Berkey replacement filters

[BJHay]

About every two months the flow from our Berkey slows and I need to clean it. The filters and the upper tank (raw water) always have a scummy film that can be easily seen and felt yet the bottom tank (filtered water) is always crystal clear. I don't think I've ever cleaned it.

The only difference I see is that one side is filtered by the Berkey and the other side isn't. Obviously, this doesn't indicate anything about how well it's filtering out the things we care about but it's a good sign and I'll keep using it for the time being. I do wish Berkey would get accreditation from a reputable lab though.

Their comments about why they're not getting certified sound too similar to the comments from Ocean Gate on why they didn't get the Titin certified.

 

[teddy12b]

For a company that's going through some tough times their filters sure are hard to find to buy.

 

[Ingomike]

For a company that's going through some tough times their filters sure are hard to find to buy.

Be careful as Amazon mixes inventory (commingling) and one cannot be sure you are receiving genuine Berkey filters…

 

[teddy12b]

Be careful as Amazon mixes inventory (commingling) and one cannot be sure you are receiving genuine Berkey filters…

I wouldn't buy berkey filters off of amazon. I was looking at their website to buy direct. Too many fraudulent sales on amazon.

 

[.38 Special]

I wouldn't buy berkey filters off of amazon. I was looking at their website to buy direct. Too many fraudulent sales on amazon.

seems like everything on Amazon anymore.

 

[Ingomike]

I wouldn't buy berkey filters off of amazon. I was looking at their website to buy direct. Too many fraudulent sales on amazon.

Which site is theirs?

 

[Ingomike]

seems like everything on Amazon anymore.

Have not seen this issue except high end items that are counterfeit…

 

[Gabriel]

Have not seen this issue except high end items that are counterfeit…

I've seen it on a ton of lower end items as well. It's bad enough that I will only buy from Amazon if it's something I know is Chinese made and getting a "real" one or a knock off is pretty much getting the same thing.

 

[Keith_Indy]

Berkey water filters UNDER ATTACK from rogue EPA - emergency interview with founder Jim Shepherd

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On twitter I tagged Rep Massie of Kentucky on that, he actually replied personally to thank me. His staff is going to look into it.

 

[cbhausen]

This just hit my inbox today from Berkey:

BOROUX foundation.™ Filter

Boroux foundation filters are versatile compatible with popular water filtration systems. They ensure years of reliable service with a lifespan of up to 3,000 gallons per filter (6,000 gallons per pair). The filters, equipped with Stem Saver technology, are reinforced for added durability during...

www.berkeyfilters.com

 

[stocknup]

This just hit my inbox today from Berkey:

BOROUX foundation.™ Filter

Boroux foundation filters are versatile compatible with popular water filtration systems. They ensure years of reliable service with a lifespan of up to 3,000 gallons per filter (6,000 gallons per pair). The filters, equipped with Stem Saver technology, are reinforced for added durability during...

www.berkeyfilters.com

Would like to see some independent testing on these before purchasing . Looks like these will be $140 pair , and the Black Berkeys are no longer available ?
Also saw this line : BOROUX® is not affiliated with Berkey®. The BOROUX foundation.™ filters are independently developed and manufactured.

 

[cg21]

Just retired my first set of filters 2 years boy they were slow at the end

 

[cbhausen]

Would like to see some independent testing on these before purchasing . Looks like these will be $140 pair , and the Black Berkeys are no longer available ?
Also saw this line : BOROUX® is not affiliated with Berkey®. The BOROUX foundation.™ filters are independently developed and manufactured.

BOROUX foundation.™ Filter

Boroux foundation filters are versatile compatible with popular water filtration systems. They ensure years of reliable service with a lifespan of up to 3,000 gallons per filter (6,000 gallons per pair). The filters, equipped with Stem Saver technology, are reinforced for added durability during...

www.berkeyfilters.com

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0167/5480/2788/files/BOROUX_foundation._Test_Report_V1.1_1.pdf?v=1700165748

 

[INP8riot]

I've been using Berkeys for over a decade. My wife started freaking because of the PF filters having aluminum in them. I haven't had time to research other options.

My dad just called me this morning and said he bought a couple more sets and mentioned this other name. I'll be interested to see what he says about them!

