{"title":"Spin-Down Sediment Filters","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpin-down sediment filters trap sand, grit, rust flakes and stray filter media on a reusable screen inside a clear sump, and a few seconds at the flush valve cleans them out; there are no cartridges to buy. We carry the Rusco spin-down in two sizes, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rusco-inline-sediment-filter\"\u003eStandard 1 inch\u003c\/a\u003e (1 to 25 GPM, $145) and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/large-rusco-inline-sediment-filter\"\u003eLarge 2 inch\u003c\/a\u003e (18 to 100 GPM, $249), plus replacement polyester screens in 60, 140, 500 and 1000 mesh. On a well the spin-down goes last in line, after the pressure tank and the treatment tanks, to catch what they let past; the 5 micron cartridge filter goes first. For the full well-water line see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sediment-filter-systems\"\u003esediment filters for well water\u003c\/a\u003e; for city and well main-line filtration see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whole-house-sediment-filters\"\u003ewhole house sediment filters\u003c\/a\u003e; or read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/faqs\/spin-down-sediment-filter-well-water\"\u003ehow a spin-down filter works and when you need one\u003c\/a\u003e. Call \u003ca href=\"tel:800-460-5810\"\u003e800-460-5810\u003c\/a\u003e for free sizing, 7 days a week.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rusco-inline-sediment-filter","title":"Rusco Spin-Down Filter, 1 Inch (Standard NT100-60)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSediment filter for well water with sand, silt, rust, and scale, reusable 60-mesh (250 micron) polyester screen with no cartridge replacement cost, sized for 1 to 25 GPM whole-house flow on 1-inch slip (PVC) plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-seo\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard Rusco Inline Sediment Filter, 1 Inch Slip, Reusable 60 Mesh Polyester Screen, 1 to 25 GPM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Standard Rusco Inline Sediment Filter is a reusable-screen spin-down sediment filter for private well water, built around a high-impact polypropylene housing with a crystal-clear sump, a 60 mesh polyester screen (approximately 250 micron), and a built-in 1\/2 inch flush ball valve, sized for 1 to 25 GPM whole-house flow on 1 inch slip (PVC solvent-weld) plumbing with zero cartridge replacement cost and zero ongoing consumables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For, Not For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this filter if you are on a private well with intermittent heavy sediment, including post-storm sand surges, well-shock fines after chlorination, pump priming surges, or an older well that occasionally brings up grit or rust flakes. It is the right size for 1 to 2 bathroom homes, 1 to 3 occupants, post-softener resin traps that catch resin escaping a worn distributor, and final sediment polish upstream of a UV system. It is not the right filter if your well delivers heavy continuous sediment that would require constant flushing, if your service flow exceeds 25 GPM, or if you have 3 or more bathrooms with sprinklers on the well: step up to the Large 2 inch Rusco (large-rusco-inline-sediment-filter) which handles 18 to 100 GPM. It is also not designed to catch fine particles, so for fine sediment the 5 micron Big Blue cartridge filter ahead of the treatment tanks does that work; this Rusco goes at the end of the line to catch media the tanks let past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWatch the Sediment Filter Comparison Before You Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our YouTube walkthrough \"Best Sediment Filter for Well Water (Big Blue, Rusco and Backwashing Compared)\" before buying: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=c-n-1wNQF0U It compares the three sediment filter options for well water (cartridge-based Big Blue, reusable-screen Rusco spin-down, and backwashing Fleck 2510SXT), explains exactly how the Rusco spin-down vortex separates sand, grit, and rust flakes from your water, walks through the 5 to 10 second blowdown cleaning routine, and shows how a Rusco and a Big Blue each do one job on a sediment well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFree Expert Consultation Before You Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall Aidan at 800-460-5810, 7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern. Send your water test results and a description of your well (depth, pump type, age, recent storm activity, sediment frequency) and he will tell you whether the Standard 1 inch Rusco is the right fit, whether to step up to the Large 2 inch Rusco, or whether to add a downstream Big Blue 5 micron cartridge for fine polish. No upsell, no hard sell, no commission. Mid Atlantic Water is an online-only national ecommerce business shipping to all 50 states; the consultation and ongoing support are remote, and we recommend installation by a local licensed plumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemoves sand, grit, rust flakes, and bulk sediment from well water using a reusable polyester screen with zero cartridge replacement cost.