AquaProTec™ 32K Catalytic Carbon Filter For City

When Municipal Treatment Is Not the Final Step

City water arrives at your home after centralized chlorination, but disinfection does not end at the treatment plant. Chlorine persists throughout your plumbing, affecting everything you drink, cook with, and bathe in. Even at low concentrations, chlorine creates a persistent chemical taste that discourages hydration and alters the flavor of coffee, tea, and food. Beyond taste, chlorine exposure continues during showers, where warm water releases vapors that dry skin, irritate eyes, and fill bathrooms with lingering chemical odor. Over time, chlorine contributes to pipe corrosion and the formation of disinfection byproducts such as trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids. These compounds raise long-term health concerns that basic municipal treatment does not address. For households seeking better control over water quality, understanding chlorine taste and odor solutions is the first step toward cleaner, more usable water throughout the home.

The Certified Engineering Behind Clean Water

The AquaProTec™ 32K Catalytic Carbon Filter is designed to treat city water at the point of entry, before chemical disinfectants and organic contaminants reach your taps. Unlike standard carbon filters, this system uses advanced INDOCARB® E124 Catalytic Carbon, a high-performance filtration media that delivers far superior removal of chlorine, chloramines, volatile organic compounds, and odor-causing compounds compared to conventional granular activated carbon. Catalytic carbon enhances the oxidation process, allowing the media to break down and adsorb contaminants more efficiently while maintaining consistent flow and extended service life.

Engineered with a Clack WS1 control valve and housed in a durable 9" × 48" NSF-certified tank, the AquaProTec™ 32K delivers reliable whole-house filtration for homes and condos up to approximately 1,000 square feet. Every component is proudly Made in the USA, built to meet NSF/ANSI standards, and designed for quiet, maintenance-free operation. With a capacity of 32,000 grains and 1 cubic foot of catalytic media, this system handles daily water use while ensuring consistent performance across all fixtures and appliances.

Pure Water Living Throughout the Home

Once installed, the AquaProTec™ 32K transforms everyday water use throughout your home. Drinking water becomes neutral and refreshing, free from the chemical aftertaste that discourages hydration. Coffee and tea regain their natural aroma and flavor. Showers no longer irritate skin or leave behind lingering chemical odors. Laundry emerges cleaner and softer, and dishes dry without residue or spots. Your plumbing and appliances benefit from reduced corrosive exposure, extending their lifespan and maintaining efficient operation. This is water treatment that works quietly in the background, delivering consistent results without salt, backwashing cycles, or frequent filter replacements. With a 10-year service life, the AquaProTec™ 32K represents a long-term investment in water quality and home protection. Pure Water. Pure Trust.

Completing Your Water Strategy

While the AquaProTec™ 32K removes chemical disinfectants and organic contaminants from city water, it does not address dissolved solids, heavy metals, or microbiological risks. For households seeking the highest level of drinking water protection, consider pairing this system with a dedicated reverse osmosis system at the kitchen sink to ensure complete reduction of contaminants that matter most to your family's health and peace of mind.

Performance

• Ideal For: One-story homes (with standard water pressure 50–70 PSI)
• System Capacity: 32,000 Grains
• Occupants: 1-2
• Household Size: Up to ~1,000 sq ft
• Number of Bathrooms: 1
• Media Volume: 1 Cu.Ft
• Media Type: Carbon - INDOCARB® E124
• Service Life: ~ 10-15 years
• Max Flow Rate: 27 gpm at 15 psi drop
• Backwash: 2.2 gpm

Technical Specifications

• Valve: Clack WS1
• Input & Output Line Size: ¾” or 1” NPT
• Tank Dimensions: 9"x48"
• Product Dimensions: 9"L × 9"W × 55"H
• Product Weight: 56 lb, 26 kg
• Material: N/A
• Power Requirement: 110V Standard (Plug-In Transformer Included)
• Bypass Valve Included: Yes
• Operating Pressures: Standard water pressure 50–70 psi
• Operating Temperatures: 40° - 110° F
• Drain Line: ¾” or 1” NPT

Additional Components

• 1/2" Dia drain line tube 10' in length

Installation Time & Requirements

• Installation Type: Whole-House Point of Entry
• Estimated Installation Time: A professional AquaProTec™ system installation typically takes 2 to 4 hours, but this can vary depending on the complexity of the job and the type of system. Replacing an existing unit might take less time, sometimes as little as an hour, while a new installation with additional plumbing will take longer.