PURETEC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM
Puretec RO270 Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System
The Puretec RO270 Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System, model RO270-LF, is an under-sink drinking water system designed for homes wanting a finer level of drinking water treatment than a standard carbon filter.
Puretec lists the RO270 as reducing fluoride, PFAS, heavy metals, salts, nitrate, chlorine, taste, odour, bacteria, viruses, cysts and other impurities through an ultra-fine reverse osmosis process with a nominal 0.0005 micron membrane rating.
The system includes a 7L storage tank, a chrome designer faucet and a three-stage cartridge and membrane setup. Installed Today offers the RO270 as a supply-only system or with a supply and install option in selected Brisbane and Gold Coast service areas, where available.
Puretec RO270 at a glance:
the RO270-LF is an under-sink reverse osmosis drinking water system with a listed capacity of 270 litres per day, a 7L storage tank and dedicated chrome faucet. It is designed for customers wanting targeted reduction of fluoride, PFAS, heavy metals, salts, nitrate and other dissolved impurities from drinking water.
WHAT IT DOES
What Does the Puretec RO270 Do?
The Puretec RO270 uses reverse osmosis filtration to push water through an ultra-fine membrane. Water passes through the membrane while many dissolved impurities are rejected and flushed to drain.
This makes the RO270 different from a standard under-sink carbon filter. Carbon filtration is commonly used for chlorine, taste and odour improvement, while reverse osmosis is designed for a much finer level of treatment that can also target dissolved contaminants.
The filtered water is stored in the supplied 7L tank and delivered through the dedicated chrome drinking water faucet when required.
WHO IT SUITS
Who Is the Puretec RO270 Best For?
Homes Wanting Reverse Osmosis
A strong option for households specifically wanting an under-sink reverse osmosis system rather than a basic carbon drinking water filter.
Dedicated Drinking Water
Designed for filtered water at a separate kitchen drinking water faucet for drinking, cooking, kettles and similar point-of-use applications.
Finer Contaminant Reduction
Suited to customers specifically looking for reduction of contaminants Puretec lists for the RO270, including fluoride, PFAS, heavy metals, salts and nitrate.
WHO IT HELPS
What Problems Can the Puretec RO270 Help Address?
Fluoride & PFAS Concerns
Puretec lists the RO270 as being designed to reduce fluoride and PFAS from drinking water.
Dissolved Impurities
Reverse osmosis is designed for finer treatment of dissolved substances such as salts, nitrate and heavy metals.
Taste & Odour
The system also incorporates filtration stages intended to improve drinking water quality, including chlorine, taste and odour reduction.
PRODUCT AT A GLANCE
Puretec RO270 Key Details
270 L/day
Listed Capacity
7L
Storage Tank
0.0005 Micron
Nominal RO Membrane
3 Stage
Cartridge Setup
PRODUCT SUITABILITY
Is the Puretec RO270 Right for My Home?
A Good Choice If...
You want a dedicated reverse osmosis drinking water system, have suitable under-sink space and want finer treatment than a standard carbon-only filter.
Consider Another Option If...
You mainly want chlorine, taste or odour improvement and prefer a simpler filter without a storage tank or reverse osmosis drain connection.
Check Before Ordering
Confirm water pressure, water quality, tank space, cartridge access, drain access, tap position, tap hole requirements and bench material.
DRINKING WATER APPLICATION
What Is the Puretec RO270 Designed to Supply?
The RO270 is a point-of-use drinking water system. It is designed to supply filtered water through its dedicated faucet rather than treat every outlet throughout the home.
- Drinking water
- Cooking water
- Kettle filling
- Coffee and tea preparation
- Dedicated kitchen filtered water
- General point-of-use drinking water applications
The RO270 is not a whole-house filtration system.
HOW IT WORKS
How Does the Puretec RO270 Work?
1. Water Enters the System
Cold mains water enters the under-sink filtration system and passes through the pre-filtration stages.
2. Reverse Osmosis Treatment
Water is forced through the ultra-fine reverse osmosis membrane, which separates treated water from rejected impurities.
3. Filtered Water Is Stored
Treated water is held in the supplied 7L storage tank and dispensed through the dedicated chrome faucet when required.
Reverse osmosis requires a drain connection.
Impurities rejected by the membrane are flushed to drain, so a suitable waste connection is part of the installation requirements.
KEY FEATURES
Key Features of the Puretec RO270
270 Litres Per Day
Puretec lists the RO270 with a production capacity of up to 270 litres per day for point-of-use drinking water filtration.
