{"product_id":"dmi-65-media-21kg","title":"DMI 65 Media 21KG","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eWhat Is DMI‑65 Iron Removal \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/puritech.co.za\/product-category\/filtration-media\/\"\u003eMedia\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eDMI‑65 iron removal media\u003c\/strong\u003e removes iron and manganese from water efficiently. Unlike older methods, it does not need potassium permanganate. Instead, the silica-based media \u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eoxidizes iron and manganese\u003c\/strong\u003e as water flows through it, then traps the particles in the media bed. As a result, you get cleaner water and a safer system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eAlso, this media works well in homes, businesses, and industrial water systems. Moreover, it protects equipment like water heaters and RO membranes, which reduces maintenance costs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Operating Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown to Black\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eBulk Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1.46 t\/m³\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.69\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eParticle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 – 0.6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eMesh Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 – 40 mesh\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eUniformity Coefficient (UC):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eAnnual Attrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1–5%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8 – 8.6\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eMax Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 °C\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eMinimum Bed Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600 mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eFreeboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% minimum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003eService Flow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 – 30 m³\/m² · h\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eBackwash Flow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 – 40 m³\/m² · h (bed expansion 20–50%)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 years\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e NSF \/ ANSI 61\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eFirst, the media’s catalytic surface \u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eoxidizes iron (Fe²⁺) to ferric iron (Fe³⁺)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Consequently, the resulting particles stick in the media bed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eIn addition, DMI‑65 removes certain heavy metals, including arsenic, under proper conditions. Therefore, the system not only protects water but also reduces maintenance and chemical use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eMoreover, because it does not require chemical regeneration, you save time and money. For example, households can maintain clean water without handling chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003eHigh Efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removes iron and manganese, even in small amounts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003eLow Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backwash keeps the system clean; no chemical regeneration is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003eProtects Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shields RO membranes, water heaters, and plumbing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2739\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eDurable Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lasts up to 10 years under normal conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2827\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2765\"\u003eFlexible Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works across a broad pH range and temperatures up to 45 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2834\" data-end=\"2858\"\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eWell or borehole water systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003eIndustrial water treatment without chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2976\"\u003ePre-treatment for RO systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2979\" data-end=\"3007\"\u003eMunicipal water filtration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3045\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Usage Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3129\"\u003eMaintain a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3087\"\u003esmall chlorine residual\u003c\/strong\u003e (0.1–0.3 ppm) to keep the media active.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3209\"\u003eEnsure a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3172\"\u003ebed depth of 600 mm or more\u003c\/strong\u003e and proper freeboard for backwash.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"3212\" data-end=\"3261\"\u003eBackwash regularly to remove trapped particles.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3327\"\u003eMonitor pH and water quality to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"3330\" data-end=\"3375\"\u003eReplace media only after 5–10 years of use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monster Mechanical","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":45115705917509,"sku":"DMI65","price":1138.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/8627\/7445\/files\/dmi-65-iron-removal-media.jpg?v=1780903249","url":"https:\/\/www.monstermechanical.co.za\/products\/dmi-65-media-21kg","provider":"Monster Mechanical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}