WaterPro BT Water Purification Systems
The WaterPro BT System produces both RO-purified and Type I water packaged in a compact all-in-one benchtop design. For laboratories needing 1-10 liters per day, the WaterPro BT System delivers ultrapure Type I water, up to 18.2 megohm-cm at a typical rate of >0.5 liter per minute at inlet water temperature of 25° C. Type I water is ideal for many applications including instrumental trace element analysis, mixing standardized acid/base solutions, and media solutions. An optional UV lamp further reduces the bacteria and TOC levels necessary for life science applications.
Reverse osmosis (RO)-purified Type III water is produced and stored in the integral six liter tank. A tank outlet valve, accessible from the back, provides access to RO-purified water, produced at a rate up to 3 liters per hour (0.05 liters per minute). Type III water is ideal for non-critical laboratory applications such as reagent preparation and glassware rinsing.
Compact, lightweight and quick to install, the WaterPro BT may be easily transported and shared among labs. To install, the WaterPro BT requires only simple connection to a tap water supply, drain and electrical source. The Filter Pack bundles all water filter technologies (reverse osmosis, activated carbon filtration, and deionization) into one convenient twin cartridge package. Simply snap the Filter Pack into place and installation is complete.
Key Features
- Meets ASTM Type I water standard
- Meets ASTM Type III water standard with feedwater purity of 100 µs or better
- Attractive and durable thermoplastic housing
- Integral 6 liter storage tank holds RO-purified water
- Rear-mounted tank outlet valve releases RO-purified Type III from the storage tank
- User-friendly color LCD shows water quality, system status, and maintenance or alarm messages; screen can be rotated up or down for easy viewing
- Dispensing button for continuous or controlled dispensing of Type I water
- Fixed volume delivery: in Auto-Dispense mode, a pre-set volume of Type I water may be dispensed from 0.25 L to 9.75 L in 0.25 L increments
- Removable front cover provides easy access to the Filter Pack
- Quiet operation at 50 dB or less at a distance of 3 1/4 feet (1 meter)
- Visual alarms alert the user when filter change is required, resistivity is below setpoint, and other important status reports
- Keypad provides access to change display settings such as water quality unit of measure, resistivity setpoint, and temperature values
- Easy do-it-yourself installation
- Full one year warranty
Optional Features
- Optional UV lamp (185/254 nm) on some models to remove bacteria and certain organics
- Optional remote dispenser: some models include a remote dispense module and stand to allow the WaterPro BT to be placed up to 6.5 feet (2 meters) away from the dispensing location
- Optional Wall Mounting Bracket allows you to optimize bench space, while having the dispenser within easy reach
- Optional accessory final filter: two final filters are offered and attach to the dispensing valve. Select from a Hollow Fiber Filter that removes all particles and bacteria larger than 0.22 micron or an Ultrafilter Cartridge that removes pyrogens
How It Works
First, tap water enters the Filter Pack and passes through the pretreatment media, which removes large particles to protect the RO membrane. Second, the water passes through the RO membrane, which removes inorganics, remaining organics and colloids. The purified water (Type III permeate), is temporarily stored in the tank. The ions, particles, organic molecules and bacteria rejected by the RO membrane are sent to drain. When the dispensing mode is active, the Type III water is pumped from the tank and passes by the UV lamp (on some models). The UV irradiation reduces levels of bacteria and other total organic carbons in the water. Next the water passes through the activated carbon media, which removes dissolved organics and chlorine. The water then enters the deionization cartridge, which exchanges hydrogen ions for cationic contaminants and hydroxl ions for anionic contaminants to produce Type I water. Lastly, the ultra-pure water passes through an optional Hollow Fiber Final Filter to remove all particles and bacteria greater than 0.22 micron or optional Ultrafilter Cartridge to remove pyrogens, RNases and DNases. To maintain water quality, the water throughout the system is intermittently recirculated during periods of non-use.
