How to Buy a Water Purification System

18 Nov 2025

The operation of all laboratories requires water for use in applications from general cleaning procedures to sensitive analytical techniques. Water quality can significantly impact experimental results, so it is vital to have a reliable laboratory water purification system which provides the required quantity and purity of water for your applications. This expert buying guide offers essential insights into the key factors to consider when purchasing a water purification system.

How to Buy a Water Purification System eBook

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This expert SelectScience guide offers essential insights into the key factors to consider when purchasing a laboratory water purification system – from understanding the grade of water you require (Type 1, Type 2 or Type 3), to the volume of water needed, operational features and budget, as well as insight from your peers about the products they use.

Discover expert tips and advice to help you select the ideal water purification solution tailored to your specific laboratory requirements, whether you are looking for a system for general lab glassware washing or ultrapure water for sensitive applications like PCR and HPLC.

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Types of water impurities and the impact they have on experimental results, including emerging contaminants like PFAS and microplastics
Laboratory water quality standards and definitions of Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 water
Examples of water requirements for specific laboratory applications spanning life sciences, analytical research, and general laboratory use
Methods of water purification – from reverse osmosis and activated carbon to electrodeionization, UV radiation and filtration techniques
Find laboratory water purification system configurations to suit your laboratory
Key considerations when choosing a laboratory water purification system, such as the volume of water required, operational features, laboratory space, monitoring and traceability, environmental impact and cost/budget
Read product reviews from your peers about the water purification systems that make a difference to their lab work

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Document type: SelectScience guide
Page count: 21
Read time: 31.5 mins
Edition: 9th

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Milli-Q® IQ 7003/7005/7010/7015 Ultrapure & Pure Water Systems
Merck
MilliporeSigma has completely redesigned its flagship Milli-Q® product, launching the new Milli-Q ® IQ 7003/05/10/15 ultrapure and pure lab water system. Now more easy-to-use, compact and sustainable, this fully-integrated system delivers consistently superior quality Type 1 and Type 2 water directly from tap water.
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PURELAB® Quest
ELGA LabWater
A compact, affordable and easy to use lab water purification system. PURELAB ® Quest dispenses three types of water for every application in your lab from a tap water input- from HPLC and molecular biology techniques to general reagent preparation and glassware rinsing.
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Arium® Pro Type I Ultra Pure Water Systems
Sartorius Group
Arium® Pro Type I ultra pure water systems for the production of reagent-grade water needed for critical applications as well as routine analyses. Typical applications are the production of ultrapure water for cell culture or chromatographic applications. The Type I ultrapure water systems are available in four different versions and can be ordered as wall-mounted unit, bench-top system or built-in system. Arium® Pro features a convincing innovative design, quality and ease of use. Sophisticated display and menu functions User can choose between three Comfortable water dispense setups Highly developed electronic features Display and menu functions The innovative glass operator interface with touch function can be operated easily. The intuitive menu navigation with integrated text support is easy to handle. Pre-setting of relevant parameters for documentation, e.g. conductivity feed and product PIN protected menu and service setting Service and alarm functions supported by graphic presentation Color-coded warnings Displays measured values for water (feed water, product water, temperature, total dispended water), system information and count down for next recommended consumable replacement. Integrated totalizer to monitor water consumption Diary function Water Dispense With the manual, volume and time dispensed water control the Arium® pro gives users the greatest possible flexibility in routine applications. A countdown for the remaining amount of water is displayed and the system comes with a volume and time memory function. Manual dispense (stepless from 0,5 up to 2 l/min) Volume dispense (0,1 – 60 l) Time dispense (30 sec – 59 min) Electronic features for data backup and display Arium® Pro automatically measures the conductivity of feed and product water. These and other parameters can be displayed continuously or directly on a PC or printer and can be saved on a SD card as well. Related products Arium Smart Station Arium® Mini
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Aquinity² P35/70 – Water Purification System
MembraPure GmbH
Produce pure and ultrapure water from tap water
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aquapuri 5 Series
YOUNG IN Chromass
aquapuri 5 series satisfy all of your needs with a versatile product range while ensuring excellent water quality and user-friendly operation. The tank-less integrated models (541/551 series) produce Type I grade water from tap water by eliminating the possibility of tank contamination.
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Arium® Pro Type I Ultra Pure Water Systems

Sartorius Group

Arium® Pro Type I ultra pure water systems for the production of reagent-grade water needed for critical applications as well as routine analyses. Typical applications are the production of ultrapure water for cell culture or chromatographic applications. The Type I ultrapure water systems are available in four different versions and can be ordered as wall-mounted unit, bench-top system or built-in system. Arium® Pro features a convincing innovative design, quality and ease of use. Sophisticated display and menu functions User can choose between three Comfortable water dispense setups Highly developed electronic features Display and menu functions The innovative glass operator interface with touch function can be operated easily. The intuitive menu navigation with integrated text support is easy to handle. Pre-setting of relevant parameters for documentation, e.g. conductivity feed and product PIN protected menu and service setting Service and alarm functions supported by graphic presentation Color-coded warnings Displays measured values for water (feed water, product water, temperature, total dispended water), system information and count down for next recommended consumable replacement. Integrated totalizer to monitor water consumption Diary function Water Dispense With the manual, volume and time dispensed water control the Arium® pro gives users the greatest possible flexibility in routine applications. A countdown for the remaining amount of water is displayed and the system comes with a volume and time memory function. Manual dispense (stepless from 0,5 up to 2 l/min) Volume dispense (0,1 – 60 l) Time dispense (30 sec – 59 min) Electronic features for data backup and display Arium® Pro automatically measures the conductivity of feed and product water. These and other parameters can be displayed continuously or directly on a PC or printer and can be saved on a SD card as well. Related products Arium Smart Station Arium® Mini

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How to Buy a Water Purification System

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Editors picks

Milli-Q® IQ 7003/7005/7010/7015 Ultrapure & Pure Water Systems

PURELAB® Quest

Arium® Pro Type I Ultra Pure Water Systems

Aquinity² P35/70 – Water Purification System

aquapuri 5 Series

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