I probably made no more than 200 gal of clean water. and already have to replace, is this normal? tds is ~50ppm here in nyc. a

If you live in the NYC area, you will need a special pre-filter prior to using the RO Buddie. This is because of the high sediment in the water. Please refer to the Amazon product page for the RO Buddie for information about NYC water. You can also contact Aquatic Life Customer Support directly for help in obtaining the prefilter.

How do I know when the cartridge is used up? Lost track of gallonage, and running through multiple other filters still puts out sub 10 tds. Any ideas?

I agree with JBonilla, just test the water from time to time. The cartridge docs suggest 3,000 gallons of water, but that will vary depending on your initial water quailty. I test mine occasionally (once a month) but change them every 6 months just for good measure.

I live in nyc and had to change filter after only 150 gallons, is this normal?

I would say normally no, but it depends on just how high your water TDS is, I live in a suburb of Chicago and our city water has a TDS of around 370 ppm and my filers are still working fine, and I have probably made way over 1,000 gals. Of RO water, unless you know your waters TDS actually no one can answer your question, I'd say go on line and buy a digital TDS meter and check your water if it's way above 370 , then yes replacing your filter after 150 gal could be normal. I hope this helps you.

Is the operating life 3000 gallons of “good” water (after the RO membrane) or 3000 gallons of water through just this filter?

3000 gallons total thru the RO unit, yet if your source water is high in sediment/particulates then the usable life will be much less. Some cities like NYC that have very old municipal water systems have very high levels of sediment, and the cartridges will need to be replaced more often.

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Aquatic Life RO Buddie Sediment Cartridge by Aquatic Life

Aquatic Life RO Buddie Sediment Cartridge by Aquatic Life

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Material
ステンレス鋼
Item Weight
16 g
External Testing Certification
NSF
Brand
AquaticLife
UPC
015568925276

💧Up to 3000 gallons filtration

🔄Dual connection ports

⚙️Single-unit easy install

Description

💧 Elevate your hydration game with sediment-free clarity!

SPACE SMART DESIGN - Slim profile (25.4 x 5.2 x 4.6 cm) fits perfectly in tight filtration setups.
EFFORTLESS INTEGRATION - Compact white cylinder with dual connection ports for seamless installation in any RO system.
MAINTENANCE MADE SIMPLE - Lightweight and durable stainless steel construction means hassle-free upkeep.
LONG LASTING PERFORMANCE - Filters up to 3000 gallons, ensuring extended use without frequent replacements.
PURE WATER NO COMPROMISE - Effectively removes sediment and particulate matter for crystal-clear tap water.

The Aquatic Life RO Buddie Sediment Cartridge is a compact, single-unit filter designed to remove sediment and particulate matter from tap water. With a durable stainless steel build and dual connection ports, it offers easy installation and reliable filtration for up to 3000 gallons, making it an essential upgrade for any reverse osmosis system.

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Model Number	330249
Package Dimensions	25.4 x 5.2 x 4.6 cm
Material	ステンレス鋼
Package Weight	0.16 Kilograms
Batteries Required	No
Batteries Included	No
Brand Name	AquaticLife
Item Weight	16 g

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