7L Storage Tank
The supplied storage tank keeps treated water available because reverse osmosis filtration operates more slowly than many standard inline filters.
Chrome Designer Faucet
The system includes a dedicated chrome faucet for dispensing filtered drinking water separately from the main kitchen tap.
Ultra-Fine RO Membrane
The reverse osmosis membrane has a listed nominal filtration rating of 0.0005 micron.
Three-Stage Setup
The system uses MC051 and CB951 cartridges together with the RET1812-75 reverse osmosis membrane.
Under-Sink Installation
The compact point-of-use format is intended for installation beneath the kitchen sink with service access for future cartridge replacement.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Puretec RO270 Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
Puretec |
| Product |
RO270 Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System |
| Model |
RO270-LF |
| System Type |
Under-sink reverse osmosis drinking water system |
| Listed Capacity |
270 litres per day |
| Storage Tank |
7L |
| Faucet |
Chrome designer faucet included |
| Membrane Rating |
Nominal 0.0005 micron |
| Stage 1 Cartridge |
MC051 |
| Stage 2 Cartridge |
CB951 |
| Stage 3 Membrane |
RET1812-75 |
| Operating Pressure |
300–870 kPa |
| Pressure Limiting Requirement |
Approved pressure limiting device required if pressure exceeds 500 kPa |
| Operating Temperature |
0–30°C, protect from freezing |
| Connection |
½" BSP / 15 mm |
| Maximum Inlet TDS |
2,000 mg/L |
| Maximum Hardness |
171 mg/L / 10 grain |
| Tap Hole |
13 mm diameter |
| Warranty |
3 years listed by Puretec: 1 year parts and labour plus 2 years parts only, subject to current terms |
FILTRATION PERFORMANCE
What Does Puretec List the RO270 as Reducing?
Puretec lists the RO270 as being designed to reduce a broad range of drinking water contaminants and water-quality concerns.
- Fluoride
- PFAS
- Heavy metals
- Salts
- Nitrate
- Chlorine
- Taste and odour
- Bacteria
- Viruses
- Cysts
The 0.0005 micron membrane rating is nominal. Product selection should be based on Puretec's specified performance and intended application rather than assuming absolute removal of every possible contaminant.
FLUORIDE, PFAS & DISSOLVED CONTAMINANTS
Why Choose Reverse Osmosis Instead of a Standard Carbon Filter?
A standard carbon drinking water filter is commonly selected to improve chlorine, taste and odour. The RO270 adds reverse osmosis membrane treatment for customers wanting a finer level of contaminant reduction.
This makes the system particularly relevant where the customer's filtration priorities include fluoride, PFAS, heavy metals, salts, nitrate or other dissolved impurities.
Reverse osmosis is not automatically the best option for every home. Customers mainly wanting simpler chlorine and taste improvement may prefer a standard under-sink carbon filtration system.
STORAGE TANK
Why Does the Puretec RO270 Use a 7L Tank?
Reverse osmosis membranes produce filtered water at a slower rate than many standard inline filters. The supplied 7L storage tank stores treated water so it is ready when the drinking water faucet is opened.
Tank position is an important part of installation planning. Available space can be affected by bins, drawers, waste pipes, dishwasher connections, existing filtration equipment and cabinet design.
Before ordering an installed system, check that there is enough space for both the filtration assembly and storage tank while still allowing reasonable access for future servicing.
DEDICATED FAUCET
Does the Puretec RO270 Include a Drinking Water Tap?
Yes. The RO270 includes a chrome designer faucet for dedicated filtered drinking water.
Puretec lists a 13 mm diameter tap hole requirement. If there is no suitable existing hole in the sink or benchtop, drilling may be required as part of the installation.
Check your benchtop before installation.
Stone, porcelain and other specialty surfaces may require different drilling methods, additional labour or specialist work.
WATER PRESSURE
What Water Pressure Does the Puretec RO270 Require?
The RO270 has a listed operating pressure range of 300–870 kPa.
Puretec notes that an approved pressure limiting device is required if the incoming pressure exceeds 500 kPa. Water pressure should therefore be checked as part of installation planning.
If pressure control is required, the additional pressure limiting device and installation work are not automatically assumed to be included in the product-only price.
WATER QUALITY LIMITS
What TDS and Hardness Limits Apply?
Maximum Inlet TDS
Puretec lists a maximum inlet total dissolved solids level of 2,000 mg/L.
