brizio (1/2/2020)

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Q: Hi I would like to know if the barracuda is good for fresh water too

Asked by: Luc - 12/31/2019

A: The simple answer is yes, it is safe for your freshwater tank.. The longer answer is; you can use a Dolphin RO. Unless you have a specific need for ZERO TDS water, the Reverse Osmosis without DI works perfectly. It will also save you some money!
Please let me know if you have any more questions.

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Answer provided by: Marianne Brizio (1/2/2020)

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