Home Master TMAFC Water Filter review

Introduction

The [amazon link=”B07Q7LT1GF” title=”Home Master TMAFC Water Filter” /] with Permeate Pump Undersink Reverse Osmosis System delivers solutions, not problems. Even the most health conscious individuals will be impressed with its exceptional water purity and added beneficial minerals that produce clean, great-tasting Mineral Water on Tap. 

Details

The built in non-electric permeate pump will reduce water waste while increasing water production. Home Master’s innovative design eliminates the most common problems like canister filter housing leaks, slow flow rate, high water waste, service challenges, and slightly acidic water. It’s all backed by a five-year limited warranty.

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[amazon link=”B07Q7LT1GF” title=”Home Master TMAFC Water Filter” /] – Loaded solves many of the problems associated with traditional reverse osmosis systems. Home Master systems use larger fittings and tubing to double the flow rate. Traditional reverse osmosis systems produce demineralized water that is pure but acidic. This acidic water attacks the rubber bladder in the storage tank, enters the water stream and affects the taste. The patented Full Contact Artesian remineralizes the water twice – once on the way to the storage tank, and once again on the way to the faucet adding a small amount of calcium and magnesium minerals (30-60 mg/l combined) – just enough to make the water slightly alkaline and improve the taste. It delivers Mineral Water on Tap by first stripping the water clean, removing up to 99% of chloramines, chlorine, fluoride, chromium 6, lead, metals, dissolved solids, and other contaminants using reverse osmosis, sediment and catalytic carbon filtration, then channels the water through the patented remineralization system twice to add calcium and magnesium minerals from a fresh new source. With 7 stages of filtration, purification and enhancement the Home Master Artesian Full Contact produces exceptionally pure, Mineral Water on Tap. This Loaded model includes Brushed Nickel Luxury Standard RO Faucet, refrigerator connection kit, the latest Dow Filmtec 75gpd high hardness RO membrane for longer life and improved purity in both hard water and standard municipal water.

• A Better RO System: innovative design solves the most common problems associated with traditional RO systems, meets or exceeds NSF standards for material safety and purification performance, 5-year limited warranty, BPA free
• Exceptional purification – 7 stages of filtration, purification and enhancement using reverse osmosis, sediment, advanced catalytic carbon media, and the patented re-mineralization system – mineral water on tap
• Removes up to 99% of chlorine, chloramines, chemicals, fluoride, chromium, lead and metals, dissolved solids, pharmaceuticals, and other contaminants using reverse osmosis, sediment, and advanced catalytic carbon media
• Advanced catalytic carbon media effectively treats chloramines unlike ordinary carbon filters, plus, our granular media pressure throughput allowing the RO membrane to function more efficiently, with reduced water waste
• Innovative modular design eliminates the most common problems associated with traditional canister RO systems – filter housing leaks, service challenges, and slow flow rate, Home Master systems use larger fittings and tubing to double the flow rate
• Long-lasting all-in-one modular filters – built into the filter housing – prevent sediment, microorganisms and icky biofilm from accumulating, and makes the annual or 2,000 gal. filter change quick and easy – no wrenches required
• Loaded Version includes New Dow Filmtec High Hardness 75gpd RO membrane outlasts and produces cleaner water than typical RO membranes on municipal and potable well water supplies
• Loaded version also includes Fridge Connection kit to deliver clean water to fridge and ice centers, and the exquisite new lead-free Luxury Standard brushed nickel RO faucet with 1/4 turn ceramic valve and 360° swivel spout
• Integrated non-electric permeate pump reduces water waste up to 80% and increases water production up to 50%, hand fastener for RO faucet included, eliminates installation hassle with tight spaces or specialized tools
• In the box: fully assembled purification unit with filters, 3.2 gal. storage tank, 3/8 in. feed water adapter with shut off valve, lead-free Luxury Standard RO faucet in brushed nickel with adapter, TFC RO membrane, drain saddle and instructions
• Home Master Promise – this water filtration system is the finest equipment that money can buy, it will deliver years of trouble-free operation and produce perfect water, if something goes wrong, we will make it right, performance – support – peace of mind  

Home Maser meets or exceeds the NSF standards for material safety and water purification performance. Innovative design solving the most common problems with traditional RO systems. The Home Master Artesian Full Contact with Permeate Pump Loaded delivers Mineral Water on Tap, with even more added benefits.

This Package Contains: Fully assembled purification unit with 75 GPD Dow Filmtec Hard Water RO membrane and filter, 3.2 gallon storage tank, 3/8-inch feed-water adapter with shut off valve, lead-free Luxury Standard RO faucet in Brushed Nickel with adapter, refrigerator connection kit, drain saddle, instructions. BPA Free. Backed by a five-year limited warranty. Made in USA.

Other Useful Information

The TMAFC-ERP-L model adds a Luxury Standard Brushed Nickel RO Faucet, Refrigerator Connection Kit, and Dow Filmtec 75 GPD high hardness RO membrane to the Home Master Artesian Full Contact RO Water Filter System with Permeate Pump.

