Is hardwater a problem?
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Problems Caused by Hard Water
Calcite, the main cause of scale, is the most common form of calcium carbonate and occurs naturally as a natural ingredient of chalk, limestone and marble. Water passing over and permeating through such rocks dissolves calcite when this water subsequently flows through a water system the calcite precipitates out to form a very hard scale on surfaces.
When hard water is heated, or evaporation takes place, the problems are exacerbated. Calcite forms ever growing layers of rock-like deposits until eventually pipes, jets and equipment become totally blocked.
The problem increases as the water gets hotter. Water containing 145 ppm of calcite, flowing at 3.5 litres per minute, produces in one year 4.8 kilograms of scale at 60�C. At 80�C this rises dramatically to a massive 29.9 kilograms!
Scale wastes both energy and financial resources just one eighth of an inch of scale reduces heating efficiency by 25%. It is also very expensive to remove, de-scaling pipes and boilers alone costs British Industry over �800M each year.
The Benefits of Natural Hard Water
Natural hard water contains minerals and salts which in the main have positive health benefits. Medical evidence suggests that there are lower incidence of heart-related diseases in hard water areas.
The Scalewatcher Process
Scalewatcher is a unique, efficient, energy-saving device designed to eliminate the problems of hard water, whilst retaining the natural benefits. This is achieved by changing the size of the particles of precipitated compounds, by aiding the ability of crystals to form their shape, and by altering the solubility of compounds within liquid.
Scalewatcher takes the process of induced ionisation to its ultimate stage. The principles of Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) are applied by passing Scalewatcher's patented signal through a coil wrapped around the pipe to be treated. The signal consists of a frequency modulated (FM) wave form within the audio frequency (AF) bandwidth. This inaudible sonic frequency signal sets up a dynamic field around and through the coil, pipe and water, and modifies the calcium carbonate crystal nuclei.
The nuclei upon which the crystals start growing are minute in size and have charged surfaces in their natural condition within the water. When they pass through the field, these naturally charged nuclei encounter considerable forces as the field interacts with them. The field acts at the surfaces of the nuclei and modifies the nature of the electrical charges and this ionisation effect thus alters the growth rate and pattern of the crystals in general and on specific planes.
Scale Reduction
It is this changed size, modified charge and crystalline shape that has the first two beneficial properties for the reduction of scale.
1. The 2-4 micron sized crystals become non-sticky and will not coagulate or precipitate and form scale in the same way as untreated calcium carbonate nuclei would. This process is so effective that the water has been found to fell and behave like chemically softened water.
2. The presence of the large crystalline shapes disrupts the equilibrium between the fluid and any existing scale. Smaller particles in general, dissolve more easily, so the larger particles will have reduced the levels of calcite in solution. Hence, existing scale deposited by precipitation will soften and gradually be absorbed into solution and flow out of the system. In areas of still water, e.g. tanks etc., the soft scale would settle to the bottom and could then be removed simply by flushing.
It has been established that the physiochemical process already described is more efficient because the signal energy is dynamically changing. By changing the signal field at high audio frequencies, unique to Scalewatcher, the energy imparted to the nuclei is considerably accelerated. The crystal intra molecular structure is rapidly broken down and the occurrence causes a fast dissolution of any existing scale forming molecules.
An important property of Scalewatcher processed water is that the charged crystalline shape growth will remain in that state for up to 7 days. Thus in stored water systems the effect is much longer lasting than other ionisation methods, retarding the reversion back to the smaller nuclei structures that are readily precipitated.
Potability and Water Quality
The calcium carbonate remains in the water as soft crystals, not as hard scale therefore water treated with Scalewatcher should reduce the risk of Gallstones. Minerals which have now been taken out of solution and crystalised to a size greater than 1 micron could, if desirable, be reduced using a good quality on micron ceramic or stainless steel filter.
The generation of hydrogen peroxide is in minute quantities and readily converts back to water and oxygen. It is widely used as an antiseptic mouth wash, therefore presents no hazard to health.
The sodium content and degree of acidity (PH) remain unchanged. The generation of carbon dioxide invigorates the water but is not enough to cause bubbles.
If calcium sulphate, which causes scum as opposed to scale, if present it will also undergo a change. This increases the effectiveness of soap/detergents.
Scalewatcher is Unique
Scalewatcher uses a patented method of softening water without resorting to chemicals and should not be confused with other devices that have proved to be only partially effective. The fact that Scalewatcher can be seen to actually de-scale a water system is proof of its effectiveness. The low cost investment quickly reduces energy, maintenance, and repair/replacement costs and will pay for itself many times over during its expected life-span of 20-30 years.
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Testimonials & published articles
Now tested and endorsed by Roger Bisby
* Roger Bisby Products editor of Professional Builder magazine
* Registered plumber.
* Trouble shooter spot on London Radio and appears Regularly on national television as a spokesman for the plumbing and heating industry.
"I have been running a Scalewatcher in my house since January 1993. My test for Home Building and Decorating magazine was completely objective. I can confirm that it worked in accordance with the manufacturer's claims and continues to work very well.
In reducing the build up of scale in your hot water system it can save you a considerable amount of money. Tests show that as little as 3 millimetres of scale can increase fuel costs by 15%. Most houses in hard water areas have a lot more than this, so a Scalewatcher could pay for itself in a couple of years-after which it is putting money into your bank. "
What people say about Scalewatcher
"It has quite obviously helped to control scale. Certainly inside six months there was obviously a big improvement."
"Build It"
"The first effect of the one we tested was to release the scale which had built up within the electric shower, with significantly less scale forming around the bath and basin taps, making it easier to keep the place clean."
"Practical Householder"
"Yes, it does work. We've given a sample a road test."
"Perfect Homes"
"Now, the immersion heater element is clean. The torchlight inspection revealed no scale build-up on the indirect cylinder coil."
R. Bisby, Test Report.
"Confirming your guarantee of controlling scale, which it most certainly does with spectacular results."
Plumbing Lecturer, Hammersmith and West London College.
�First it is very easy to fit��.what a difference it has made��..Well done for selling a limescale remover that really does work.�
Mr Warrillow, Kent
�I am delighted and would recommend the Scalewatcher to anyone.�
Mrs Bryant, Southampton
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