REMOVING NITRATES FROM WELL WATER USING ION EXCHANGE – A SIMPLE GUIDE
A nitrate removal filter using ion-exchange is a highly effective and proven technology used by many well water owners to filter nitrates and nitrites. There are a wide variety of nitrate removal systems (including reverse osmosis) on the market so it can be overwhelming when trying to find one that meets your exact requirements. If you are currently looking for a nitrate filter and want to know how you can benefit from using an ion exchange system, what to look for in a filter system and what questions you should be asking, then this guide is for you.
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What is a ion exchange nitrate filter?
In the ion exchange process nitrate ions are exchanged by chloride (much like a standard water softener that exchanges hard water ions for chloride). When all chloride ions are exchanged with nitrate ions the resin is exhausted. Resin is regenerated with sodium chloride solution (standard water softener salt).
Our ion exchange system are considered a point of entry (POE) nitrate filter, also known as a whole house nitrate filter is installed at the main-line of your plumbing where water enters your house or business. This type of filter removes nitrates in your kitchen and at other taps throughout your house should you want it; such as your bathroom, all sinks or utility room.
Our ion exchange system are considered a point of entry (POE) nitrate filter, also known as a whole house nitrate filter is installed at the main-line of your plumbing where water enters your house or business. This type of filter removes nitrates in your kitchen and at other taps throughout your house should you want it; such as your bathroom, all sinks or utility room.
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Do nitrate filters also soften hard water?
Hard water scale can greatly reduce the lifespan, effectiveness and removal capacity of the nitrate resins. Therefore, our Nitrate Eaters offer both hard water softening and nitrate removal all in one system. If you already have a water softener we offer our "Nitrate Only" Nitrate Eater which is installed after your existing water softener.
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How do I know if my well water needs an ion exchange nitrate filter?
High concentration of nitrate in water is a potential hazard for two reasons.
Basically, if you need water to be of a higher quality than your private well water supply, then a ion exchange nitrate filter system might work for you. As there are many different well water filters to choose from, it is worth having your water analyzed. Before you purchase any filter for your well we recommend that you obtain a water quality test report for your well water supply, which will help identify any issues that are essential to deal with and those you may wish to improve. If you have a water report please email us at Support@RainDanceH2OStore.com Attn: Whole House Nitrate Filter - Or contact us about our FREE well water testing.
- The nitrate ions form complexes with the blood and in the long run cause oxygen depletion affecting human & livestock life.
- The flow of nitrate bearing water through iron pipes can cause depletion of oxygen leading to corrosion.
Basically, if you need water to be of a higher quality than your private well water supply, then a ion exchange nitrate filter system might work for you. As there are many different well water filters to choose from, it is worth having your water analyzed. Before you purchase any filter for your well we recommend that you obtain a water quality test report for your well water supply, which will help identify any issues that are essential to deal with and those you may wish to improve. If you have a water report please email us at Support@RainDanceH2OStore.com Attn: Whole House Nitrate Filter - Or contact us about our FREE well water testing.
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The RainDance Water Systems Nitrate Eater is an ion exchange nitrate removal filter specifically made for well water and guaranteed to remove nitrates to below the USEPA maximum level allowed in drinking water.
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Nitrate Eater-125-12 Nitrate Filter
1-8 Person Household (?) / Whole House / Livestock Well Water Nitrate Filters
The RainDance Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
The RainDance Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
- Preloaded Filter Tank with Nitrate-Specific and Softening Resins
- High Capacity Completely Assembled Brine Tank
- User-Friendly Metered Control Valve with Complete Bypass
- New Upgrades Included:
- NSF 61 Certified Water Treatment Media - Yes
- NSF Certified Control Valve & Tank - Yes
- Free Installation Kit With Bypass - Yes
- Free Lifetime Water Testing - Yes
- EZ-Installation Instructions Pre-Loaded On Flash Drive - Yes
- Free 24/7 Technical Support - Yes
- 24/7 Water Leak Detector - Yes
- In Stock - Yes
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
Twin Nitrate Eater-12 Continuous Nitrate Removal
Large Household / 24/7 Twin Tank Continuous Well Water Nitrate Filters
The RainDance Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
The RainDance Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
- Why you should consider a Twin Nitrate Eater: Single-tank systems can’t backwash and soften & filter your water at the same time, so there may be times that untreated nitrates & hard water flows into the plumbing. Our twin tank system, such as the Twin Nitrate Eater offered by RainDance Water Systems, don’t suffer from this problem. NO Down Time! They keep filtering high nitrates & softening your well water 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Preloaded Filter Tanks with Nitrate-Specific and Softening Resins
