Compact Iron Filter for Well Water, 1.5 cu ft (1-2 Bathrooms)

Name: Compact Iron Filter for Well Water, 1.5 cu ft (1-2 Bathrooms)
Brand: midatlanticwater.net
SKU: AIO-10T-KATALOX-SXT-BLACK | F250
Price: 2095.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.83 (6 reviews)

Fleck 2510AIO Air Injection | 1.5 cu ft Katalox Light | 10x54 Vortech Tank

Removes up to 30 ppm iron, 15 ppm manganese, and 10 ppm sulfur (rotten egg smell). Aidan's usual pick for 2 to 4 people and lower iron levels. Handles up to 10 gpm; needs about 5 gpm for backwash. No chemicals added. No yearly maintenance.

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1.5 cu ft iron filter for well water: Fleck 2510 AiQ control valve on a 10x54 Vortech tank, with one 1 cu ft and one 1/2 cu ft bag of Katalox Light media, which ships in separate bags for loading at install

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Fleck 2510 AiQ control valve, front view: dark gray housing with the round display and four-button keypad

Fleck 2510 AiQ control valve, back view, labeled: the injector, the inlet and outlet ports where the bypass valve connects, and the threads that go into the tank's 2.5 inch opening

Stainless steel bypass valve with a black lever, marked SERVICE and BY PASS

Blue plastic fill funnel for pouring filter media into the tank opening

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Compact Iron Filter for Well Water, 1.5 cu ft (1-2 Bathrooms)

Fleck 2510AIO Air Injection | 1.5 cu ft Katalox Light | 10x54 Vortech Tank

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Tank Size

1.5 cu ft $2,095.00 2.0 cu ft $2,295.00 Most Popular 2.5 cu ft $2,495.00 3.5 cu ft $3,295.00

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FreePlan Your Install Get a diagram & instructions, custom for your home, for you and your plumber.

Not sure which iron filter size you need? I'm the guy in the videos. Text me your iron, pH and hardness numbers, how many people are in the house, and what your well pump puts out, and I'll tell you which size you need, whether you need anything with it, and what order it goes in.

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✓ Assembled in USA
✓ 1.5 cu ft Vortech™ Media Tank
✓ Fleck 2510 AiQ Control Valve (Air Injection)
✓ 1.5 cu ft Katalox-Light™ Media
✓ Stainless Steel Bypass Valve
✓ Fill Funnel Included
✓ Air Injection for Enhanced Removal
✓ Removes Iron, Sulfur & Manganese

🛠️ Installation

Parts and supplies for the install: standard plumbing supplies such as PVC, PEX, SharkBite fittings, pipe, a nearby drain connection (drain tubing is not included), and a standard 120V outlet for the control valve. The system connects where the main water line enters the home.

Estimated Cost $150 - $300 Parts & Supplies (your plumber may supply these)

👨‍🔧 Licensed Plumber (Recommended)

We recommend installation by a licensed plumber, who handles the plumbing connections, drain hookup, and startup; Aidan supports your plumber by phone at 800-460-5810.

Estimated Cost $500 - $1,000 Professional Labor & Parts

What your plumber will do: The tank arrives empty, so it is easier to carry into place. After it is set and plumbed, your plumber loads the Katalox-Light™ media through the included fill funnel, then connects the drain line and plugs the Fleck control valve into a 120V outlet.