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 60 mesh (approximately 250 micron) polyester screen catches the coarse particulate that wrecks softeners, acid neutralizers, and UV lamps, and it lasts for years before any replacement is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleans in 30 seconds with a built-in 1\/2 inch flush ball valve, no tools and no plumbing shutoff required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Open the ball valve for 5 to 10 seconds, household water pressure flushes the trapped sediment out into a bucket or drain line, and you are back in service. There are no cartridges to replace, no proprietary parts, and no recurring filter media cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal-clear sump shows you exactly when to flush and how heavy your sediment load actually is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most homeowners glance at the sump every few weeks and flush only when they see visible accumulation, instead of swapping cartridges on a calendar schedule for sediment that may not even be there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlues into 1 inch PVC with standard slip fittings.\u003c\/strong\u003e The head has two 1 inch slip sockets, so on PVC a fitting glues straight in; on threaded or CPVC plumbing your plumber adds a slip x FPT bushing or a PVC-to-CPVC fitting. The included wall-mount clamp lets you mount the housing vertically with the sump pointing down in any utility room, basement, or pump house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive interchangeable polyester mesh sizes plus a stainless steel screen option to match your specific sediment.\u003c\/strong\u003e Available mesh sizes are 24, 60, 100, 140, and 200 mesh polyester, plus stainless steel for harsh, hot, or chemically aggressive water. Replacement screens cost roughly 15 to 25 dollars and swap out in under a minute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Rusco \/ Vu-Flow housing, NSF\/ANSI certified components, made in the USA, 150 PSI rated.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the original spin-down sediment filter design, not a generic Amazon clone, with the structural pressure rating and certification needed for whole-house service on a private well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with a downstream Big Blue 5 micron cartridge filter for fine polish at the lowest total cost of ownership.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Rusco catches the bulk sediment so the Big Blue cartridge does not clog every two weeks, extending cartridge life from weeks to many months and dropping ongoing consumable cost on intermittent-heavy-sediment wells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter Type: Reusable-screen spin-down sediment filter (no cartridge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer Model: Rusco \/ Vu-Flow NT100-60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection Size: 1 inch slip (PVC solvent-weld) inlet and outlet; slip x FPT bushings available for threaded lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService Flow Rate: 1 to 25 GPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Operating Pressure: 150 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefault Screen: 60 mesh polyester (approximately 250 micron)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable Polyester Mesh Sizes: 24, 60, 100, 140, 200 mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel Screen Option: Available in 24 to 200 mesh for harsh, hot, or chemically aggressive water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing Material: High-impact polypropylene with crystal-clear sump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlowdown Valve: Built-in 1\/2 inch flush ball valve at the base of the sump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning Method: Open the 1\/2 inch ball valve for 5 to 10 seconds; household water pressure flushes trapped sediment to a bucket or drain line. No tools, no shutoff, no cartridge replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting Orientation: Vertical, sump pointing down, with included wall-mount clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Position: Last in the treatment train, after the softener, acid neutralizer or iron filter, to catch any media a tank lets past. The 5 micron Big Blue cartridge goes first, right after the pressure tank. Never between the pump and the pressure tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Pairing: A 5 micron Big Blue cartridge filter right after the pressure tank for fine sediment, with this Rusco at the end of the line for coarse grit and escaped media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-Up Option: Large 2 inch Rusco