- High Capacity Completely Assembled Brine Tank
- User-Friendly Metered Control Valve with Complete Twin Bypass
- New Upgrades Included:
- NSF 61 Certified Water Treatment Media - Yes
- NSF Certified Control Valve & Tank - Yes
- Free Installation Kit With Bypass - Yes
- Free Lifetime Water Testing - Yes
- EZ-Installation Instructions Pre-Loaded On Flash Drive - Yes
- Free 24/7 Technical Support - Yes
- 24/7 Water Leak Detector - Yes
- In Stock - Yes
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
Twin Nitrate Eater-14 Commercial Nitrate Filter
High Flow Rate / 24/7 Twin Tank Continuous Well Water Nitrate Filters
The RainDance Twin Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
Free Shipping Within The Continental US
The RainDance Twin Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
- Why you should consider a Twin Nitrate Eater: Single-tank systems can’t backwash and soften & filter your water at the same time, so there may be times that untreated nitrates & hard water flows into the plumbing. Our twin tank system, such as the Twin Nitrate Eater offered by RainDance Water Systems, don’t suffer from this problem. NO Down Time! They keep filtering high nitrates & softening your well water 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Filter Tanks with Nitrate-Specific and Softening Resins
- Commercial-Size Completely Assembled Brine Tank
- User-Friendly Metered Control Valve
- New Upgrades Includes:
- NSF 61 Certified Water Treatment Media - Yes
- NSF Certified Control Valve & Tank - Yes
- EZ-Installation Instructions Pre-Loaded On Flash Drive - Yes
- Free 24/7 Technical Support - Yes
- 24/7 Water Leak Detector - Yes
- In Stock - Yes
Free Shipping Within The Continental US
Nitrate Eater-125-14 High Flow Nitrate Filter
High Flow Large Home / Light Commercial / Livestock Well Water Nitrate Filters
The RainDance Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
The RainDance Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
- Filter Tank with Nitrate-Specific and Softening Resins
- High Capacity Completely Assembled Brine Tank
- User-Friendly Metered Control Valve with Complete Bypass
- New Upgrades Included:
- NSF 61 Certified Water Treatment Media - Yes
- NSF Certified Control Valve & Tank - Yes
- Free Installation Kit With Bypass - Yes
- Free Lifetime Water Testing - Yes
- EZ-Installation Instructions Pre-Loaded On Flash Drive - Yes
- Free 24/7 Technical Support - Yes
- 24/7 Water Leak Detector - Yes
- In Stock - Yes
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
Well Water Nitrate Removal Systems (No Water Softening)
Treats Up To 200ppm (mg/L) Of Nitrates
These Nitrate Filtration Systems Are installed After your Existing Water Softener
Treats Up To 200ppm (mg/L) Of Nitrates
These Nitrate Filtration Systems Are installed After your Existing Water Softener
Nitrate Only Nitrate Eater-125-12N
1-8 Person Household / Whole House Nitrate Filter
The RainDance Nitrate Eater filtration system includes the following premium features: High Nitrates Filtered At Every Tap!
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
The RainDance Nitrate Eater filtration system includes the following premium features: High Nitrates Filtered At Every Tap!
- Preloaded Filter Tank with Nitrate-Specific Resin
- Installs after your existing water softener or have hard water less than 3gpg
- High Capacity Completely Assembled Brine Tank
- User-Friendly Metered Control Valve with Complete Bypass
- New Upgrades Included:
- NSF 61 Certified Water Treatment Media - Yes
- NSF Certified Control Valve & Tank - Yes
- Free Installation Kit With Bypass - Yes
- Free Lifetime Water Testing - Yes
- EZ-Installation Instructions Pre-Loaded On Flash Drive - Yes
- Free 24/7 Technical Support - Yes
- 24/7 Water Leak Detector - Yes
- In Stock - Yes
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
Nitrate Only Twin Nitrate Eater-12N
High Water Use Households / Twin Tank Continuous Well Water Nitrate Filter
The RainDance Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
The RainDance Nitrate Eater water softener/nitrate filter combo system includes the following premium features:
- Preloaded Filter Tanks with Nitrate-Specific Resin
- High Capacity Completely Assembled Brine Tank
- User-Friendly Metered Control Valve with Complete Bypass
- New Upgrades Includes:
- NSF 61 Certified Water Treatment Media - Yes
- NSF Certified Control Valve & Tank - Yes
- Free Installation Kit With Bypass - Yes
- Free Lifetime Water Testing - Yes
- EZ-Installation Instructions Pre-Loaded On Flash Drive - Yes
- Free 24/7 Technical Support - Yes
- 24/7 Water Leak Detector - Yes
- In Stock - Yes
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
Nitrate Only Nitrate Eater-125-14N High Flow
High Flow Well Water Nitrate Filter From RainDance Water Systems
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
- The RainDance Water Systems Nitrate Eater-125-14N High Flow High Capacity Nitrate Only Removal System: Applications Include - Whole House Large Home, Livestock, Agriculture, Well Water High Nitrate Removal
- Installs after your existing water softener or have hard water less than 3gpg
- Filters High Well Water Nitrates Up To 200ppm
- Designed To Remove High Nitrates To Below The EPA Maximum Allowed
- 15gpm Flow Rate: Accommodates 1" or 1.25" Plumbing Sizes
- New Upgrades Included:
- NSF 61 Certified Nitrate Water Treatment Media - Yes
- NSF Certified Control Valve & Tank - Yes
- Free Installation Kit With Bypass - Yes
- EZ-Installation Instructions Pre-Loaded On Flash Drive - Yes
- Free 24/7 Technical Support - Yes
- 24/7 Water Leak Detector - Yes
- In Stock - Yes
Free Shipping Within The Continental US / (Not available for sale in California)
Note: Nitrate filter systems for livestock and commercial applications in California are available. Please CONTACT US for application information.
