About the Ecosoft Core 150
The Ecosoft Core 150 is a compact, salt-regenerated water softener for hard tap water in smaller homes and apartments. Its 15-litre ion-exchange resin bed reduces the calcium and magnesium responsible for limescale, helping limit new deposits on taps, shower fittings and inside household appliances.
The cabinet combines the resin vessel and salt compartment in one unit. This version has a CI control valve and a mixing option for setting the desired residual hardness during commissioning. It is intended for households of up to four people and one bathroom, provided that measured hardness and peak water demand are within the system's capacity.
Softening treats hardness. It does not disinfect water or replace a separate drinking-water filter.
Why choose this softener?
- Less limescale: reduces the hardness minerals responsible for new scale deposits.
- Small footprint: combines the resin vessel and salt compartment in one cabinet.
- Adjustable residual hardness: the CI valve version includes a mixing option.
- Made for smaller homes: 15 litres of resin, with suitability confirmed against water hardness and demand.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Ecosoft |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | Core 150 with CI valve / FU1016CABCIMVCR |
| Treatment method | Salt-regenerated ion exchange |
| Resin volume | 15 L |
| Flow rate | Up to 1.5 m³/h |
| Recommended household | Up to 4 people / 1 bathroom, subject to site assessment |
| Salt per regeneration | Approximately 1.8 kg |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 591 × 270 × 430 mm for the CI version; verify clearance before installation |
| Inlet / outlet | ¾ in |
| Operating inlet pressure | 2–6 bar |
| Electrical supply | 230 V, 50 Hz |
The volume of softened water between regenerations depends on incoming hardness and actual consumption. Confirm the installation space, incoming water conditions and final settings before ordering.
Warranty and maintenance
Warranty
FilterCY lists a two-year warranty for its water softeners. Confirm the terms applicable to this model and installation when ordering.
Routine care
Keep water-softener salt in the cabinet and check the level regularly. The salt should remain above the water level. Checking every two to four weeks is a useful starting routine; adjust it to your home's water use and hardness. FilterCY recommends annual maintenance, including checking the settings and inspecting the control valve.
FAQ
Will this softener remove existing limescale?
It reduces hardness in incoming water and helps prevent new deposits. Existing scale may still require cleaning.
Is the Core 150 suitable for my home?
It is intended for smaller households of up to four people and one bathroom. Suitability depends on measured hardness, water pressure and simultaneous demand.
Will it fit under my sink?
That depends on the available height, plumbing, drain position and maintenance access. Check the actual dimensions of the CI version and measure the installation space first.
Does it also filter drinking water?
It reduces hardness by exchanging calcium and magnesium for sodium. It does not disinfect water or remove every dissolved contaminant; choose any additional drinking-water filter based on a water assessment.
How often should I add salt?
That depends on incoming hardness and water use. Check the salt level every two to four weeks initially, then adjust the routine.
What does installation require?
A suitable incoming water connection, drain, power outlet and sufficient access for maintenance.