for 18 to 100 GPM, 3+ bath homes, sprinklers on the well, or heavier sediment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsumables: None; reusable polyester screen lasts years before replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement Screen Cost: Approximately 15 to 25 dollars per screen in any mesh size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: NSF\/ANSI certified components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 1 year manufacturer warranty against defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: NT100-60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariant Price: 145 dollars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Sediment Problems This Filter Solves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Rusco inline sediment filter is the catch for the gritty, particulate, visible-sediment problems on private wells: sand from the well casing, post-storm turbidity surges, well-shock fines after chlorine shocking, pump priming sediment after a power outage or pump replacement, rust flakes from older galvanized plumbing or aging well casings, calcium carbonate flakes precipitated upstream, resin beads escaping a softener with a worn distributor, sediment loading on the upstream side of a UV lamp, sediment loading on the upstream side of a cartridge filter, and intermittent grit on older wells. It does not soften water, it does not raise pH, it does not remove iron in solution (ferrous iron stays dissolved and passes through), it does not remove hydrogen sulfide rotten egg smell, it does not remove chlorine, and it does not remove fine cysts, bacteria, viruses, or particles finer than the 60 mesh screen, all of which require their own dedicated stage downstream of this Rusco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall this Rusco at the very first stage of your treatment train, immediately after the well pressure tank and before any softener, acid neutralizer, iron filter, UV system, or cartridge filter. Plumb in vertically with the clear sump pointing down, using the included wall-mount clamp on the side of the housing to secure it to a stud or framing in your utility room, basement, or pump house. The 1 inch slip inlet and outlet glue into 1 inch PVC with primer and cement; on 3\/4 inch pipe a 1 inch fitting glues into the head and a 1 x 3\/4 reducing bushing into that. Run a short hose or rigid line from the 1\/2 inch flush ball valve to a floor drain, sump pit, utility sink, or 5 gallon bucket so blowdowns terminate cleanly without spraying water across the room. A licensed plumber typically has the Standard Rusco in within an hour; Aidan supports your plumber by phone at 800-460-5810. The system ships with the 60 mesh polyester screen installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOperation and Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlance at the clear sump every few weeks. When you see visible sediment accumulation in the bottom of the sump, place a bucket or open a drain line under the 1\/2 inch flush ball valve, open the valve fully for 5 to 10 seconds, and household water pressure will flush the trapped sediment out. Close the valve. The filter is back in service. There is no cartridge to replace, no media to refill, and no shutoff valve to operate during the flush. On heavy-sediment wells, expect to flush weekly. On normal residential wells with only intermittent storm-driven sediment, expect to flush monthly or less. The reusable polyester screen lasts for years before any replacement is needed; if it ever does fail or you want to switch mesh sizes, replacement screens are available in 24, 60, 100, 140, and 200 mesh polyester or stainless steel and swap out in under a minute by unscrewing the clear sump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComparison: Rusco vs Big Blue Cartridge Filter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rusco inline spin-down and the Big Blue cartridge filter solve different parts of the sediment problem and are most powerful when used together. The Rusco catches coarse sediment (60 mesh polyester is approximately 250 micron) using a reusable screen with a 30 second blowdown and zero ongoing consumable cost; it is the right tool for sand, grit, rust flakes, and bulk particulate on intermittent-heavy-sediment wells. The Big Blue catches finer particles (5 micron cartridge, much finer than 250 micron) but requires a cartridge replacement every 3 to 12 months at roughly 25 dollars per cartridge. Many private well setups run both: the 5 micron Big Blue first, right after the well tank, to catch the fine particulate before the treatment systems, and the Rusco last in line, after the treatment tanks, to catch calcite fines, resin beads or carbon the tanks let past. If you have a well that occasionally surges sand and grit but is otherwise clean, the Rusco alone is enough. If your well runs cloudy or dusty continuously, the Rusco plus Big Blue combination delivers the lowest total cost of ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComparison: Standard 1 Inch Rusco vs Large 2 Inch Rusco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Standard 1 inch Rusco (this product, 145 dollars, model NT100-60) handles 1 to 25 GPM and glues into 1 inch PVC plumbing. It is the right size for 1 to 2 bathroom homes, 1 to 3 occupants, post-softener resin traps, and final sediment polish upstream of a UV system on smaller flow paths. The Large 2 inch Rusco (large-rusco-inline-sediment-filter, 249 dollars) handles 18 to 100 GPM, glues into 2 inch slip PVC (usually reduced to 1.5 or 1.25 inch for a house), and is the right size for 3 or more bathroom homes, sprinkler systems on the well, commercial applications, or any whole-house pre-filter where peak demand flow exceeds 25 GPM. If you are between sizes, step up to the Large; the marginal cost is small and the larger sump means longer intervals between blowdowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRusco 1 inch spin-down housing, model NT100-60, high-impact polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 mesh (approximately 250 micron) reusable polyester screen, pre-installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal-clear sump for visual sediment monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in 1\/2 inch flush ball valve at the base of the sump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall-mount clamp for vertical mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch slip (PVC solvent-weld) inlet and outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne year manufacturer warranty against defects. Ongoing customer support is available remotely from Mid Atlantic Water at 800-460-5810, 7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern, including help interpreting your water test, sizing the right Rusco, choosing between the Standard and Large, deciding whether to add a downstream Big Blue 5 micron cartridge for fine polish, troubleshooting a noisy or leaking blowdown valve, or planning the rest of your well water treatment train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does spin-down mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e Water enters the housing tangentially, hits a vortex deflector, and spins around the inside wall of the clear sump. Centrifugal force throws the heavier sediment particles outward and downward into the sump while the cleaner water exits through the center of the screen and out the outlet. This is why a 60 mesh screen catches sediment finer than the actual mesh openings: the spin separates the particles before the screen even sees them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often do I need to flush it?\u003c\/strong\u003e On normal residential wells with only intermittent storm-driven sediment, expect to flush monthly or less. On wells with heavier sediment, expect to flush weekly. Glance at the clear sump every few weeks; flush whenever you can see visible accumulation. There is no calendar schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this remove iron from my water?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The Rusco only removes physical particulate, including rust flakes from older plumbing, but ferrous iron in solution (clear water iron) will pass straight through. For dissolved iron, you need a dedicated iron filter downstream of the Rusco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this remove a sulfur or rotten egg smell?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Hydrogen sulfide is a dissolved gas and the Rusco does not touch it. You need a sulfur filter or hydrogen-sulfide-rated iron filter downstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this remove fine sediment, cysts, or bacteria?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The default 60 mesh screen catches particles down to approximately 250 micron, which is the bulk-sediment range. For fine particulate, a Big Blue 5 micron cartridge filter ahead of the treatment tanks does that work; this Rusco goes at the end of the line. For cysts, bacteria, or viruses, you need a UV system or RO downstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install this myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, in 30 to 60 minutes with two pipe wrenches and PTFE tape if your incoming line is already 1 inch threaded. If your plumbing is 3\/4 inch or smaller, or if you are not comfortable with sweat-fitting or threaded pipe work, hire a local plumber. Mid Atlantic Water is an online-only ecommerce business and does not install in any geography; we provide remote phone consultation only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I have a 3 bath home or a sprinkler on the well?\u003c\/strong\u003e Step up to the Large 2 inch Rusco. The Standard 1 inch caps out at 25 GPM, and a 3+ bath home with simultaneous fixtures plus sprinklers can easily exceed that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do I install it in the treatment train?