Re: [compost_tea] Re: Impact of water controller Soft Wave Technology?

From: Darryl Kemp <darryljkemp_at_yahoo.co.uk>
Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 19:21:39 +0100 (BST)

My Father in laws is an electric one applying a frequency and has been inst=
alled for around 10 years.  some extracts from the web below explainin=
g the process and a web site with products forsale as proof that they have =
all been around for awhile. also some non magnetic and non electric ones th=
at work on the catalyst principle.

cheers
darryl

http://www.eastmidlandswater.com/products.asp?CategoryID=3&Cat=Limescal=
e%20Removers&gclid=CPrRv8aN8qgCFcRtfAodD2FaFQ


Salt-free water
softeners are better known as descalers. While a descaler doesn't
actually "soften" the water (remove dissolved minerals) it does keep
them from being deposited on the insides of your pipes, dishwasher, and
washing machine. However, where water sits, as in your hot water heater, sc=
ale will still form.

A regular water softener runs the water
through resin beads where the calcium and magnesium molecules switch
places with sodium molecules, leaving the water soft. No scale in your
pipes or on your body is left because the mineral that would form it is
now gone.

The descaler does not remove the minerals but its
electric charge changes the crystal structure so the hard scale does not
 form as quickly. Places where the water flows freely will not get a
build up of scale. However, the water will still be "hard" and places
where water sits, such as your hot water heater, will still get a build
up of scale.

---------------------------------------------
------
This
 scale is a crystalline form of Calcium carbonate called Limescale.
Calcium carbonate is unusual in that it has a variety of crystal forms
including Marble, very hard but brittle, Chalk, very soft and crumbly,
and Limescale, very hard and very difficult to break.

Limescale,
deposited from untreated water, forms as long thread like crystals,
called dentrices. These dentrices weave together, which is the reason
why Limescale is so hard and difficult to break.

The right
electromagnetic field can modify the crystal forming characteristics of
Limescale. The crystals formed are small, round and smooth so they do
not cling together and wash through the water system. They do not
collect in the pipes, in the boiler or in places like the shower head.

All of the water which passes through the electromagnetic field is treated.=
 The effect lasts around 2-3 hours.

--------------------------------------------------------

"What is the difference between a water softener, a water filter, a descale=
r, and a conditioner?"
A
 water softener is a water treatment system where the calcium and
magnesium carbonate (the minerals responsible for the hard water) which
are dissolved in the water are replaced with either sodium chloride
(salt) or potassium chloride. This is different from a water filter in
that filters will generally remove chlorine, pesticides, bacteria (in
some cases), and suspended particles (sand, sediment, etc). A filter
will not remove dissolved solids (which are responsible for hard water).
 A descaler, (Salt Free Softener) does not remove dissolved solids, it
prevent the solids from being deposited inside pipes, on fixtures, etc. So=
urces:http://www.alphausasystems.com/softenFAQ.html



What are the differences between the Pelican Filtersorb SP Salt-Free
Water Softener/Conditioner and a Traditional Salt-Based Water Softener?


Traditional Salt-Base Water Softeners

Principle:
Salt
 softened water is based on ion exchange. For each ion of calcium and
magnesium (the hardness minerals) two sodium ions go into the water. A
salt softener usually has a reverse osmosis drinking and cooking system
at the kitchen sink to remove the added sodium so that the water is
drinkable. A traditional salt softener does not filter contaminants
commonly found in water. It is recommend that a GAC carbon filter be
used in addition to remove contaminants that may be present in your
water.
Feel:
Salt softened water will feel mushy and has a
slippery or slimy feel when showering or bathing with soap. Many people
do not like the way softened water feels, because it feels like they
can't ever completely rinse off the soap. Your skin feels like it has a
slippery coating on it. Consumers are told that salt softeners bring out
 the natural oils of your body. This is not true; it is a sign of over
softening and over regeneration.
Aesthetics:
Salt-based water
softeners can prevent the scale build-up in pipes and water heaters by
removing the hardness minerals of calcium and magnesium. Because of the
sodium content in the water, softened water unites with soap limiting
rings in the bathtub, allowing for better results with clothes washers
and dishwashers, and leaves shower doors virtually free of the usual
soap scum build-up. Most laundry and dishwashing detergents contain a
lot of sodium. Sodium causes more suds, however suds do not clean. Even
though the minerals are gone, the total dissolved solids in the water
has not changed and therefore when water is left, it will leave a
residue on surfaces or around faucets which is simply wiped up. Salt
softened water can also cause spotting depending on how much sodium is
in the water.
Corrosiveness of Salt:
Salt is corrosive.
Traditional Salt-Based Water Softeners use the same salt that is spread
on icy roads, which destroys the underside of cars. Those living near
oceans know harmful effects salt has on their cars, houses, etc. Many
people with galvanized pipes found that salt softened water did prevent
scale build-up, but the trade-off was the salt also corroded their pipes
 and fixtures..
Homeowners with salt softeners will go through more
hot water heaters because of the salt€™s corrosive effect o=
n the heating
 coils. Always check with a manufacturer's warranty related to water.
Softened water should not go to a pool or spa. Hard water and naturally
soft water have their maintenance issues, however softened water offers
potential problems that may imply or outright void the warranty on
certain products.

