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The B.E.S.T. Water Filters

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Here you'll find ways to have water fresher than a mountain stream wherever the road may take you.

Our unique sterilising processes will keep your water safe while you are travelling or when it is not in use.

WHAT'S ON THIS PAGE?

ALTERNATIVE INLINE FILTERS
(Small compact units incorporating the B.E.S.T. ALTERNATIVE technology)

ALTERNATIVE CARTRIDGE SYSTEMS
(Cartridge units incorporating the B.E.S.T. ALTERNATIVE technology)

ELECTRONIC CARTRIDGE SYSTEMS
(Cartridge units incorporating the B.E.S.T. Electronic Silver Producing technology)

TECHNICAL NOTES
(Technical issues relating to water filtration)

The B.E.S.T. Alternative Inline Water Filters

You can safely draw water from town, tank, creek or bore water.

Chemicals & sediment are removed, bacteria is destroyed.

Reversible - reverse it and flush away the dirt.

Can be re-used after periods of non-use!!!

Can be used in any direction!

No set service period

High quality

Low price

Compact

5000L

1 MICRON B.E.S.T. ALTERNATIVE INLINE

(The lower the micron number, the finer holes are. 1 micron is rated to trap parasites, bacteria etc)

Use this 1 micron on town pressure and electric pump pressure.

Removes chlorine, herbicides, pesticides, dirt and sediment, traps and destroys bacteria, traps parasites, maintains a bacteria free environment within the filter, etc...

(Dimensions: 285mm x 56mm)

Ways to install the 1 micron Alternative Inline. (Click on pictures to see enlarged views)

DIRECT TO TANK/s
(No Installation required)

DIRECT TO TANK/s
(With Recirculation Option)

BUILT IN- LINE DIRECT TO MAINS

This is by far the most
popular choice made by RV'ers.

D.I.Y. and quick installation

Connects to your filling hose with 'click fit' hose connectors.

Store it away when not in use.

Simple to attach to another RV

If you are not sure what the water is like in your tank? (maybe you have taken on a particularly questionable batch),
you can simply recirculate using the B.E.S.T. Inline.

Does not need to be permanently installed.

Does not waste any of your water.

When you don't want to have to remember 'another thing' when RV'ing - you can permanently install the B.E.S.T. Inline into your plumbing system.

Not a hard installation- .

Can be set up just at drinking water point or to do the complete system.

You can be connected to town water and still fill your tanks through the filter

Purchase this unit now for
only $85.00

Order Code: 322-h (hose connections)

Purchase this unit now for
only $85.00

Order Code: 322-h (hose connections)

Purchase this unit now for
only $85.00

Order Code: 322-t (threads are 1/2" FI BSP)

5 MICRON INLINE ( 5 micron will produce clean water but is not rated to trap parasites, bacteria etc.

Use this 5 micron on town pressure, electric pump pressure and hand pump

Removes chlorine, herbicides, pesticides, dirt and sediment and maintains a bacteria free environment within the filter, etc...

(Dimensions: 285mm x 56mm)

Ways to install the 5 micron Alternative Inline. (Click on pictures to see enlarged views)

DIRECT TO TANK/s (No Installation required)

DIRECT TO TANK/s (With Recirculation Option)

BUILT IN- LINE DIRECT TO MAINS

INSTALLED FOR HAND PUMP Only

This is by far the most popular choice made by RV'ers.

D.I.Y. and quick installation

Connects to your filling hose with 'click fit' hose connectors.

Store it away when not in use.

Simple to attach to another RV

If you are not sure what the water is like in your tank? (maybe you have taken on a particularly questionable batch), you can simply recirculate using the B.E.S.T. Inline.

Does not need to be permanently installed.

Does not waste any of your water.

When you don't want to have to remember 'another thing' when RV'ing - you can permanently install the B.E.S.T. Inline into your plumbing system.

Not a hard installation- .

Can be set up just at drinking water point or to do the complete system.

