Calcite Media – ½ cu. ft. | Acid Neutralizing Calcium Carbonate for pH Correction

Product Description

LiquaGen ½ cu. ft. Calcite Media is a high-purity, naturally occurring mineral used for acid neutralization and pH correction in residential and light commercial well water systems. Made up of approximately 95% calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) and 3% magnesium carbonate (MgCO₃), this media safely raises the pH of acidic water, protecting plumbing, fixtures, and appliances from corrosion.

With a slow and controlled reaction rate, calcite dissolves gradually as water passes through, ensuring reliable and consistent pH balancing without the risk of over-treatment. This ½ cu. ft. volume is ideal for refilling neutralizer tanks or as part of an initial system installation, delivering dependable performance across a wide range of water chemistries.

Key Benefits

• ✅ Corrects Acidic pH – Safely raises pH to protect your water system.

• ✅ Prevents Metal Leaching – Reduces the risk of copper, lead, and other metals dissolving into water.

• ✅ Perfect Tank Refill Size – ½ cu. ft. pack designed for most standard neutralizer tanks.

• ✅ Naturally Safe – Non-toxic, eco-friendly mineral solution.

• ✅ Low Maintenance – Media typically requires replenishment once a year, depending on usage and pH.

Physical Properties

• Appearance: Near white granular mineral

• Density: 100 lbs./cu. ft.

• Composition: CaCO₃ – 95% minimum; MgCO₃ – 3% maximum

• Uniformity Coefficient: High for maximum water contact

• Reaction Rate: Slow dissolving for controlled pH adjustment

Conditions for Operation

• pH Range: 5.0 – 6.0

• Bed Depth: 24 – 30 inches (when used in neutralizer tanks)

• Backwash Rate: 8 – 12 GPM/sq. ft.

• Backwash Bed Expansion: ~35% of bed depth

• Replenishment: Annually or as needed based on water chemistry

Applications

• ✔ Residential Neutralizer Tanks – Standard refill size for ½ cu. ft. applications

• ✔ Well Water Treatment – Neutralizes acidity before other filtration stages

• ✔ Pre-Treatment for Carbon & Specialty Filters – Optimizes water chemistry for better filtration

• ✔ Plumbing & Appliance Protection – Extends the lifespan of your home’s water system