All Models Feature
- Thermoplastic housing with removable thermoplastic cover
- Dispensing valve that dispenses >0.5 liter per minute Type I water by pressing the dispense button
- 6 liter capacity RO-purified water storage tank
- Feedwater inlet tubing, 7' long, with 1/2" OD Male NPTM, BSPM or GAZ fitting and pre-filter screen
- RO reject tubing, 80" long
- 50 dB maximum noise level at a distance of 3 1/4 feet (1 m)
- Distribution pump
- Continuous/intermittent recirculation
- Color LCD for display of operating modes, operating parameters, maintenance or alarm messages and tank level. Alarms include filter cartridge change after set time has expired or amount of water has been reached, resistivity less than setpoint, incorrect filter installation, and water detected in tank while in Flush mode
- Keypad for accessing display settings, function settings, and calibrations
- One year warranty
- Power cord and plug
- Miscellaneous accessories: 10' (3 m) clear tubing and 3/8" ID hose barb for the Type I dispensing valve; 8 x 8 mm elbow connector and 3' (1 m) of 8 mm tubing with ball valve for the tank outlet; and two each 1 micron Air Vent Filters
- UL listing
- CE Conformity marking
- Overall dimensions: 11.4" w x 16.6" d x 21.2" h (29.0 x 42.2 x 53.8 cm)
UV Models Also Feature
- UV Lamp, 185 and 254 nanometers
Remote Dispense Models Also Feature
- Remote Dispenser with 6.5' (2 m) tether
- White powder-coated steel dispenser stand, 14.0" w x 8.0" d x 23.0" high (35.6 x 20.3 x 58.4 cm). Overall height with remote dispenser: 25.0" (63.5 cm)
- Overall dimensions of housing: 11.4" w x 13.1" d x 23.8" h (29.0 x 33.4 x 60.5 cm)
Compliance
- UL 61010-1
- CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010.1
- CE electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility
Technical Specifications - Type I Water
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Inlet Feedwater Requirements |
| Maximum inlet pressure |
87.0 psi (6 bar) |
| Minimum inlet pressure |
7.3 psi (0.5 bar) |
| Minimum Inlet Flow rate |
10.6 gallons/hour (40 liters/hour) |
| Temperature |
5-35° C (41-95° F) |
| pH |
4-10 |
| Conductivity |
< 2000 microseimens/cm |
| Fouling Index |
< 10 |
| Langelier Saturation Index |
< +0.2 |
| TOC |
< 2000 ppb |
| Maximum Ion Concentrations |
| Iron (total) |
< 0.1 ppm as CaCO3 |
| Aluminum |
< 0.05 ppm as CaCO3 |
| Manganese |
< 0.05 ppm as CaCO3 |
| Free Chlorine |
< 1 ppm |
| Typical Dispensing Rates |
| Type I from dispensing valve |
>11.1 GPH (>0.5 liters/minute) at 25° C |
| Type III from storage tank |
Up to 0.8 GPH (3 Liters/hour) |
| Drain Capacity |
7.9 gallons/hour (30 liters/hour) |
| Type I Water Quality |
| TOC (without UV Lamp) |
<10 ppb |
| TOC (with UV lamp) |
<5 ppb |
| Particulates (> 0.22 micron) |
<1 particulate/ml |
| Bacteria |
< 01 cfu/ml |
| Pyrogens |
<0.001 EU/ml |
| RNases |
<0.01 ng/ml |
| DNases |
<4 pg/µl |
| Type III Water Quality |
| Ion rejection |
>96% |
| Organic rejection for MW > 200 |
>99% |
| Bacteria and particulates |
>99% |
Note: Depending on feedwater flow rate and pressure and water level in the tank. Storage tank must be at least 10% full in order for water to be dispensed. Until storage tank is within 10% of empty. Particulate, bacteria, pyrogen, RNase, and DNase specifications are with Ultrafiltration Cartridge in place.
Ordering Information
| Catalog Number |
Electrical Specifications |
Plug Type |
UV Lamp |
Remote Dispense |
Shipping Weight |
| 9015020 |
115 volts, 60 Hz, 2 amps |
115 volts, 15 amps |
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38.8 lbs. (17.6 kg) |
| 9015120 |
115 volts, 60 Hz, 2 amps |
115 volts, 15 amp |
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40.2 lbs. (18.2 kg) |
| 9015030 |
230 volts, 50/60 Hz, 2 amps |
Schuko (EU) |
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38.8 lbs. (17.6 kg) |
| 9015130 |
230 volts, 50/60 Hz, 2 amps |
Schuko (EU) |
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40.2 lbs. (18.2 kg) |
| 9015040 |
230 volts, 50/60 Hz, 2 amps |
North America, 230 volts |
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38.8 lbs. (17.6 kg) |
| 9015140 |
230 volts, 50/60 Hz, 2 amps |
North America, 230 volts |
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40.2 lbs. (18.2 kg) |
| 9015060 |
230 volts, 50/60 Hz, 2 amps |
British (UK) |
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38.8 lbs. (17.6 kg) |
| 9015160 |
230 volts, 50/60 Hz, 2 amps |