You can be connected to town water and still fill your tanks through the filter

When you do not have an electric pump (you have a hand pump tap system) you can install the 5 micron B.E.S.T. Inline.

Is suitable for low pressure

Works on hand pump system.

Purchase this unit now for
only $75.00

Order Code: 321-h

Purchase this unit now for
only $75.00

Order Code: 321-h

Purchase this unit now for
only $75.00

Order Code: 321-t

Purchase this unit now for
only $75.00

Order Code: 321-t

IF YOU WOULD PREFER NOT TO PURCHASE ONLINE - PLEASE GO TO OUR MAIL/PHONE/FAX ORDER PAGE.

The B.E.S.T. Alternative CARTRIDGE Systems

A-RV ( A = Alternative)

These systems will provide you with around 16,000 litres of clean, safe water. (Carbon is rated to treat 16,000L, and ceramic is rated to treat approx. 60,000 litres.)
Water passes through a bed of silver coated crystals, then through the carbon cartridge (removes chemicals, herbicides, sediment, etc). In the double housing unit, the water also passes through the ceramic cartridge (prevents the release of very fine sediments, bacteria & parasites).

All cartridge units are supplied with 1/2" BSP threads, so you can install the correct fittings to suit the pipe in your RV. (This is due to the large range of pipe sizes and types available in the RV industry.)

When the carbon expires, you simply replace the cartridge - not the whole unit. (With the Alternative range [A-RV], you will also need to replace the Original SilverSafe Cannister at the same time as the cartridge. ORDER CODE: SSC; REPLACEMENT PRICE WITH CARTRIDGE $20.00; REPLACEMENT PRICE WITHOUT CARTRIDGE $40.00)

Photo of Installed Unit
DIMENSIONS*
(L x W x D)
CARTRIDGE/S &
ORDER CODES &
REPLACEMENT PRICE UNIT CODE &
COST OF UNIT

Model Code: A-RV3 300mm x 205mm x 140mm 5 Micron Alternative Carbon
LIFE: 16,000 Litres
CODE: 420
$50.00 A-RV3
$ 215.00

Model Code: A-RV4 300mm x 205mm x 140mm 1 Micron Alternative Carbon
LIFE: 16,000 Litres
CODE: 421
$65.00 A-RV4
$ 230.00

Model Code: A-RV5 300mm x 335mm x 140mm 5 Micron Alternative Carbon
LIFE: 16,000 Litres
Code: 420 - $50.00
0.4 Micron Ceramic Cartridge
LIFE: 50,000 Litres~
Code: 422 - $60.00
A-RV5
$ 320.00

Model Code: SSC This will need to be replaced at the same time as you replace your carbon cartridge. Original Silversafe Cannister
LIFE: 16,000 Litres
SSC
When purchased with a Cartridge
$ 20.00
When purchased separately
$40.00

*Please allow an additional minimum of 25mm below unit for servicing.
~This ceramic cartridge is cleanable. Life is dependant upon water quality
PLEASE NOTE: Cartridge life is subject to the quality of water being introduced. In highly chlorinated and sediment areas, the life can be shortened.
All prices include GST but are plus Postage and Handling.

The above B.E.S.T. ALTERNATIVE range use the Original SilverSafe Technology, where although very effective, the levels of silver are so low they are non-detectable in a laboratory.

The e-B.E.S.T. (Electronic) range below has silver anodes before and after the carbon. This silver is released as a control rate of less than 1/3 set by the Australian guidelines. By being released on demand, the silver is carried with the flow of water, offering you a better residual sanitisation.

The B.E.S.T. Electronic CARTRIDGE Systems

E-RV ( E = Electronic)

These are the ultimate of all RV filtration systems.

The low levels of silver colloid released from this system are effective in killing high levels of harmful bacteria.

The residual silver released is an excellent way of maintaining bacteria free tanks and pipe work, which also prevents the development of biofilm.

