BRITA Purity C Filter Head – Variable Bypass 0-70%, 3/8" Connection
Product Description
The BRITA Purity C filter head is the core mounting component of the Purity C filtration system, designed to work with BRITA's range of professional Purity C filter cartridges. It...
Specifications
- Dimensions
- 100(H) x 95(W) x 57(D)mm
- Weight
- 200g
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Product Description
The BRITA Purity C filter head is the core mounting component of the Purity C filtration system, designed to work with BRITA's range of professional Purity C filter cartridges. It accepts the cartridge, manages water flow, and controls the proportion of water that bypasses filtration — allowing the treated water hardness and mineral content to be tuned to the requirements of the connected equipment.
The variable bypass dial, adjustable between 0% and 70%, is the key operational feature. Rather than treating all incoming water to the same specification, operators can blend filtered and unfiltered water to achieve a target mineral profile. This matters in practice because espresso machines, combi ovens, and steamers each have different optimal water conditions — too soft and flavour can suffer; too hard and scale builds up. The bypass setting allows the system to be dialled in for the specific piece of equipment it serves.
Practical advantages for kitchen and café operators include:
- Adjustable bypass supports accurate water treatment for different equipment types
- 3/8" connection suits the majority of commercial hot beverage and combi oven installations
- Compact form factor fits where space is limited in equipment bays or back-bar setups
- Compatible with the full range of BRITA Purity C cartridges for straightforward servicing
- Simple cartridge swap process reduces downtime during routine maintenance
Installation requires a 3/8" supply line and, where local water conditions are a factor, a basic water hardness test beforehand. The bypass setting should be configured at installation based on the incoming water hardness and the manufacturer's recommendation for the connected equipment. It is worth noting that this is the filter head only — the appropriate Purity C cartridge is selected separately based on flow rate and site water conditions.
This filter head is well suited to cafés, restaurants, and hotel operations running espresso machines, bean-to-cup units, or combi ovens where water quality directly affects equipment longevity and output consistency. Sites with very high daily water volumes may need to consider a higher-capacity filtration solution to avoid premature cartridge exhaustion.
If you are unsure which Purity C cartridge pairs correctly with this head for your site conditions and equipment, our team is happy to help you work that out before you order.
Key Features
- Variable bypass dial adjustable from 0% to 70% for precise water blending
- 3/8" inlet connection compatible with most commercial equipment installations
- Designed to accept the full range of BRITA Purity C filter cartridges
- Compact 100 x 95 x 57mm body suits confined equipment bays and back-bar spaces
- Bypass adjustment allows water profile to be tailored per connected appliance
Operational Benefits
- Dial-in water hardness reduces scale build-up and extends equipment service life
- Correct mineral balance supports consistent flavour in espresso and hot beverages
- Single filter head serves multiple cartridge options, simplifying future servicing
- Compact footprint allows installation in tight spaces without disrupting workflow
- Adjustable bypass avoids over-softening, which can affect taste and equipment warranties
Specifications
- Dimensions
- 100(H) x 95(W) x 57(D)mm
- Weight
- 200g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The cartridge is selected separately based on your site's incoming water hardness and the daily water volume consumed by the connected equipment. BRITA publish a sizing guide for the Purity C range, and we can help you identify the right cartridge if you let us know your water hardness and the equipment it will serve.
- The correct bypass setting depends on your local water hardness and the target water profile recommended by the manufacturer of your connected equipment — espresso machines and combi ovens typically have different requirements. A water hardness test before installation will give you the information needed to dial in the bypass accurately at commissioning.
- The filter head itself is not volume-limited, but the cartridge fitted to it has a rated capacity that must be matched to your daily water consumption. High-volume sites should take care to select a cartridge with sufficient capacity for their throughput, and plan a regular cartridge replacement schedule to maintain filtration performance.