Best Home Water Standard treatment tank and separate brine tank — 48,000-grain softening with carbon filtration and a separate salt tank.

City water

Standard Softener + Filtration

48,000-grain softening capacity

Combines softening and carbon filtration in one treatment tank, with a separate salt tank.

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A starting point for city-water homes seeking softening and filtration together.

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How does this differ from the XL?

The Standard has a lower rated softening capacity. The right choice depends on water demand and hardness, not simply bedroom count.

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Capacity, dimensions & connections

Softening capacity: 48,000 grains
Media tank diameter × height: 10 × 54 inches
Listed media volume: 1.5 cu ft resin + carbon
Valve flow rating: 28 GPM
Brine tank: 15 × 35 inches; square tank
Distributor tube: 1.25 inches
Included bypass: 1-inch full-flow
Connections: 1-inch NPT elbows
Typical sizing guide: Up to 3 bathrooms; water testing and demand determine final sizing

Operating requirements

Water pressure: 30–125 PSI
Water temperature: 40–110°F (4–43°C)
Power supply: 120V / 60Hz; 12V, 650mA transformer
Incoming turbidity: Less than 5 FTU
Rated service flow: 27 GPM at a 15 PSI pressure drop
Listed backwash flow: 3.0 gallons per minute
Regeneration: Metered, demand-initiated; upflow counter-current

Construction & treatment media

Valve technology: Ceramic discs; 72-hour memory backup
Pressure tank: Fiberglass
Softening media: Strong-acid cation resin; 10% crosslinking
Carbon: Granular activated coconut-shell carbon
Support bed: Polishing gravel

Flow ratings describe specified test conditions, not guaranteed treatment performance at every flow. We size the installation for your water analysis, peak demand, available pressure, and drainage. Tank dimensions exclude valves, connections, and service clearances.

Care & ownership

Plan for salt replenishment and periodic equipment checks. The care schedule depends on water use, hardness, and the installed configuration.

Warranty & support

Coverage varies by component. Review the coverage periods, conditions, and exclusions, and contact Best Home Water for help.

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