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User Reviews

Review 1

I have wanted an RO system for awhile and this seemed the best for a reasonable price. Great water filtration, very fast faucet flow, great water conservation for RO, and easy to install. After four hours today I have it installed and I tested my tap water, my brita pitcher, and then the RO water with a TDS meter (which measures the total dissolved solids in a liquid) and aquarium PH liquid tests (best thing I had on hand). Also I am 21 and havent done anything like this before but I think for what it is it was pretty easy to install. I will post my results from the tests below, they speak for themselves. My Brita Pitcher was BS and RO cant be beat. I will post another review if anything happens in the next year or so to make sure these results last.
My Tap Water
-TDS (average of 10 results)
–447
-PH
–7.8
Brita Pitcher
-TDS (average of 10 results)
–408
-PH
–7.8
Home Master Artesian Full Contact
-TDS (average of 10 results)
–39
-PH
–8.4

Review 2

I should start out saying that I am very picky about my water. I purchased a home a few years ago and had been using a Brita filter just to get by. It was OK. Much better than tap. But I wanted better. I did my research and landed on Home Master for reliability, ease of changing the filters and other maintenance as well as the obvious reason of function. Many other reviewers have commented on the great support the company offers. That was a factor in deciding on what brand to buy but I can not actually comment on the support as I didn't need to use it.

I chose this specific model with the permeate pump mostly due to the quantity of water it conserves. The higher production is an added bonus. I didn't need the UV portion as I have no concerns with my water regarding Microorganisms. I didn't want another piece of equipment to maintain / clean / whatever you need to do the the UV light if it wasn't necessary. I wanted the Artesian portion to add that bit of flavor back. I assume there is some kind of health benefit to this also but I bought it for the taste.

It is installed under my kitchen sink. Faucet installed at my sink and a long line run to my refrigerator for ice and cold water. The install took a few hours but it involved drilling into my granite counter top as well as running a water line through all of my cabinets to the refrigerator, drilling holes along the way from one to the next. My home has no basement and running a small water line in the crawlspace would have a risk of freezing. This was a time consuming but reasonable solution to this issue.

I have had this up and running for 3 weeks now. I am extremely happy with my whole setup. The water tastes great. It comes out of the faucet fast. There is a bit of noise under the sink when its making water but it is far from loud and does not bother me at all. It works exactly as it should and I would recommend this to any of my friends or family looking for an RO system.

**Edit 27 November 2018**
I have had this for nearly 2 years now with no issues to speak of. I have changed the filters once since the install. This was pretty simple and very little time. The water still tastes great, and a cup fills quickly from this tap. Seriously, this thing is great. I would buy it again. I do recommend it to my friends.

Review 3

OK, We have had a prior RO which died and was discontinued by another manufacturer, we never had decent flow with this prior unit. We then spent time looking at all the highly rated systems on Amazon and on the internet. We initially tried a different brand that was rated for up to 500 gallons a day, had it's own integrated electrical pump, and was advertised to handle home up to small cafe. That unit was really pretty, but again despite being able to produce a lot in one day, it's flow when you opened the RO tap was similarly slow to our our prior unit, and if the integrated electrical pump was not on, forget about it, flow was at a trickle. That is the other issue that it takes about 10 or seconds for these systems with the integrated electrical pumps to register the demand before they kick in an really start providing any flow.

Well I was drawn to the Home Master system being that it states that it provides twice the flow of other systems from use of among other things larger 3/8″ tubing rather than 1/4″. In addition to that the system has a permeate pump which is a pump that uses the hydrostatic flow of the water to generates increased pressure, decreases waste water and increases flow all without the need to run electricity to it. It works somewhat to a turbo system on a car spinning a flywheel with the flow, but without the turbo lag. The Home Master systems also come with integrated filters and filter housing that you simply replace as a unit every year. The thinking is that filter housings also wear out over time, and this way as replacing it as a unit, you don't need to worry about wear on the housing and their gaskets. In addition to this the Home Master systems come with a five year warranty. I will say the systems esthetically are not much to look at, the other system we tried had an integrated frame everything mounts on, but who cares this system gets it done. Additionally this system mounts to the sidewall of a cabinet on a bracket and takes up much less space than most of the other systems out there.

This particular Artesian system replaces minerals such as magnesium and a little calcium that are leeched out during the RO cycle so the water doesn't taste flat like distilled water of most RO systems, but tastes like mineral water like Fiji water. So how pleased am I with the system? I can't say enough good things about it. I thought the instruction manual was just so so, but the manual directs you their on line videos where installation is broken into multiple short easy to follow installation videos. The water flow out of the RO faucet is astounding! It literally fills a 12 ounce glass in two seconds. All with the same house pressure that our prior and the other system we tried gave only a mediocre trickle.

I did call Home Master's 1-800 number and they were very helpful in choosing the right one of their systems. I obviously feel that if you are looking for an RO system with great flow, great tasting water, ease of upkeep with a low profile that this is a great system to consider.

Review 4

The product was easy to install following the manufacturer's instructions. I did not want the system taking up all my cabinet space, so I installed in my basement directly below the kitchen faucet. This required additional tubing. We've had it installed for a little over a month. Everything thing seems to be operating as it should.

Conclusion

Home Master eliminates the most common problems of traditional RO systems – canister filter housing leaks, service challenges, and slow flow rate. Our long-lasting filters are built into the filter housing, making the annual or 2,000 gallons filter change quick and easy, no wrenches required. Home Master systems use larger fittings and tubing than traditional RO systems, doubling the flow rate. The built-in non-electric permeate pump reduces water waste up to 80% and increases water production up to 50%. Plus, a specially designed hand fastener tightened by hand for installing RO faucets is included, saving the hassle that comes with tight spaces and specialized tools.