Photo of Installed Unit DIMENSIONS*
(L x W x D) CARTRIDGE/S &
ORDER CODES &
REPLACEMENT PRICE ORDER CODE
COST OF UNIT

Model Code: E-RV3 300mm x 205mm x 140mm 5 Micron Alternative Carbon
LIFE: 16,000 Litres
CODE: 420
$50.00 E-RV3
$ 450.00

Model Code: E-RV4 300mm x 205mm x 140mm 1 Micron Alternative Carbon
LIFE: 16,000 Litres
CODE: 421
$65.00 E-RV4
$ 465.00

Model Code: E-RV5 300mmx 335mm x 140mm 5 Micron Alternative Carbon
LIFE: 16,000 Litres
Code: 420 - $50.00
0.4 Micron Ceramic Cartridge
LIFE: 50,000 Litres~
Code: 422 - $60.00
E-RV5
$ 555.00

NO PHOTO AVAILABLE
Model Code: ESP-A
These will need to be replaced when the silver anodes have worn down to (almost) nothing. Electronic Silver Producer - Replacement Anodes
LIFE: 200,000 Litres ESP-A
$ 80.00
(a pair)
Please read special note below

*Please allow an additional minimum of 25mm below unit for servicing.
~This ceramic cartridge is cleanable. Life is dependant upon water quality
PLEASE NOTE: Cartridge life is subject to the quality of water being introduced. In highly chlorinated and sediment areas, the life can be shortened.
All prices include GST but are plus Postage and Handling.

SPECIAL NOTE: The electronic unit has been constantly upgraded and improved since we first started manufacturing them. As a result there are many different sized anodes to suit each stage of improvement. As a result, we need to speak with you to determine which model you have and when the unit was purchased. In rare cases, we may require the anode to be returned to us to see if can be identified and if it is possible to upgrade to the newest specifications. We ask that you please be patient during the identification process. When ordering the replacement anodes, please be near your unit as we will ask some questions regarding its appearance and also the date of purchase (an estimation will be suitable). Thank you!

IMPORTANT NOTE WHEN PURCHASING CARTRIDGE SYSTEMS

Due to the popularity of the inline system, we now manufacture minimal amounts of the cartridge systems to be carried in stock. As we don't offer accounts to any RV Manufacturers, it is necessary to ensure that your order is placed at least 14 days prior to the requirement date. This will allow for manufacture (if required) and delivery. From our experiences over the last few years as the RV industry has progressed ( at a very great speed), the fact of possible required waiting periods is often overlooked by manufacturers. Hence, to avoid disappointment, it may be in your best interest to purchase directly from us and we will forward the system to your preferred location.

Technical Notes

TECH NOTE - A NOTE ON CARBON...
With all filtration systems the secret is the longer the the water is in contact with the carbon the better chemical removal. For this reason, although a flow rate of up to around 18 litres per minute can be achieved the slower the better. So if time is available while filling your tanks, turn your supply tap onto a slow flow, and have a cuppa as you fill your tanks.

TECH NOTE - We give you better contact time- You will notice on all our systems the water enters from one end of the carbon and out the other. This is called an axial flow direction. Where as many cartridges allow water to enter from the side (radial flow direction) and flow up through a hollow tube in the centre. Radial direction only allows water to come in contact with the carbon for around 20mm, where as axial is around 200mm - 10 times more contact time! Contact time is one secret to producing good quality water.

WHAT'S BEING TOLD AND SOLD - The better the micron rating, the better the filtration. This is a very misleading statement and is 100% true for dirt and bacteria (hence, its need to be cleanable filter). But this is not true for chemical removal! The more contact surface of carbon there is available the better the chemical removal is. So, if carbon is compacted so hard it forms a 'block', which is used as part of the micron barrier to trap dirt and bacteria - this process also reduces the usable surface area of the carbon.

