{"product_id":"siliphos-polyphosphate-5kg","title":"Siliphos Polyphosphate 5kg","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eWhat Is Siliphos Polyphosphate \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/puritech.co.za\/product-category\/filtration-media\/\"\u003eMedia\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eSiliphos polyphosphate media\u003c\/strong\u003e is a food-grade, granular additive designed to protect plumbing systems from corrosion and rust. When water flows over the media, it releases polyphosphates that form a thin, invisible protective layer inside pipes and tanks. This coating prevents iron, steel, and other metal surfaces from oxidizing, reducing rust, and extending the life of water systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003eUnlike traditional water softeners, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eSiliphos polyphosphate media\u003c\/strong\u003e does not remove hardness minerals or existing scale. Instead, it \u003cstrong data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eprevents new rust formation\u003c\/strong\u003e while allowing minerals like calcium and magnesium to remain in solution.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eProtects metal surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms a thin, protective layer inside pipes, boilers, and tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eNo chemicals or salt required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe for drinking water systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eLow maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simply place the beads in a housing and replace them every few months.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eFood-grade material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for potable water systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003eCompatible with hot and cold water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Effective up to ~80°C.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent glass-like beads\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003ePolyphosphate content (as P₂O₅):\u003c\/strong\u003e ~61–67%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003epH range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slowly dissolving under flow conditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eOperating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 80°C\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eRecommended concentration:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~2–3 ppm in water\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eMedia lifetime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 months, depending on flow rate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eCorrosion Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects pipes and appliances from rust.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eMaintains Water Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minerals stay in solution; no chemical taste is added.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eExtends Equipment Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces maintenance costs for boilers, geysers, and water heaters.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eSimple Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place media in a filter housing or dedicated cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eResidential and commercial plumbing systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003eHot water systems (geysers, boilers)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003eReverse osmosis pre-treatment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eSolar water heating systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003eAppliances such as kettles, coffee machines, and shower systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003eUsage \u0026amp; 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