System Model	Fleck 2510AIO 1.5 cu ft Iron Filter (Katalox-Light™)
Working Flow Rate	10 GPM - the maximum flow the tank can handle during normal use. Higher flow rate = less pressure drop in your home.
Backwash Flow Rate Requirement	About 5 GPM - the flow your well pump should deliver for the standard backwash. On a weaker well, Aidan can lengthen the backwash.
Household Size	Aidan's usual pick for 2 to 4 people with lower iron levels. For 4 to 10 people, the 2.5. Send Aidan your test.
Contaminant Removal	Up to 30 ppm Iron • 10 ppm Sulfur • 15 ppm Manganese
Dimensions	10" Diameter Tank × 62" H Installed
Connections	Female Threaded Inlet/Outlet on the Stainless Steel Bypass
Media Included	1.5 cu ft Katalox-Light™ Advanced Filter Media
Filtration Level	Down to 3 Microns (Sediment / Particulates)
Maintenance	Automatic Backwash • Media Life ~6-8 Years
Requirements	120V Power Outlet • Drain Line Connection
pH	Works best near pH 8. If yours is lower, send Aidan your test before you order.
Warranty	10 Yr Tank / 5 Yr Fleck Control Valve

This system uses air injection and Katalox-Light™ filtration media to remove iron, sulfur, and manganese without chemicals.

Air Injection

The Fleck 2510AIO valve creates and maintains a pocket of air at the top of the tank. As well water enters the system, it passes through this air chamber first.

Contaminants Oxidize

Contact with the air causes dissolved iron, sulfur (rotten egg odor), and manganese to oxidize. This converts them from dissolved minerals into solid particles that can be filtered out.

Katalox-Light Filtration

The oxidized particles are captured by the Katalox-Light™ media bed, leaving your water cleaner, clearer, and odor-free.

Self-cleaning system: The Vortech tank design lifts and circulates the media during the automatic backwash cycle, flushing trapped contaminants out of the system. This keeps the media clean and working efficiently without chemicals. Katalox-Light™ media typically lasts 6–8 years depending on water usage.

Vortech® Technology uses a patented internal distributor system to maximize media contact, reduce channeling, and deliver consistent treatment across the entire tank.

The result is higher efficiency, longer media life, and reliable performance without unnecessary complexity or wasted capacity.

Vortech internal distributor system diagram

Certified Components

Built with NSF/ANSI 61 certified components and proven Vortech™ technology.

Assembled in USA

Assembled in the USA and shipped from Ohio. The Katalox-Light™ media is made in Germany.

5-Year Warranty

Backed by a 5-year warranty on the Fleck 2510AIO control valve.

10-Year Warranty

Includes a 10-year warranty on the structural Vortech™ media tank.

Tech Support

Call 800-460-5810 or text Aidan at 443-277-2204
7 Days/Week • 8am–5pm EST

Order Processing & Prep

Orders are verified and sent to the warehouse in Ohio. Your system is picked, palletized, and shrink-wrapped.

Freight Shipment

Ships by heavy freight carrier (usually R+L Carriers). You get a tracking number through your order page when it leaves the warehouse. The media can arrive in a separate delivery, and so can the tank on the 3.5 cu ft size.

Free Freight Shipping

Free shipping to the lower 48 states. For the current ship date, text Aidan at 443-277-2204 before you order.

Liftgate Delivery

The freight is delivered by liftgate truck to your driveway or curb.

Why isn't this 1-day shipping like Amazon?

Unlike a standard Amazon package, this system ships by freight on a pallet. It needs pallet handling, a tractor-trailer and a liftgate truck to arrive safely.

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Video Guides

Aidan has 32 years of industry experience.

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The Compact 1.5 cu ft Iron Filter

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The 1.5 cubic foot Fleck 2510AIO iron filter is the smallest size in the line. It uses the same valve, air injection and Katalox-Light media as the larger sizes in a 10 by 54 inch Vortech tank, and like every size it handles up to 30 ppm of iron. The media ships in separate bags and is loaded at install. Who it fits: in his sizing video, Aidan says the 1.5 is usually good for lower iron levels and two to four people, and that with one or two bathrooms, two people in the house and about 3 to 5 ppm of iron it is pretty much all you need. It backwashes on about 5 gpm, the lowest in the line. For a family of four with three bathrooms, high water use and iron from about 5 ppm up, he recommends the 2.5 cubic foot: it holds more media, its media lasts a little longer, it costs $400 more, and it is the size most homes buy. Not sure which size? Call 800-460-5810 or text Aidan at 443-277-2204 with your water test, how many people live in the house and what your well pump puts out.