Pelican Filtersorb SP Salt-Free Water Softener/Conditioner

Principle:
The
 Pelican Filtersorb SP Salt-Free Water Softener/Conditioner causes a
physical change of the minerals. The minerals are breaking apart from
the water molecules and bond together. Operating on principles of
polarity, the calcium and magnesium are attracted each other rather than
 attaching to pipes and other surfaces. The minerals are put into a
suspended state, making them less adhering. Technically, this is called
"increased calcite nucleation". This system does not add any chemicals
to the water thus not requiring an expensive Reverse Osmosis filter for
drinking water. It is recommend that a GAC carbon filter be used in
addition to remove contaminants that may be present in your water.
Feel:
Natures
 Water has more of the feel of naturally soft water (water with lower
mineral content). It does not feel slippery, slimy, or mushy soft, like
salt softened water. No water in its natural state feels like salt
softened water. Soaps produce more lather with Pelican Filtersorb SP
Salt-Free Water Softener/Conditioner water versus untreated water.
However, these soaps will rinse off quickly and cleanly, leaving your
skin squeaky clean unlike salt softened water. Less soaps, shampoos,
coffee grounds, tea, etc., are needed with The Pelican Filtersorb SP
Salt-Free Water Softener/Conditioner.
Aesthetics:
The Pelican
Filtersorb SP Salt-Free Water Softener/Conditioner water will tend to
sheet. If water is left to dry on any surface it will leave something
behind, this is true with the Pelican System and Traditional Salt-Based
Water Softeners. These spots will simply wipe off versus untreated water
 where more work and special products may have to be used. Those who are
 replacing a salt softener must be told that there will be fewer suds
with The Pelican Filtersorb SP Salt-Free Water Softener/Conditioner. The
 sodium content of salt softened water causes more suds. This is
particularly true with some of the biodegradable laundry detergents. You
 should not use more soap to get more suds. Clothes will get clean
without the excess soap and suds and rinse out and dry easier. The same
with your dishwasher - use the appliance properly and with less powdered
 detergent. The taste of the water will not be affected because there
are no chemicals being added to the water (Sodium). When showering, the
Pelican Filtersorb SP Salt-Free Water Softener/Conditioner water rinses
off quickly and cleanly leaving your skin feeling squeaky-clean
(doesn€™t feel like there is still soap left on your skin).=
 The Pelican
Filtersorb SP Salt-Free Water Softener/Conditioner makes the water
easier to clean up, just like a traditional salt based water softener. A
 dishwasher still needs to be used properly, toilets need to be cleaned,
 and surfaces need to be wiped off. It is recommended that
phosphate-free soaps be used. The Pelican Filtersorb SP Salt-Free Water
Softener/Conditioner will prevent new scale and corrosion in pipes, and
will de-scale existing pipes and fixtures. Older water heaters should be
 drained to remove scale and sediment after the initial installation.
Water heaters will work more efficiently, and a savings on fuel and/or
electricity will result. After de-scaling water heaters, they should be
drained at least once a year. Water heater manufacturers recommend this
procedure as preventive maintenance.
 
Sources: http://www.waterfilter-usa.com/page.html?chapter=0&id=32






________________________________
From: Christine Baker <christine_at_bayhouse.com>
To: compost_tea_at_yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, 17 May 2011, 17:39
Subject: [compost_tea] Re: Impact of water controller Soft Wave Technology?


 
Darryl,

This gadget is NOT a magnet. Those have been around forever and as
you mention, with questionable results. This Soft Wave gadget is
ELECTRIC and applies a frequency.

Supposedly it was just recently invented by a local resident. I have
no chemistry background at all, so I thought maybe someone here could
explain this.

Christine


 

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