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AlkaFresh™ MiniMAX

AlkaFresh™ MiniMax

AlkaFresh™ MiniMax

The Life Ionizer 5100 is one of the most efficient five (5) plate machine that we tested. This is in part due to the use of the advanced SMPS (switch mode) power system that replaces the old-fashioned transformer. The 2011 model has advanced electronics, large dual internal filters and large titanium plates that are double-dipped in platinum. The 5100 offers both flat and true MESH plates, it proved to be capable and was able to reach good pH levels as well as consistently low negative ORP readings for a five (5) plate machine. The Life Ionizer 5100 is reasonably priced at $1997 although it has a current introduction price of $1597. Each LIFE machine includes a free water report and comes with a custom pre-filter configured to be effective for the water in the area the machine is to be used. For people in hard water areas, filter configuration proves very helpful to reduce calcium build up as well as reducing contaminants. LIFE also is the only company with Vitamin C Ceramic Block Technology™ in their internal filters which reduces chlorine and chloramines (chlorine + ammonia) that are found in most municipal water sources. LIFE Ionizers provides a seven (7) year warranty on all parts and full coverage on labor. The many features of the Life 5100 make it an outstanding value in five (5) plate ionizer technology.

Pros Cons
  • 5 Plates
  • Small footprint for small kitchens
  • Only ionizers certified “Lead Free” by WQA for NSF/ANSI
  • Flat and MESH Plates Available
  • SMPS Power Supply
  • Powerful (200+ Watts)
  • Custom 3 Stage Filtration
  • UV Disinfecting Light
  • 7 Year Warranty
  • Hard Water Adjustments
  • Slightly Slower Flow Due to Multiple Filters
  • Only 2 Color Choices
  • Must use vitamin solution to reach below 4.0 pH

Specifications

Price $1,997 with a introduction price of $1597
Ionizer Type Counter-top
Installation Uses a diverter to attach to the faucet, with under-counter conversion kit available
Alkaline Levels 4 levels
Acidic Levels 2 levels
pH Range 4.0 to 10+ (will vary on source water & use of Life Acid Supplement)
ORP Range Up to -813 (depending on water source)
Filter Count 2 interior filters / 1 external pre-filter
Filter Life 1500+ gallons with pre-filters
Hard Water Adjust Amperage adjustments available
Plate Material Titanium double-dipped in platinum
Plate Quantity 7 Plates (Flat or MESH)
Power Type SMPS
Power Wattage 200+ Watts
Purified Setting Yes
UV Light System Yes
Model Updated 2010
Trial Period 60 days, 15% restocking fee
Warranty Seven (7) year warranty on all parts including the Titanium plates double dipped in Platinum, and a full seven years on labor- call for details.

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One Response to “AlkaFresh™ MiniMAX”

  1. They told me I was the eighth person to buy one of these compact models. I tried it out and it worked fine and is was compact. I bought it to take on trips with me because it fits in my suitcase. I have to have my ionized water and my other ionizer is built into my kitchen.
    Cheers
    Henry

    Posted by Henry | August 19, 2010, 7:56 am

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