Photo of Installed Unit	DIMENSIONS* (L x W x D)	CARTRIDGE/S & ORDER CODES & REPLACEMENT PRICE	UNIT CODE & COST OF UNIT
Model Code: A-RV3	300mm x 205mm x 140mm	5 Micron Alternative Carbon LIFE: 16,000 Litres CODE: 420 $50.00	A-RV3 $ 215.00
Model Code: A-RV4	300mm x 205mm x 140mm	1 Micron Alternative Carbon LIFE: 16,000 Litres CODE: 421 $65.00	A-RV4 $ 230.00
Model Code: A-RV5	300mm x 335mm x 140mm	5 Micron Alternative Carbon LIFE: 16,000 Litres Code: 420 - $50.00 0.4 Micron Ceramic Cartridge LIFE: 50,000 Litres~ Code: 422 - $60.00	A-RV5 $ 320.00
Model Code: SSC	This will need to be replaced at the same time as you replace your carbon cartridge.	Original Silversafe Cannister LIFE: 16,000 Litres	SSC When purchased with a Cartridge $ 20.00 When purchased separately $40.00
*Please allow an additional minimum of 25mm below unit for servicing. ~This ceramic cartridge is cleanable. Life is dependant upon water quality PLEASE NOTE: Cartridge life is subject to the quality of water being introduced. In highly chlorinated and sediment areas, the life can be shortened. All prices include GST but are plus Postage and Handling. The above B.E.S.T. ALTERNATIVE range use the Original SilverSafe Technology, where although very effective, the levels of silver are so low they are non-detectable in a laboratory. The e-B.E.S.T. (Electronic) range below has silver anodes before and after the carbon. This silver is released as a control rate of less than 1/3 set by the Australian guidelines. By being released on demand, the silver is carried with the flow of water, offering you a better residual sanitisation.

Photo of Installed Unit	DIMENSIONS* (L x W x D)	CARTRIDGE/S & ORDER CODES & REPLACEMENT PRICE	ORDER CODE COST OF UNIT
Model Code: E-RV3	300mm x 205mm x 140mm	5 Micron Alternative Carbon LIFE: 16,000 Litres CODE: 420 $50.00	E-RV3 $ 450.00
Model Code: E-RV4	300mm x 205mm x 140mm	1 Micron Alternative Carbon LIFE: 16,000 Litres CODE: 421 $65.00	E-RV4 $ 465.00
Model Code: E-RV5	300mmx 335mm x 140mm	5 Micron Alternative Carbon LIFE: 16,000 Litres Code: 420 - $50.00 0.4 Micron Ceramic Cartridge LIFE: 50,000 Litres~ Code: 422 - $60.00	E-RV5 $ 555.00
NO PHOTO AVAILABLE Model Code: ESP-A	These will need to be replaced when the silver anodes have worn down to (almost) nothing.	Electronic Silver Producer - Replacement Anodes LIFE: 200,000 Litres	ESP-A $ 80.00 (a pair) Please read special note below

	TECH NOTE - A NOTE ON CARBON... With all filtration systems the secret is the longer the the water is in contact with the carbon the better chemical removal. For this reason, although a flow rate of up to around 18 litres per minute can be achieved the slower the better. So if time is available while filling your tanks, turn your supply tap onto a slow flow, and have a cuppa as you fill your tanks.

	TECH NOTE - We give you better contact time- You will notice on all our systems the water enters from one end of the carbon and out the other. This is called an axial flow direction. Where as many cartridges allow water to enter from the side (radial flow direction) and flow up through a hollow tube in the centre. Radial direction only allows water to come in contact with the carbon for around 20mm, where as axial is around 200mm - 10 times more contact time! Contact time is one secret to producing good quality water.

	WHAT'S BEING TOLD AND SOLD - The better the micron rating, the better the filtration. This is a very misleading statement and is 100% true for dirt and bacteria (hence, its need to be cleanable filter). But this is not true for chemical removal! The more contact surface of carbon there is available the better the chemical removal is. So, if carbon is compacted so hard it forms a 'block', which is used as part of the micron barrier to trap dirt and bacteria - this process also reduces the usable surface area of the carbon.