AFWFilters 5600SXT 48,000 Grain Water Softener and Carbon Filter
- 48,000 grain softener, 1.5 cu ft of 10% resin
- 1.5 cu ft backwashing carbon filter
- Fleck 5600SXT digital metered, regenerates by water usage
- City water or well water free of iron, hydrogen sulfide and bacteria
- NSF external testing certification
- 5 year control head and **10 year** tank warranty
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A two-part treatment package: a metered Fleck softener plus a backwashing carbon filter for city water or clean well water. Brine tank and flow rate details are not listed.
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ASIN: B088DMT777Model: 5600SXT
Overview
A metered Fleck 5600SXT control head tracks water use and starts regeneration of the resin tank as needed, while a second tank with a backwashing activated carbon filter handles tastes and odors. The pair is sold together for city water or iron-free well water.
The reason to buy it is a complete softening and carbon filtering pair on Fleck valves with long tank and head warranties. The limitation is the water type: well water with iron, hydrogen sulfide or bacteria is outside what this package is described to treat.
Who it's for
Homeowners fitting whole-house treatment for hard city water or clean well water get hardness control and taste and odor reduction in one package. Households with iron, sulfur or bacteria in the supply need other treatment first, and anyone short on floor space or plumbing experience should plan the install before ordering.
Pros and cons
- Metered regeneration follows actual water use
- Backwashing carbon filter included
- NSF external testing certification
- Long tank and valve warranties
- Not for iron, sulfur or bacteria in water
- Brine tank and flow rate not listed
- Heavy, tall unit needs space and handling
Performance notes
The resin bed softens the water, and regeneration is triggered by water used rather than by a clock, which improves efficiency. The backwashing carbon bed reduces particulates, tastes, odors and chemicals, and cleans itself by reversing flow. Hardness of the incoming water determines how long the softener runs between regenerations.
Specifications
| Brand | AFWFilters |
|---|---|
| Model | 5600SXT |
Frequently asked questions
Can the AFWFilters 5600SXT treat well water?
Only well water free of iron, hydrogen sulfide and bacteria, according to the listing.
Does the AFWFilters 5600SXT regenerate on a timer?
No. The softener is a digital metered Fleck 5600SXT that regenerates based on water usage.