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No one has been able to prove that electronic or electromagnetic water conditioning devices have any effect at all. In 1996, the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory tested one of these devices and found that it had no measurable effect on the dissolved minerals in the water supply and no practical effect in reducing the rate of calcium carbonate deposition downstream (link attached). In 2001, the US Army Corps of Engineers' Construction Engineering Research Laboratory performed a controlled test of three different types and found no effect on the rate of scale deposition or on the corrosion of copper (link attached).
None of the promoters of these devices are able to provide any description of how these things work which is not pseudo-scientific gibberish. There is also no known physical theory by which they could work. None of the electro-magnetic water conditioners (some promoters don't call them water softeners, because they obviously cannot actually remove any dissolved minerals from the water) have any NSF or WQA certifications. In the absence of scientific theory or evidence, the promoters of these devices rely heavily on testimonials to support their marketing.
The lack of any scientific explanation of the principle of operation, the fact that the promoters rely on pseudo-scientific double-talk to explain their products, the lack of any independent certification of the products, and the fact that they consistently fail to produce the claimed benefits in controlled studies, all strongly suggest that this technology is nothing but "snake oil".
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Where can someone find reviews for electronic water softeners?
Consumer Reports is a company that reviews many different types of products and then offers the feedback to consumers. You can read reviews for electronic water softeners right on their website.
Do saltless water softeners work as well a water softeners with salt?
The salt in conventional water softeners actually remove the minerals from the water, "softening" it. Saltless water heater, also known as descales, do not actually remove the minerals from the water, they prevent it from depositing in your pipes, but now in your water heater or places where the water sits for an extended period of time.
Saltless Water Softener?
Saltless water softeners are a great investment and can actually work to make water more healthy, which is an important aspect of these water softeners. If you are going to make the investment in a new water heater, it is wise to know the advantages that saltless water softeners have over regular water softeners. The most obvious advantage is that they do not add any more sodium to the water than what is already there. This is an extremely important consideration if you are a diabetic or have someone in your home who is. These water softeners can be found in all of the same locations of your average water softener and are a much better investment.
Where can one buy a salt free water softener?
Salt-free water softeners, or descalers, are usually available in the same places one would purchase regular water softeners. Descalers work differently than salt softeners in that they use electromagnetic pulses to break up the crystals that form in hard water.
Are water softeners and water purification systems the same?
Yes, there is a difference between water softeners and water purification systems as water softeners merely filter the water whereas water purification systems actually filter and cleanse the water.
Is sodium chloride used in water softeners?
Yes sodium chloride may be used in water softeners.
Is calcite good for water softeners?
No, calcite (calcium carbonate, in the form of "lime scale") is what water softeners are supposed to reduce.
Where can I learn more about water softeners?
Water softeners are to "soften" the taste of tap waters. Oftentimes certain areas have "hard" tap water that is mildly bitter and/or acidic and is not very good. Water softeners can be bought at any hardware store.
Is calcium carbonate used in water softeners?
No. Calcium carbonate is one of the minerals that water softeners are supposed to eliminate, or at least reduce.
How much do water softeners cost?
Water softeners vary, it depends on what water system you have as well as where you purchase from. They generally range in prices. It is worth it to comparison shop.
What are the advantages of saltless water softeners?
There are many benefits of salt free water softeners such as a lack of sodium or potassium in the water, no maintenance needed, no salt and no electricity needed.
Where can I find information on water softeners?
http://www.topwatersoftenerreviews.com/ shows reviews on many water softeners and provides information and opinions on them. Water softeners replace calcium and magnesium ions with sodium making water that tastes better. The amount of sodium added to the water is very small and does not have a significant effect.
