So what filtration type do you need?

Short answer, it depends.

The table below shows various water sources and the amount of likely contamination in each.

Water source Organisms
0.002 – 1000 mic
Suspended solids
1 mic – 3 mm
Dissolved minerals
>0.01 mic
Trash
<2000 mic
Well Very Low High Low Very Low
Well
w/mineral
Very Low High High Very Low
River Moderate High Low High
Canal Moderate Moderate Very Low High
Reservoir High Moderate Very Low High
Lake High Moderate Very Low High
Wastewater High High High High
         
Water source Organisms
0.002 – 1000 mic
Suspended solids
1 mic – 3 mm
Dissolved minerals
>0.01 mic
Trash
<2000 mic
Well Very Low High Low Very Low
Well
w/mineral
Very Low High High Very Low
River Moderate High Low High
Canal Moderate Moderate Very Low High
Reservoir High Moderate Very Low High
Lake High Moderate Very Low High
Wastewater High High High High
         

 

Furthermore, what lifespan do you expect for your drip tape/line (from one season to many years)? Do you have access to AC power? How much does your water quality vary during the year?

Do you need screen, media, or disc filtration? Do you need a sand separator? What model is best for your application?

The Rivulis filter recommendation tool can help you answer these questions.

We have developed an online tool that helps guide you to the best filtration solution based on the attributes of your farm.

It is available online at: https://www.rivulis.com/filter-calculator/

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