makomachine
Well-Known Member
So I'm a 100% RO water brewer with additions who just got a new water softener and RO system installed. My water has been undrinkable to date - extremely hard with "off flavors". Now that I have the system installed I'm wanting to see if I can brew with it. I can always use the RO water and continue along my path (just not having to buy it bottled), but that's not always convenient as I only have a 3 gallon tank. I just got my Ward Labs Report and after review, and with my limited knowledge, I'm a bit concerned my sodium levels (water softener) are going to make this possibly not a good idea. Looking for some experienced advice/suggestions on what to do. It would seem that PH will become more tricky to manage.
PH 7.6
TDS ppm 355
Electrical conductivity .59
Cations/Anions 5.1/6.0
All ppm
Sodium 116
Potassium <1
Calcium <1
Magnesium <1
Total hardness, CACO3 <1
Nitrate 4.5
Sulfate, So4S 5
Chloride, Cl 44
Carbonate, CO3 <1
Bicarbonate, HCO3 248
Total Alkalinity, CACO3 203
Total Phosphorus, P <1
Total Iron NOT DETECTED
Any guidance on approach is appreciated!
PH 7.6
TDS ppm 355
Electrical conductivity .59
Cations/Anions 5.1/6.0
All ppm
Sodium 116
Potassium <1
Calcium <1
Magnesium <1
Total hardness, CACO3 <1
Nitrate 4.5
Sulfate, So4S 5
Chloride, Cl 44
Carbonate, CO3 <1
Bicarbonate, HCO3 248
Total Alkalinity, CACO3 203
Total Phosphorus, P <1
Total Iron NOT DETECTED
Any guidance on approach is appreciated!