HydroLogic TALLboy Dechlorinator & Sediment System w/ KDF85 Catalytic Carbon Filter - 120 GPH - 7,500 Gal Filter Life

Chlorine-Reduced, Sediment-Free Water at 2 GPM - Wall-Mount System

Untreated tap water can carry chlorine, rust and silt that stress root-zone microbes and clog pumps and emitters. The TALLboy places a sediment filter and a KDF85 catalytic carbon filter in line, so the water reaching your reservoir or irrigation lines is cleaner. The manufacturer rates it at up to 99% chlorine removal at 2 GPM, and up to 99% of sediment particles above 5 microns.

This single unit suits growers who fill reservoirs regularly or run an inline treatment point and want a high-capacity setup. It also works as a pre-filter ahead of a Stealth-RO unit, according to the manufacturer.

Key Features & Benefits

• Two-stage filtration — a sediment filter and a KDF85 catalytic carbon filter work together on particles and chlorine.
• 120 GPH flow (2 GPM) — fills reservoirs without a long wait.
• 7,500 gallon filter life — fewer filter changes between services.
• Wall-mountable metal bracket — keeps the unit off the floor and secure.
• In-line shut-off valve included — lets you stop the water supply when servicing the filters.

Who Should Use TALLboy Dechlorinator & Sediment System

Home and commercial growers on municipal water who need chlorine-reduced water for hydroponic systems, irrigation or reservoir filling, and who want a wall-mounted unit with a high flow rate.

About HydroLogic TALLboy Dechlorinator & Sediment System

HydroLogic makes water filtration products for cultivation. The TALLboy measures 25.5 x 12 x 6 in and weighs 12.6 lb. It carries a one-year warranty against manufacturer defects, and the manufacturer advises replacing the housings every 3 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the TALLboy lower the PPM of my water?
A: No. The manufacturer states it is not designed to significantly lower PPM. Most dissolved minerals in tap water need reverse osmosis to remove.

Q: What does the KDF85 filter reduce?
A: It reduces heavy metals, chlorine, sulfur and iron. It uses copper/zinc media alongside catalytic carbon.

Q: What is the maximum incoming water pressure?
A: Do not operate the unit above 80 psi or where water hammer spikes occur. A pressure regulator can protect the unit if your supply runs high.

Q: Why remove chlorine from plant water?
A: Chlorine harms beneficial microbes in the root zone and growing medium. Removing it helps protect them.

Q: Can I use it as a pre-filter for a reverse osmosis unit?
A: Yes. The manufacturer describes it as a high-capacity pre-filter for Stealth-RO units.

Q: Are replacement filters available?
A: Yes. HydroLogic publishes a filter replacement guide. The manufacturer notes that non-HydroLogic filters void the warranty.