Best Glass Filter Media: AFM

 

AFM® is the world’s number-one glass filter media, winning the hearts of people globally.

Swimming pool water treatment and general water systems require effective and durable filter media. AFM® (Activated Filter Media) is the top choice on the market due to its superior properties compared to other brands. Let’s examine the differences between AFM® and other glass filter media brands.

AFM® Glass Filter Media

• Filtration Capability

AFM® filters particles as small as 1 micron without needing flocculants. This means water filtered by AFM® is cleaner than with standard glass filters, which typically filter particles down to 4-5 microns. More precise filtration results in clearer water with fewer contaminants.

• Prevention of Bacterial Growth

AFM® has unique properties that effectively prevent bacterial growth within the filter media, reducing the buildup of dirt or foul odors caused by bacteria, which results in lower maintenance.

• Extended Service Life

AFM® has a lifespan of up to 15 years for household use and around 10 years for commercial systems, outlasting other glass filter brands that typically require replacement every 5-8 years.

• Eco-Friendly

AFM® helps reduce chemical usage in water treatment systems due to its higher filtration efficiency, enabling a reduction in chlorine and other chemicals. The AFM® production process also considers environmental impact by using recyclable materials and minimizing waste generated from long-term filter maintenance.

• Advanced Production Process

AFM® is manufactured using advanced European technology and undergoes rigorous testing to ensure filtration quality and water system safety.

Comparison of Filtration Levels:

AFM® offers exceptional filtration performance across all levels, capable of filtering extremely small particles (1-5 microns), whereas other brands only achieve optimal filtration at higher particle sizes. AFM® products support and enhance filtration efficiency across various systems, including drinking water filtration, and can also filter colors, heavy metals, and toxins.

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Other Glass Filter Brands

• Filtration Capability

Most other brands can only filter particles down to 4-5 microns. Some advertise performance better than AFM® but overlook disclosing limitations. Sand might even be preferable if high-performance filtration is required. To achieve filtration efficiency close to AFM®, other brands often require additional flocculants, increasing maintenance costs.

• Bacterial Growth Prevention

Other brands may lack bacterial prevention properties, leading to dirt and bacterial buildup within the filter, requiring more frequent cleaning and reducing water filtration efficiency.

• Shorter Lifespan

Standard glass filter media typically lasts 5-8 years, leading to more frequent replacements and higher long-term costs.

• Non-Standard Production Processes

Other brands may not use advanced production technology as AFM® does, resulting in less stable filtration performance and increased degradation risk.

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**Filtration Efficiency Comparison (5, 10, and 45 Micron Particles)**

 

Comparison Table: AFM® vs. Other Products

The table shows that AFM achieves over 90% filtration efficiency even with particles smaller than 5 microns. We fully disclose necessary information to consumers without withholding details or exploiting marketing benefits without transparency.

Conclusion

AFM® glass filter media stands out in water filtration due to its superior performance in areas like fine particle filtration, bacterial prevention, extended lifespan, and environmental friendliness. With European standard manufacturing technology, AFM® is a reliable and cost-effective choice in the long term.