✔ Removes Iron, Sulfur & Manganese

✔ No Chemicals

✔ Low Maintenance

✔ Vortech Tank (No Gravel)

✔ New Fleck 2510 AiQ Valve

Feature	Our System	Others
Iron Removal	✔ Up to 30 ppm Iron	Often 5–10 ppm
Sulfur Removal	✔ Up to 10 ppm Hydrogen Sulfide	Limited or requires chemicals
Manganese Removal	✔ Up to 15 ppm Manganese	Often requires additional treatment
Filtration Media	✔ Katalox-Light™ Advanced Media	Sand, Birm, Greensand
Oxidation Method	✔ Air Injection (AIO System)	Chemical injection or weaker oxidation
Maintenance	✔ Automatic Backwashing / No Chemicals	Chemicals or frequent service
Media Lifespan	✔ 6–8 Year Media Life	3–5 Years Typical
Filtration Level	✔ Filters Down to 3 Microns	Less effective sediment removal
Control Valve	✔ Fleck 2510AIO Digital Valve	Generic or proprietary valves
Tank Technology	✔ Vortech® Distributor Plate	Standard gravel bed tanks
Warranty	✔ 10 Years Tank / 5 Years Valve	1-3 Years Limited
Tech Support	✔ Lifetime Expert Video/Phone	Limited or No Support

Iron Removal

✅ Us Up to 30 ppm Iron

❌ Them Often 5–10 ppm

Sulfur Removal

✅ Us Up to 10 ppm Hydrogen Sulfide

❌ Them Limited or requires chemicals

Manganese Removal

✅ Us Up to 15 ppm Manganese

❌ Them Often requires additional treatment

Filtration Media

✅ Us Katalox-Light™ Advanced Media

❌ Them Sand, Birm, Greensand

Oxidation Method

✅ Us Air Injection (AIO System)

❌ Them Chemical injection or weaker oxidation

Maintenance

✅ Us Automatic Backwashing / No Chemicals

❌ Them Chemicals or frequent service

Media Lifespan

✅ Us 6–8 Year Media Life

❌ Them 3–5 Years Typical

Filtration Level

✅ Us Filters Down to 3 Microns

❌ Them Less effective sediment removal

Control Valve

✅ Us Fleck 2510AIO Digital Valve

❌ Them Generic or proprietary valves

Tank Technology

✅ Us Vortech® Distributor Plate

❌ Them Standard gravel bed tanks

Warranty

✅ Us 10 Years Tank / 5 Years Valve

❌ Them 1-3 Years Limited

Tech Support

✅ Us Lifetime Expert Video/Phone

❌ Them Limited or No Support

✔ Lifetime Tech Support

Buy with confidence knowing you aren't alone. Aidan reviews your water test and supports your plumber by phone. Available 7 days a week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Many iron filters online use the same stock photos and product names, which makes them look alike, but the parts inside can differ. Before you compare prices, compare the media volume, the valve model, the bypass, the contaminant ratings, what ships, and who answers your questions after the sale. Ours use genuine Fleck valves, full media loads and NSF/ANSI 61 certified components, and Aidan supports you and your plumber by phone.

This system removes up to 30 ppm of iron, 10 ppm of sulfur, and 15 ppm of manganese, which covers the vast majority of well water issues. It uses air injection and Katalox-Light media to oxidize and filter contaminants without chemicals. If you're unsure whether it fits your water test, you can call 800-460-5810 or text Aidan, our water expert with 30+ years of experience, at 443-277-2204 for help selecting the right system.

