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ScaleNet
Salt Free
No Back Washing
Water Softener
Limescale Remover
Salt Free
No Back Washing
Water Softener
Limescale Remover
The problem
Calcium creates scale in
pipes, on appliances and
other plumbing surfaces.
This leads to higher heating
and energy costs and
expensive repairs to
appliances, such as ice
machines, coffee makers,
dishwashers and cooling
towers in commercial
buildings.
Scale can also be a source
for bacteria to grow, which
can be a health concern in
drinking water applications.
Calcium, on the other hand,
is important to human
health, and supplements
are recommended if
Calcium is reduced or
totally void in one's diet.
Calcium creates scale in
pipes, on appliances and
other plumbing surfaces.
This leads to higher heating
and energy costs and
expensive repairs to
appliances, such as ice
machines, coffee makers,
dishwashers and cooling
towers in commercial
buildings.
Scale can also be a source
for bacteria to grow, which
can be a health concern in
drinking water applications.
Calcium, on the other hand,
is important to human
health, and supplements
are recommended if
Calcium is reduced or
totally void in one's diet.
The solution
ScaleNet® anti-scale systems
These Scale prevention
systems transform
Calcium ions into Calcium
crystals, which are stable
and cannot attach to pipes,
surfaces, hardware or heat
exchanger components.
The crystals are so small
they are easily rinsed away
by the water flow.
Benefits
• No scale!
• No costly repairs.
• Saves water!
• No salt!
• No brine tank!
• No control valve!
• Easy installation!
ScaleNet® anti-
These Scale prevention
systems transform
Calcium ions into Calcium
crystals, which are stable
and cannot attach to pipes,
surfaces, hardware or heat
exchanger components.
The crystals are so small
they are easily rinsed away
by the water flow.
Benefits
• No scale!
• No costly repairs.
• Saves water!
• No salt!
• No brine tank!
• No control valve!
• Easy installation!
Note: For satisfactory results
recommended flow rates and
model sizing must be followed
recommended flow rates and
model sizing must be followed
5. How does the Scale Net media prevent scale?
The Scale Net media has all the scale prevention advantages of an ion exchanger, for example the amount of soap and detergents needed is smaller. There are no
more spots on dishes, bathroom tiles, etc. The Scale Net reliably transforms the calcium ions into calcium bonds. These bonds are stable and cannot attach to
surfaces, hardware, etc. The crystals are rinsed away by the water flow. The size of the bonds is so small that they can only be seen with a microscope.
Therefore the effect is the same as if the water was completely free of calcium.
The Scale Net media has all the scale prevention advantages of an ion exchanger, for example the amount of soap and detergents needed is smaller. There are no
more spots on dishes, bathroom tiles, etc. The Scale Net reliably transforms the calcium ions into calcium bonds. These bonds are stable and cannot attach to
surfaces, hardware, etc. The crystals are rinsed away by the water flow. The size of the bonds is so small that they can only be seen with a microscope.
Therefore the effect is the same as if the water was completely free of calcium.
Tests lasting several years showed that the bonds cannot attach to any kind of surface and the result is a 100% scale prevention. Also other ions can no longer
attach to surfaces because of the structure of the surface created by Scale Net.
Because the ions are formed into stable bonds, the TDS is thus lowered. Please note that a TDS meter does not directly measure the total dissolved solids, but
rather the conductivity. It cannot distinguish between bonds and dissolved solids, therefore it is not suitable for this system.
6. How does the Scale Net process work?
The most important factor in the development of bonds from ions is the surface. The surface which encourages the bonds growth. These bonds are also formed
in normal water pipes. According to the “Brownian motion of molecules” a bond is created whenever a certain number of calcium ions meet in a certain
constellation. This creation of bonds is completely random. With the knowledge about these surfaces we set out to develop a surface which the calcium ions
would accept as a template and form into crystals. Critical for the development of crystals is the enthalpy. This is the energy required to form a crystal or a new
layer of crystals. A very important development in the Scale Net catalyst is that the nanostructure on the surface of the catalyst decreases the enthalpy needed
enough to allow all ions to form into crystals, even in cold water. Altogether, the Scale Net media can be described as an artificial template which allows for all
calcium ions to form into harmless crystals. When the crystals growing, they loose their grip on the templates and are rinsed away with the water flow. Now new
crystals can form on the template.
Real life example of an artificial template:
If you have a saturated salt solution in a glass, no crystals will form. However, if you put a wool thread into the water, crystals will start to form on it. The
wool thread functions as an artificial template, reducing the enthalpy and encouraging the dissolved salt to form a crystal.
Descaling effect of the Scale Net media:
The Scale Net media also has a descaling effect on scale already present in old pipes, hardware, etc. The water coming from the media is free of calcium ions.
Calcium ions in the already existing scale are attracted to this unsaturated water and add on to the crystals that are now floating in the water. This way existing
scale is usually heavily reduced or removed within 1 to 2 months.
