{"product_id":"reef-pure-5-micron-sediment-filter","title":"Reef Pure 5 Micron Sediment Filter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraps dirt and rust before it reaches the carbon block.\u003c\/strong\u003e This Reef Pure 5 Micron Sediment Filter is the Stage 1 pre-filter on Reef Pure RO\/DI systems, using four layers of step filtration with an outside-in flow to catch sediment, rust and particulate debris before it can clog anything downstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour-layer step filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e — coarser layers catch the bulk of debris, finer layers polish the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutside-in flow design\u003c\/strong\u003e — spreads the dirt load across the whole cartridge rather than clogging one face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 micron rating\u003c\/strong\u003e — traps particles too fine to see\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects the carbon block and membrane\u003c\/strong\u003e — first line of defence in the system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA1579\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e740528974727\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicron rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 micron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep-wound sediment filter, outside-in flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStage 1 — first filter the feed water passes through\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility, spares and supersession\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits the Stage 1 sediment position on Reef Pure RO\/DI systems, including the 4 Stage Essentials+. If fitting to a different brand's housing, check it takes a standard-diameter inline filter first — Reef Pure hasn't published cross-brand fitment data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable as a replacement pre-filter on any Reef Pure RO\/DI system using a 5 micron sediment filter at Stage 1. Not a substitute for the carbon block behind it — sediment filtration alone won't remove chlorine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace every 6–12 months, or sooner if flow through the system drops noticeably — a loaded sediment filter is usually the first sign something needs changing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReef Pure 5 Micron Carbon Block — replace both pre-filter stages together for an even service interval.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by the consumer guarantees available under Australian Consumer Law. Standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know when to replace it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a 6–12 month interval as a starting point, or sooner if flow through the whole system slows down — that's usually this filter loading up with sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does \"outside-in flow\" mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater passes through the cartridge wall from the outside toward the centre, spreading the dirt load across the full surface rather than clogging at one point — it's why step-wound sediment filters last longer than a simple mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this in a non-Reef Pure RO system?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your housing takes a standard-diameter 5 micron inline sediment cartridge it will likely fit, but check your system's cartridge dimensions first.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reef Pure RO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242260644131,"sku":"AA1579","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/reef-pure-5-micron-sediment-filter-3137-1600.jpg?v=1781836184","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/reef-pure-5-micron-sediment-filter","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}