 

[Ingomike]

Would like to see some independent testing on these before purchasing . Looks like these will be $140 pair , and the Black Berkeys are no longer available ?
Also saw this line : BOROUX® is not affiliated with Berkey®. The BOROUX foundation.™ filters are independently developed and manufactured.

I am puzzled. I thought with the Berkey black filters one could go to the river, put water in the to and drink it out the bottom. Saw this on the new filter page:

“Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.”

WTF? I still need to boil it? BS! That is not what I want. I want a filter to use instead of boiling. Was my understanding of the old black filters wrong?

 

[Ingomike]

What is going on here?

Are Berkey Water Filters Safe to Use? Find out All About the Berkey Lawsuit

If you've tried different water filters, you may have heard of a Berkey lawsuit in 2023. Here's an update on the Berkey water filter lawsuit.

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From Berkey:

https://www.bigberkeywaterfilters.com/blog/berkey/BERKEY-WATER-FILTERS-SUES-THE-EPA

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Important Update Regarding Product Availability

Important update about BerkeyFilters.com product availability. As the country’s largest seller of Berkey products, we were one of the first companies notified of upcoming changes.

www.berkeyfilters.com

Highly corrupt EPA literally just BANNED sales of Berkey water filters, calling them “pesticides” – NaturalNews.com

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has decided to ban Berkey water filters, officially labeling them as pesticides. Berkey has sued the EPA in response to their sudden and unorthodox reinterpretation of their own regulations. Berkey water filters are regarded by many as some of the best...

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Congressman Matt Gaetz Probes EPA Classifying Berkey Water Filters as Pesticides

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S.

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[INP8riot]

This is the government overreach that also tells us that natural remedies that have worked for centuries are "unsafe" and the vaccine is the only course to save humanity and they are "safe and effective". Hydroxychloroquine is for horses and it isn't safe and won't work, eventhough before and now after the plandemic tell us it works. They want everyone dependent on the government or some grocery store to buy water that is owned by only one of several corporations owned by the elite. Any government entity that tells me something isn't safe makes me question it. Rant over.

 

[stocknup]

I am puzzled. I thought with the Berkey black filters one could go to the river, put water in the to and drink it out the bottom. Saw this on the new filter page:

“Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.”

WTF? I still need to boil it? BS! That is not what I want. I want a filter to use instead of boiling. Was my understanding of the old black filters wrong?

I am in agreement with you ........I read that part also . It looks like ( from cbhausen`s link ) that the new ones address all the heavy metals you could think of , but nothing microbiologically unsafe . I am more interested in filtering out virus and bacterial related .
After reading several stories , I am not sold on the Black Berkeys ( and we have several ) performing as claimed .
We use one daily , but have never used or tried it with pond type water just to see if we don`t get sick .
If forced , I suppose we will boil and add our bleach stock solution for now ?

 

[indyblue]

I thought the only way to remove biologics from water was to either sterilize it with UV, chemicals or via reverse osmosis.

HOW TO REMOVE BACTERIA FROM WATER USING UV STERILIZATION​

Where the water is already clean and does not need further purification, Pure Aqua recommends the use of UV sterilizers. The reason why this is important at the tail end of the process is that it does not remove particles or any organisms in the water. Instead, it only works to kill them. UV sterilizers have been floated by experts as the most effective when it comes to destroying bacteria in water treatment. The use of UV sterilizers is cost-effective, fast, safe, chemical free, fool-proof and quite easy to use.

How To Remove Bacteria From Water Using Reverse Osmosis​

One of the leading water purification technologies is reverse osmosis. This is attributed to its desalination ability and effectiveness in the removal of all impurities in water. The technology is based on the use of high pressure and permeable membranes designed to only let water through as it blocks all other foreign substances.

How To Remove Bacteria From Water Using Nanofiltration Technology​

Unlike ultrafiltration that has a pore size of somewhere close to 0.01 microns, a nanofiltration filter has much smaller ones at 0.001 microns, making it an effective method of removing molecules, viruses, salts, and ions, known for making water hard. That is why nanofiltration is often used in cases where the water to be purified is hard.

 

[INP8riot]

I have a whole house system that has UV at the end of the chain of filters. But if I lose power...I guess I'll be drinkin them