Lifetime:
The Scale Net media works chemical, salt and maintenance free and has a lifetime of 5 years. The Scale Net media does not
have to be backwashed.
7. Corrosion Prevention - In addition to preventing scale, Scale Net media also prevents corrosion.
As explained in the section above, it is important how the calcium carbonate crystal is built.
Scale in pipes is made of calcium carbonate. A pearl is made from the same material. Although these are the same chemical substance, they are completely
different products. The difference in these two is the grouping of atoms.
The template or first layer of a crystal is deciding in what the final crystal structure will be. Scale Net media can decide how the crystal will grow and what the
atomic grouping of the crystal will be.
The crystals built by us are created so that they cannot stick together and cannot grow larger than 30 microns.
The corrosion prevention works by adding a 30 micron protective layer to the surface of pipes and hardware.
attach to surfaces because of the structure of the surface created by Scale Net.
Because the ions are formed into stable bonds, the TDS is thus lowered. Please note that a TDS meter does not directly measure the total dissolved solids, but
rather the conductivity. It cannot distinguish between bonds and dissolved solids, therefore it is not suitable for this system.
6. How does the Scale Net process work?
The most important factor in the development of bonds from ions is the surface. The surface which encourages the bonds growth. These bonds are also formed
in normal water pipes. According to the “Brownian motion of molecules” a bond is created whenever a certain number of calcium ions meet in a certain
constellation. This creation of bonds is completely random. With the knowledge about these surfaces we set out to develop a surface which the calcium ions
would accept as a template and form into crystals. Critical for the development of crystals is the enthalpy. This is the energy required to form a crystal or a new
layer of crystals. A very important development in the Scale Net catalyst is that the nanostructure on the surface of the catalyst decreases the enthalpy needed
enough to allow all ions to form into crystals, even in cold water. Altogether, the Scale Net media can be described as an artificial template which allows for all
calcium ions to form into harmless crystals. When the crystals growing, they loose their grip on the templates and are rinsed away with the water flow. Now new
crystals can form on the template.
Real life example of an artificial template:
If you have a saturated salt solution in a glass, no crystals will form. However, if you put a wool thread into the water, crystals will start to form on it. The
wool thread functions as an artificial template, reducing the enthalpy and encouraging the dissolved salt to form a crystal.
Descaling effect of the Scale Net media:
The Scale Net media also has a descaling effect on scale already present in old pipes, hardware, etc. The water coming from the media is free of calcium ions.
Calcium ions in the already existing scale are attracted to this unsaturated water and add on to the crystals that are now floating in the water. This way existing
scale is usually heavily reduced or removed within 1 to 2 months.
Lifetime:
The Scale Net media works chemical, salt and maintenance free and has a lifetime of 5 years. The Scale Net media does not
have to be backwashed.
7. Corrosion Prevention -
As explained in the section above, it is important how the calcium carbonate crystal is built.
Scale in pipes is made of calcium carbonate. A pearl is made from the same material. Although these are the same chemical substance, they are completely
different products. The difference in these two is the grouping of atoms.
The template or first layer of a crystal is deciding in what the final crystal structure will be. Scale Net media can decide how the crystal will grow and what the
atomic grouping of the crystal will be.
The crystals built by us are created so that they cannot stick together and cannot grow larger than 30 microns.
The corrosion prevention works by adding a 30 micron protective layer to the surface of pipes and hardware.
Picture 1: (Left)
A new pipe before the use with water.
It is visible that even unused pipes have
a rough surface.
Picture 2: (Right)
After the use with Scale Net soft water
for 6 months a 30 micron 'ceramic' layer
protects the pipe from corrosion.
After the use with Scale Net soft water
for 6 months a 30 micron 'ceramic' layer
protects the pipe from corrosion.
On the surface of a metal pipe there are ions. These ions are always grouped in a + - + - grating. The crystals created by Scale Net
media attach tightly to the surface. No more crystals can attach to this 30 micron layer.
The effect of the Scale Net media is also proven with the fact that the protective layer keeps copper from getting into the water
when using a copper pipe. Without the protective layer there is a higher concentration of Cu in the water.
The Scale Net layer is even visible on the pipes. If a pipe that was used with the Scale Net media treated water is removed and
dried, you will see the surface sparkling like diamonds when shining a flashlight into it.
The effect of the Scale Net media is also proven with the fact that the protective layer keeps copper from getting into the water
when using a copper pipe. Without the protective layer there is a higher concentration of Cu in the water.
The Scale Net layer is even visible on the pipes. If a pipe that was used with the Scale Net media treated water is removed and
dried, you will see the surface sparkling like diamonds when shining a flashlight into it.
Template Assisted Crystallization (T.A.C.)
The ScaleNet® media uses template assisted crystallization to attract hardness minerals
and convert them into harmless "soft" scale particles that do not stick to pipes and
components. Each bead is covered with imperfections called templates that attract
these minerals and combine them to form micro-crystals that then break off and float
freely through the system.
