What Do PUR Water Filters Filter Out? A Look at Water Filtration Efficiency

by Walchin

What Do PUR Water Filters Filter Out? A Look at Water Filtration Efficiency

What Do PUR Water Filters Filter Out?

Clean water is essential for both domestic and industrial use. While household brands like PUR offer decent filtration for personal use, they fall short when it comes to high-efficiency water purification required in commercial and industrial environments. So, what exactly do PUR water filters filter out—and how do they compare to industrial-grade systems like reverse osmosis (RO) membranes?


What PUR Water Filters Remove

PUR water filters are designed primarily for home use. They typically filter out:

  • Chlorine and taste/odor: Improves the taste of tap water.

  • Lead: A common heavy metal in old piping systems.

  • Mercury: Harmful even in small amounts.

  • Pharmaceuticals and pesticides: Limited removal based on filter model.

  • Sediments and particulates: Such as dirt and rust.

  • Microbial cysts: Like Cryptosporidium and Giardia.

While PUR filters can improve water quality for home consumption, they have limitations in flow rate, capacity, and contaminant range.


Industrial Needs Go Beyond Basic Filtration

For industrial and commercial applications, advanced filtration is necessary. This includes removing:

  • Dissolved solids (TDS)

  • Heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, chromium, etc.)

  • Chemical pollutants

  • Biological contaminants

  • Salinity (in seawater or brackish sources)

This is where reverse osmosis membranes outperform typical household filters.


Why Choose an Industrial RO Membrane?

At Walchin Water, we specialize in high-efficiency water purification solutions tailored for industrial and commercial use. Our Industrial Reverse Osmosis Membranes Collection features advanced products designed for high-flow, high-rejection applications.

Example: SW-8040-HF Walchin Anti-Pollution RO Membrane

  • High flow rate and salt rejection

  • Anti-pollution performance

  • Enhanced filtration for seawater and brackish water sources

  • Ideal for wastewater recovery and desalination plants


Key Differences: PUR vs. Industrial RO Membranes

Feature PUR Filters Walchin RO Membranes
Usage Type Household Industrial/Commercial
Filtration Method Activated Carbon Reverse Osmosis
Removes TDS ✖️
Flow Rate Low High
Lifespan Short (~2-3 months) Long (1–3 years depending on usage)
Application Scope Kitchen Faucet Factories, RO Plants, Desalination Facilities

Final Thoughts

PUR filters are suitable for basic household use, but when you need enhanced filtration and high-efficiency water purification, nothing compares to industrial RO systems like those offered by Walchin. Whether you're managing a manufacturing facility, a water treatment plant, or a desalination station, investing in premium RO membranes ensures better performance, longer service life, and cleaner water.

Explore our full Industrial RO Membrane Collection or contact us for custom water treatment solutions.