\u003c\/strong\u003e At the end of the line, after the treatment tanks (softener, acid neutralizer, iron filter), where it catches any resin or media a tank lets past and any coarse grit that made it through. The 5 micron Big Blue cartridge goes first, right after the pressure tank, so the tanks never see fine sediment. Nothing goes between the pump and the pressure tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"midatlanticwater.net","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31580030566445,"sku":"NT100-60","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/9523\/4605\/files\/rusco-inline-sediment-filter-2000.png?v=1781302570"},{"product_id":"large-rusco-inline-sediment-filter","title":"Rusco Spin-Down Filter, 2 Inch (Large NT200-60)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSediment filter for high-flow well water with sand, silt, and rust, 2-inch Rusco spin-down with reusable 60-mesh (250 micron) polyester screen and 18 to 100 GPM peak flow, no cartridge replacement cost, sized for large homes with 5 or more bathrooms and light commercial systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-seo\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large 2 inch Rusco Inline Sediment Filter is a high-flow whole-house spin-down sediment filter built for 18 to 100 GPM peak flow, with a reusable 60 mesh polyester screen, a clear sump for visual sediment monitoring, a built-in 1\/2 inch flush valve, NSF\/ANSI certified components, and zero ongoing cartridge cost. It is the right choice for large homes (5 or more bathrooms), light commercial water systems (B\u0026amp;B, Airbnb, vacation rental, small farm), agricultural and irrigation lines, livestock waterers, and multi-family residential plumbing where peak demand and intermittent sediment surges exceed what a standard 1 inch spin-down or a single Big Blue cartridge can handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For \/ Not For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse this Large 2 inch Rusco if:\u003c\/strong\u003e your home has 5 or more bathrooms or runs sprinkler \/ irrigation off the well, you operate a small B\u0026amp;B \/ Airbnb \/ vacation rental with high peak flow, you run a small farm or have livestock waterers on the same well, you need an agricultural pre-filter or barn \/ shop water line, you want a resin trap on a large or commercial water softener, or you need a coarse first-stage filter ahead of a 20 inch Big Blue cartridge filter to extend cartridge life. The 2 inch slip ports handle approximately 4 times the peak flow of the standard 1 inch Rusco, which makes this the correct sizing for any well water system that pushes past about 20 GPM service flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep DOWN to the standard 1 inch Rusco if:\u003c\/strong\u003e your home has 1 to 4 bathrooms, you do not run sprinklers or irrigation off the well, and your peak demand stays under about 20 GPM. The standard 1 inch Rusco glues into 1 inch PVC lines with slip fittings and is $104 less. \u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e sub-micron filtration (this captures down to approximately 250 microns at 60 mesh, not bacteria, not viruses, not dissolved iron, not chlorine, not hardness), or for installations under 18 GPM where the standard 1 inch Rusco is the correct size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTalk to Aidan Before You Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree expert phone consultation, no upsell, no commission. Call Aidan at \u003cstrong\u003e800-460-5810\u003c\/strong\u003e, 7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern. Send your peak flow estimate, your bathroom count, your fixture count, and any irrigation or livestock load and Aidan will confirm whether the Large 2 inch is the right size, recommend the correct mesh (24, 60, 100, 140, or 200 mesh polyester, or stainless steel for harsh water), and walk you through the PVC reducer plumbing for 1.25 inch or 1.5 inch existing lines. Mid Atlantic Water is an online-only national ecommerce business shipping to all 50 states; the consultation, sizing review, and ongoing support are remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles 18 to 100 GPM peak flow without pressure drop\u003c\/strong\u003e using 2 inch slip ports and a centrifugal vortex deflector that pushes sediment outward into the clear sump while filtered water exits through the screen, sized for whole-house demand on 5+ bath homes, light commercial loads, and agricultural irrigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero cartridge replacement cost\u003c\/strong\u003e because the 60 mesh polyester screen is reusable: when the clear sump shows sediment buildup, you open the built-in 1\/2 inch ball valve for 30 seconds and household water pressure flushes it clean, no media, no cartridge, no annual filter expense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisual sediment monitoring through the clear polymer sump\u003c\/strong\u003e so you can see exactly when to flush instead of guessing on a calendar schedule, which is especially useful on wells with seasonal sediment surges (spring snowmelt, after heavy rain, after well work).