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The AquaFX Barracuda RO/DI
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AquaFX Barracuda RO/DI predominant w/ reef enthusiast.
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Bar-50-CB
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300 GPD [+$125.00]
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The AquaFX Barracuda Reverse Osmosis Deionization System
The AquaFX Barracuda RO/DI is still 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'
Technical Specs -
AquaFX Premium 1 micron Sediment
AquaFX Carbon Block (Or AquaFX Chloramine Blaster Carbon, or the AquaFX High Capacity Carbon Block)
AquaFX TFC RO Membrane (Always made in the USA - just another quality difference from us and 'them')
AquaFX Mixed Bed Color Indicating Zero TDS DI resin
Heavy Duty Aluminum Mounting Bracket
Quick Connect Fittings standard (no compression)
Every AquaFX system is hand built in our shop for your needs, never outsourced. Allowing for superior quality control during the manufacturing process. (Where was your RO unit made? Will your supplier even tell you?)
Parts Included with Every Barracuda RO/DI system -
1/4" Hose Bib Adapter (Unless another supply type is chosen)
AquaFX TFC RO Membrane(s)
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
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About.com named the Barracuda the Number ONE for aquarium RO/DI .
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Reviewed by:
Marianne
from Winter Park on 11/4/2014
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Great RODI system. Purchased this for my saltwater aquarium and am thrilled with the purchase. Customer support is as good as it gets as well!
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Stefano Aleppo
from FL on 1/25/2018
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Great product, works as described. Easy to maintain and customer service is very responsive. I have 50 psi coming in, no booster, serial connection with a second di membrane. This setup has allowed me to produce same amount of water in less time, saving on waste water. I recommend adding a second di membrane for this reason, but not required. I get 5gal of product water in 30-60 min depending on incoming water temp. Never lug buckets to LFS again! Serious reefers need to have this unit!
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Ken Villasenor
from Illinois on 2/9/2018
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Amazing filter, backed by an american made company with excellent customer service. I have nothing to complain about, the filter is well made with quality components and fittings. I have owned the 5 stage barracuda filter for over 2 years now, one year it was sitting outside in the sun and it still works as good as the day I bought it.
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Dakota James
from Saint Petersburg, FL on 1/26/2018
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About what is the usable water to waste water ratio on the Barracuda RO/DI?
Asked by:
Austin G.
- 6/13/2015
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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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Misty (6/16/2015)
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I have this filter. Approximately how long until I will need new filters and membrane?
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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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Pete Brizio (12/4/2017)
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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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Marianne Brizio (2/27/2019)
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About what is the usable water to waste water ratio on the Barracuda RO/DI?
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Austin G.
- 6/13/2015
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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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Marianne Brizio (2/27/2019)
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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
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Donna
- 6/7/2019
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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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Marianne Brizio (1/2/2020)
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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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Marianne Brizio (1/2/2020)
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Hi I would like to know if the barracuda is good for fresh water too
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Luc
- 12/31/2019
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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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Marianne Brizio (1/2/2020)
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Do you sell replacement parts for the Barracuda?
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Laura
- 2/23/2021
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Can the water from this system be considered potable water?
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Eric
- 9/28/2021
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