The RainDance Nitrate Eater Nitrate Filters Are Designed For Whole House Filtration, Commercial Business, Agriculture & Livestock Use
What Are Nitrates?: Nitrate (NO3) is an inorganic chemical composed of nitrogen and oxygen. High Nitrate contamination of drinking water usually results from runoff of agricultural fertilizers or from human or animal wastes, such as livestock feedlots or faulty septic systems.
How Much Nitrate Is Allowed In Drinking Water? The maximum contaminant level (MCL) for nitrate in drinking water is 10 milligrams per liter (mg/L or ppm)). This is the maximum allowable level of nitrate that may be present in drinking water without a high risk of causing health problems.
How Much Nitrates Will The RainDance Nitrate Eater Filter? The Nitrate Eater can treat up to 150ppm of well water nitrates - you can expect your nitrate level after the Nitrate Eater to be below the maximum contaminant level (MCL) and in most cases non-detectable levels.
How Do I Know If There Is Nitrate In My Well Water? Since nitrate is colorless, tasteless, and odorless, you cannot tell if you have nitrate in your well water unless you test for it. Nitrate is more often found more in groundwater than in surface water. Nitrate is commonly found in shallow wells that are located in agricultural areas. Nitrate levels in ground water may change over time, especially after a heavy rainfall. Nitrate concentrations above guideline levels have been found in well water samples throughout US., especially near heavily farmed areas. In some cases, wells located near each other may have different levels of nitrate, so you cannot rely on test results from a neighbor’s well. High Nitrates can be found in Arizona, California, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Nevada, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin.
What Are Nitrates?: Nitrate (NO3) is an inorganic chemical composed of nitrogen and oxygen. High Nitrate contamination of drinking water usually results from runoff of agricultural fertilizers or from human or animal wastes, such as livestock feedlots or faulty septic systems.
How Much Nitrate Is Allowed In Drinking Water? The maximum contaminant level (MCL) for nitrate in drinking water is 10 milligrams per liter (mg/L or ppm)). This is the maximum allowable level of nitrate that may be present in drinking water without a high risk of causing health problems.
How Much Nitrates Will The RainDance Nitrate Eater Filter? The Nitrate Eater can treat up to 150ppm of well water nitrates - you can expect your nitrate level after the Nitrate Eater to be below the maximum contaminant level (MCL) and in most cases non-detectable levels.
How Do I Know If There Is Nitrate In My Well Water? Since nitrate is colorless, tasteless, and odorless, you cannot tell if you have nitrate in your well water unless you test for it. Nitrate is more often found more in groundwater than in surface water. Nitrate is commonly found in shallow wells that are located in agricultural areas. Nitrate levels in ground water may change over time, especially after a heavy rainfall. Nitrate concentrations above guideline levels have been found in well water samples throughout US., especially near heavily farmed areas. In some cases, wells located near each other may have different levels of nitrate, so you cannot rely on test results from a neighbor’s well. High Nitrates can be found in Arizona, California, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Nevada, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin.
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Nitrate Eater Features
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Nitrate Eater Advantages
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The Nitrate Eater is a self-backwashing system that automatically removes the trapped contaminants within the filter bed and washes them down the drain. This is accomplished with a digital electronic control valve that is mounted on top of the Nitrate Eater. This valve is controlled by an electronic meter that calculates the amount of water being used. Once the meter reaches x amount of gallons, it then initiates the backwash cycle that cleans the bed of filtration media and resets it for the next period of filtration. Easy maintenance - periodically add sodium pellets or sodium-free potassium pellets to brine tank needed to regenerate the media.
Are you concerned about Nitrates in your water well?
Nitrate levels in many well waters are often high. The legal limit in the US is 10 mg/l as nitrate.
Over 60% of nitrate enters water from agricultural land. High concentrations of nitrate in water can cause
methaemoglobinaemia in very young children (blue baby syndrome).
The facts on Nitrates are important to rural well water owners all across the US. You don't have to give up on your well water, just treat it!
Learn more about Nitrates in drinking water.
Nitrate levels in many well waters are often high. The legal limit in the US is 10 mg/l as nitrate.
Over 60% of nitrate enters water from agricultural land. High concentrations of nitrate in water can cause
methaemoglobinaemia in very young children (blue baby syndrome).
The facts on Nitrates are important to rural well water owners all across the US. You don't have to give up on your well water, just treat it!
Learn more about Nitrates in drinking water.
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