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 polyester screen mesh options plus stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e covering 24 mesh (approximately 750 microns, coarse sand and pebble) up through 200 mesh (approximately 75 microns, fine silt), so the same housing can be tuned to your specific water chemistry; ships standard with the 60 mesh (approximately 250 micron) screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNSF\/ANSI certified, 150 PSI rated, made in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e using genuine Rusco \/ Vu-Flow housing, high-impact polypropylene construction, and a crystal-clear sump for indoor or sheltered installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrain-line flush termination supported\u003c\/strong\u003e for high-volume installations: the 1\/2 inch flush ball valve is designed to be plumbed into a drain on 2 inch systems because the flush discharge volume is higher than on smaller spin-down filters, which is exactly what you want when running irrigation or commercial loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces to existing residential plumbing\u003c\/strong\u003e using off-the-shelf 2 inch slip x 1.5 inch or 2 inch slip x 1.25 inch PVC reducers from any plumbing supply, so the Large Rusco drops into a 1.25 inch or 1.5 inch residential main line without re-plumbing the whole entry point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter Type: Spin-down centrifugal sediment filter with reusable polyester screen\u003cbr\u003e\nManufacturer: Rusco \/ Vu-Flow\u003cbr\u003e\nModel: NT200-60\u003cbr\u003e\nService Flow Rate: 18 to 100 GPM\u003cbr\u003e\nMaximum Operating Pressure: 150 PSI\u003cbr\u003e\nConnection Size: 2 inch slip (PVC), reducible to 1.5 inch or 1.25 inch with PVC reducers\u003cbr\u003e\nHousing Dimensions: 17 7\/8 inches length by 5 1\/2 inches width\u003cbr\u003e\nHousing Material: High-impact polypropylene\u003cbr\u003e\nSump Material: Crystal-clear polymer for visual sediment monitoring\u003cbr\u003e\nScreen Type: 60 mesh polyester (approximately 250 micron), reusable, pre-installed\u003cbr\u003e\nAvailable Screen Mesh Sizes: 24 mesh, 60 mesh, 100 mesh, 140 mesh, 200 mesh polyester; stainless steel screens available for harsh water\u003cbr\u003e\nFiltration Range: approximately 75 microns at 200 mesh up to approximately 750 microns at 24 mesh\u003cbr\u003e\nFlush Mechanism: Built-in 1\/2 inch ball valve, 30-second household-pressure flush\u003cbr\u003e\nFlush Discharge: 1\/2 inch threaded outlet, recommended to plumb to drain on 2 inch installations\u003cbr\u003e\nPower Required: None, no electricity\u003cbr\u003e\nCartridge Replacement Cost: $0, polyester screen is reusable (rinse and reinstall)\u003cbr\u003e\nCountry of Manufacture: United States\u003cbr\u003e\nCertification: NSF\/ANSI certified\u003cbr\u003e\nSister Product: Standard 1 inch Rusco at $145 for ~20 GPM residential (1 to 2 bathrooms); Large 2 inch handles 4 times the peak flow\u003cbr\u003e\nPre-Purchase Phone Consultation: 800-460-5810, free, 7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping: Free shipping to all 50 US states, ships pre-assembled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Sediment Problems This Filter Solves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSand in toilet tanks, grit in faucet aerators, silt in shower heads, sediment in washing machine inlet screens, plugged sprinkler heads on well-fed irrigation, fouled drip emitters, sand fouling a downstream water softener resin bed, sediment plugging a 20 inch Big Blue cartridge prematurely, scale chips after a hot water heater flush, well work debris after pump service, post-storm turbidity surges, post-snowmelt sediment loads, livestock trough fouling, barn or shop water line clogs, and irrigation pre-filtration ahead of fertigation injectors. The Large Rusco handles all of these on high-flow systems where a standard 1 inch spin-down or a single Big Blue cartridge would either restrict flow or plug too quickly to be practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large Rusco installs after the pressure tank, never between the pump and the tank. On a house line it goes at the end of the treatment train, after the softener or iron filter, to catch media the tanks let past; on an irrigation or commercial line it is often the only filter. The 2 inch slip ports glue to standard 2 inch PVC; for 1.25 inch or 1.5 inch existing lines, use 2 inch slip x 1.25 inch or 2 inch slip x 1.5 inch PVC reducers from any plumbing supply. Mount vertically with the inlet on top so the centrifugal vortex can sling sediment downward into the clear sump. Plumb the 1\/2 inch flush ball valve into a drain line because the discharge volume on a 2 inch filter is higher than what a bucket can catch comfortably. No electrical hookup is required. Most installations take a licensed plumber 1 to 2 hours; we recommend a licensed plumber for the