The Scale Net technology has an efficiency of 99.9%
The ScaleNet® media uses template assisted crystallization to attract hardness minerals
and convert them into harmless "soft" scale particles that do not stick to pipes and
components. Each bead is covered with imperfections called templates that attract
these minerals and combine them to form micro-
The Scale Net technology has an efficiency of 99.9%
Calcium carbonate grows randomly in a copper pipe. The difference is that there is no smooth surface and the growth of the
calcium is not restricted. Other compounds can also attach to the calcium. Picture 3 shows cuprous oxide (Cu2O) and malachite
Cu2 [(OH)2/(CO3)] appearing in red and blue.
calcium is not restricted. Other compounds can also attach to the calcium. Picture 3 shows cuprous oxide (Cu2O) and malachite
Cu2 [(OH)2/(CO3)] appearing in red and blue.
Scale Net media can be used in all applications where
otherwise phosphate is used for corrosion prevention.
otherwise phosphate is used for corrosion prevention.
Picture 3: Scale buildup in a copper pipe without the use of a Scale Net system.
8. What happens to a pipe that is not protected by the Scale Net system?
Areas of Application of the Scale Net Media:
ScaleNet media is a completely reliable scale prevention and de-scaling system.
Domestic Kitchen, Bathroom, Whole House
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Ice Maker
Coffee Machine
Pipes
Laundry industry
Water Heaters
Light/Heavy Manufacturing
Breweries
Food Processing / Catering
Restaurants
Hospital / Medical
Hotels, Cruise lines
Car / Truck / Bus wash
Other Areas of Application:
The Scale Net media works perfectly in combination with other media, such as
heavy metal removing media. It is also great in combination with a carbon filter.
Through these combinations the area of application is increased immensely.
ScaleNet media is a completely reliable scale prevention and de-
Domestic Kitchen, Bathroom, Whole House
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Ice Maker
Coffee Machine
Pipes
Laundry industry
Water Heaters
Light/Heavy Manufacturing
Breweries
Food Processing / Catering
Restaurants
Hospital / Medical
Hotels, Cruise lines
Car / Truck / Bus wash
Other Areas of Application:
The Scale Net media works perfectly in combination with other media, such as
heavy metal removing media. It is also great in combination with a carbon filter.
Through these combinations the area of application is increased immensely.
Matrix
Polyacryl Network
Appearance
Small light yellow/beige balls
Surface
Ceramic Template Surface
Moisture Content
24 to 28%
Density
1,18 to 1,22
Weight
650g/L
Media Particle Size
550 to 750 µm
Small Media Particles
< 0,300 mm: maximum 3,0%
Large Media Particles
> 1,180 mm: maximum 5,0%
Change in Volume
Maximum 60%
Capacity
1 Liter Scale Net media for 4.0 gal/min water flow.
Daily use
Media can be used 12 hours a day, no need for regeneration or back flushing when the direction water flow goes upwards.
Lifetime
5 to 7 years depending on the amount of chlorine in the water.
Operating Temperatures
41 F to 140 F
pH Range
6.0 to 9.0
The performance of ScaleNet is seriously impaired by high levels of Chlorine.
Therefore if a high level of Chlorine content is present it is important to use at least
a GAC (Granular Activated Carbon) or Carbon Block filter in line prior to the ScaleNet.
Therefore if a high level of Chlorine content is present it is important to use at least
a GAC (Granular Activated Carbon) or Carbon Block filter in line prior to the ScaleNet.
Water hardness conversion
Description Hardness in mg/l as calcium Hardness in mg/l as calcium carbonate
Soft 0 - 20 0 - 50
Moderately soft 20 - 40 50 - 100
Slightly hard 40 - 60 100 - 150
Moderately hard 60 - 80 150 - 200
Hard 80 - 120 200 - 300
Very hard Over 120 Over 300
Description Hardness in mg/l as calcium Hardness in mg/l as calcium carbonate
Soft 0 -
Chemical Free - Salt Free - Maintenance Free Water Treatment
VORTECH TANK
SCALENET
SCALENET
Standard Housings
4.5 x 10” & 2.5 x 10”
All Housings supplied in
Blue As Standard
4.5 x 10” & 2.5 x 10”
All Housings supplied in
Blue As Standard
Model No.
Filter Housing / Vortech Tank
Media Volume / Cartridge Size
Flow Rate Litres Per Min
Price £
Post £
SCN2510*
Standard 2.5x10”
2.5 x 10”
3.8
63.15
9.20
SCN4510*
Full Flow 4.5x10”
4.5 x 10”
7.5
117.60
9.20
SCN2520*
Standard 2.5x20”
2.5 x 20”
7.5
117.60
9.20
SCN4520*
Full Flow 4.5x20”
4.5 x 20”
15
232.21
13.50
SCN-V0817
8 x 17”
2 Litres
23
424.47
13.50
SCN-V0835
8 x 35”
3.5 Litres
38
569.29
13.50
SCN-V1054
10 x 54”
6.25 Litres
57
744.07
17.50
* Please select your housing from Watts Filter Housings above