Every size handles the same 30 ppm of iron, so the size follows your household and your well. Most homes buy the 2.5 cubic foot, sized for 4 to 10 people or any home with 4 to 5 bathrooms. Smaller households and weaker wells may fit the 1.5 or 2.0, and the 3.5 is for very large homes and irrigation off the well. Text Aidan how many people live in the house and what your well pump puts out, and he will tell you the size.

No chemicals or yearly maintenance are required. The system automatically backwashes to clean the media. The Katalox-Light media typically lasts 6–8 years depending on water usage before replacement is needed.

We recommend installation by a licensed plumber, who typically completes it in 2–3 hours. The system connects with threaded fittings, includes a bypass valve, and installs where your water line enters the home. The media ships in separate bags and is loaded at install, and drain tubing is not included. Aidan supports your plumber by phone at 800-460-5810.

Iron filters are often installed with other systems depending on your water test. For example:

Acidic water → Acid neutralizer too (Aidan sets the order from your test)
Hard water → Water softener after the iron filter
Sediment → Sediment filter before the system

If you're unsure about system order, a quick call with a water expert can confirm the right setup.

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Compact Iron Filter for Well Water, 1.5 cu ft (1-2 Bathrooms)

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⚠️ The Amazon & Discount Site Illusion

Many discount retailers and Amazon sellers use the exact same manufacturer stock photos (like a Clack valve) and product titles. But behind the scenes, they drastically cut costs to offer a lower upfront price. When you buy 'cheap', you are often getting uncertified thin-walled tanks, stripped-down media quantities, and absolutely zero technical support. When things go wrong, their support vanishes.

The True Cost Over Time

Cheap Alternative

~$995 Upfront

❌ Lifespan: Fails in 3-4 years
❌ Result: Frequent repairs, poor water quality, leaks
❌ Support: None

~ $0.91 / Day

Best Long-Term Value

Our Premium System

~$2,095 to $3,295 Upfront

✅ Lifespan: Lasts 15+ years with routine media replacement
✅ Result: Done right the first time, peace of mind
✅ Support: Lifetime USA Support

~ $0.38 to $0.60 / Day

Do it right the first time. By investing a little more upfront, you prevent early replacement costs, plumbing repair headaches, and the frustration of poor water quality. This is without a doubt the best long-term option for your home.

What You're Actually Paying For

No Media Skimming: Every system ships with the full, correct amount of high-grade media for its tank, in separate bags that are loaded at install. Competitors frequently underfill tanks by 20-30% to cut costs, severely reducing your system's effectiveness.
Premium Structural Tanks: Our systems utilize heavy-duty, pressure-tested USA structural tanks built to last decades, preventing cracked tanks and flooded basements.
Genuine Warranties: Discount retailers are often unauthorized sellers, meaning manufacturers will void your warranty. Our systems carry full manufacturer backing.
Lifetime USA Tech Support: With over 30 years of industry experience, we actually pick up the phone. We provide exact programming settings and phone support 7 days a week.

500+ Systems Installed

After 30 years of testing acidic water solutions, the data led us to this exact system. With a track record of 1,000+ successful installations, we have the evidence to offer a true risk-free guarantee based on results, rather than an empty marketing gimmick.

The Industry "Return Policy" Trap +

Most water filter companies offer standard "Money Back Guarantees" or return policies fully knowing that you aren't going to drain, package, and pay heavy freight costs to ship a 600lb wet tank back to them. It's an illusion of safety. Our guarantee requires zero return shipping.

How Our Real Guarantee Works

It Fails to Remove The Iron, Sulfur, or Manganese

The system does not remove the Iron, Sulfur, or Manganese within EPA standards.

Aidan Troubleshoots With You

You'll work directly with the expert who designed your system to ensure it's set up correctly for your specific well chemistry.

You Get Refunded

If it still doesn't solve the problem, we refund you entirely.
No return shipping required.

Not sure if this is the perfect system? Don't guess. If you aren't 100% sure this is the correct size for your well, text me your water test or call me directly. I'll personally review it.

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