main-line PVC work if you are not comfortable with PVC primer and cement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing: Large 2 inch vs Standard 1 inch Rusco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large 2 inch Rusco at $165 handles 18 to 100 GPM with 2 inch slip ports and is correct for 5+ bath homes, sprinkler \/ irrigation off the well, light commercial (B\u0026amp;B, Airbnb, vacation rental, small farm), agricultural, livestock, multi-family residential, and any whole-house treatment system where peak demand exceeds about 20 GPM. The Standard 1 inch Rusco at $145 handles 1 to 25 GPM with 1 inch threaded NPT ports and is correct for 1 to 4 bath single-family homes with no irrigation load. The Large 2 inch handles approximately 4 times the peak flow of the standard 1 inch and is the right pick whenever flow rate matters more than the $20 price difference or the simpler threaded plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSediment Filter Stack: Where the Large Rusco Fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn high-flow well water systems we typically pair the Large 2 inch Rusco with a 20 inch Big Blue cartridge filter ahead of the treatment tanks for the fine work (5 micron, 1 micron, or 0.35 micron cartridge depending on water). The Large Rusco handles the coarse load (media beads, scale chips, grit) at high flow with zero cartridge cost, and the Big Blue handles the fine work that the spin-down screen cannot. Each filter does one job: the cartridge catches the fine particulate, and the screen catches the coarse pieces that would plug a cartridge. On commercial or agricultural systems the Large Rusco can also serve as a standalone pre-filter ahead of UV disinfection, a downstream resin softener, or fertigation injection, where coarse sediment removal at high flow is the primary requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Rusco \/ Vu-Flow housing carries the manufacturer's defect coverage on the housing and components. Polyester screens are field-replaceable wear items priced at approximately $20 to $40 depending on mesh, and most installations run 5+ years on the original screen with regular flushing. For ongoing support, sizing review, mesh selection guidance, or troubleshooting after install, call \u003cstrong\u003e800-460-5810\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern; the same line that handles pre-purchase consultation handles post-install support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this filter remove iron from my well water?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. A spin-down sediment filter only captures particulate matter (sand, grit, scale, silt) down to approximately 75 microns at 200 mesh. Dissolved iron passes straight through any sediment filter. For dissolved iron you need a chemical-free oxidation filter such as a Katalox Light or AIO iron filter; call 800-460-5810 for sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this remove chlorine, chloramine, or smell?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, a sediment filter does not address taste, odor, or dissolved chemicals. For chlorine or chloramine on city water you need an activated carbon filter; for hydrogen sulfide rotten egg smell on well water you need an oxidation filter. Sediment filtration and chemical filtration are separate stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often do I need to flush it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Look at the clear sump. On most wells, weekly to monthly is typical; on heavy-sediment wells (spring snowmelt, post-pump-service, post-storm) you may flush daily for a stretch. Flushing takes 30 seconds and uses household water pressure, no tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I leave it outside?\u003c\/strong\u003e The crystal-clear sump is best kept indoors or under a roof. UV exposure over years can yellow the polymer; freezing temperatures can crack it. Mount it in a basement, utility room, well house, or insulated pump house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it lose pressure as sediment builds up?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, like any filter. The clear sump shows you when to flush before pressure drop becomes noticeable. After a 30-second flush the filter returns to baseline performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size mesh should I order?\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 mesh (approximately 250 micron) ships standard and is correct for most wells. Step coarser to 24 mesh if the screen plugs too quickly on heavy sand wells. Step finer to 140 or 200 mesh for fine silt or post-storm turbidity. Stainless steel screens are available for harsh water with abrasive sediment. Call 800-460-5810 if you are not sure which mesh to start with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on city water?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Large Rusco works on any water source. 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