Maximum Hardness
Puretec lists a maximum hardness level of 171 mg/L / 10 grain.
Non-standard water sources or water outside these limits may require testing, pre-treatment or a different filtration arrangement.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
What Is Required to Install the Puretec RO270?
The RO270 is installed under the sink and requires enough room for the filtration stages, membrane, storage tank, water connection, drainage and future service access.
- Suitable under-sink cabinet space
- Suitable cold water supply connection
- Water pressure within the required range
- Pressure limiting device where required
- Suitable drain connection
- Suitable position for the 7L storage tank
- Access for cartridge replacement
- Suitable faucet position
- 13 mm tap hole or ability to create one
- Suitable sink or benchtop material for installation
DRAIN CONNECTION
Why Does the Puretec RO270 Need a Drain Connection?
Reverse osmosis separates treated water from rejected impurities. The rejected water and impurities need to be flushed away, which means the RO270 requires a suitable drain connection.
The exact drain arrangement depends on the existing sink waste, dishwasher connections, cabinet configuration and plumbing layout.
Additional parts or labour may be required where the existing waste arrangement does not provide a suitable standard connection.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
What's Included With the Puretec RO270?
RO270-LF System
The Puretec under-sink reverse osmosis filtration system with its three-stage cartridge and membrane configuration.
7L Storage Tank
The included tank stores filtered reverse osmosis water ready for use at the dedicated drinking water faucet.
Chrome Faucet
A dedicated chrome designer drinking water faucet is included with the system.
SUPPLY OR INSTALL
Choose How You Want to Order the Puretec RO270
Supply Only
Choose the RO270 supply only if you already have a suitable installer arranged and only require the filtration system supplied.
Brisbane Installation
Supply and install options may be available in selected Brisbane service areas, subject to site suitability, service coverage and installation availability.
Gold Coast Installation
Supply and install options may be available in selected Gold Coast service areas, subject to site suitability, service coverage and installation availability.
SUPPLY ONLY
What Is Not Included With a Supply-Only RO270?
The supply-only product price is for the system itself. Installation and site-specific plumbing work are separate unless selected as part of an available installation package.
- Installation labour
- Tap hole drilling
- Drain connection changes
- Pressure limiting device installation
- Pipework alterations
- Cabinet modifications
- Existing filtration removal
- Specialist benchtop drilling
- Non-standard additional parts
- Future cartridge servicing
BRISBANE INSTALLATION
Puretec RO270 Supply & Installation Brisbane
Installed Today can offer the Puretec RO270 as a supplied-and-installed reverse osmosis system in selected Brisbane service areas, where available.
Before installation, the site should be checked for under-sink space, mains water connection, pressure, drain access, tap position, storage tank location, cartridge clearance and benchtop material.
Additional charges may apply where the installation requires pressure control, drain changes, tap drilling, cabinet changes, difficult access, removal of an existing system or non-standard plumbing work.
GOLD COAST INSTALLATION
Puretec RO270 Supply & Installation Gold Coast
Gold Coast customers may be able to order the Puretec RO270 with installation in selected service areas, subject to availability and site suitability.
The system can suit homes, apartments, townhouses and kitchen renovations where there is sufficient under-sink space for the RO system and tank, together with suitable access to cold water, drainage and a drinking water faucet position.
Final installation requirements depend on the existing plumbing layout, water pressure, sink configuration, bench material and accessibility.
THREE-STAGE FILTRATION
Puretec RO270 Replacement Cartridges
The Puretec RO270 uses a three-stage cartridge and membrane configuration:
Stage 1: MC051
Stage 2: CB951
Stage 3: RET1812-75 reverse osmosis membrane
Use the replacement cartridges specified for the RO270 and follow the current Puretec servicing guidance for cartridge and membrane replacement.
COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS
Puretec RO270 vs a Standard Under-Sink Carbon Filter
| Feature |
Puretec RO270 |
Standard Carbon Filter |
| Filtration Type |
Reverse osmosis plus pre-filtration |
Typically carbon-based filtration |
| Fluoride Reduction |
Puretec lists fluoride reduction |
Depends on the specific filter |
| PFAS Reduction |
Puretec lists PFAS reduction |
Depends on the specific filter |
| Dissolved Salts |
Designed for dissolved impurity reduction |
Typically not the primary purpose |
| Storage Tank |
7L tank included |
Often not required |
| Drain Connection |
Required |
Typically not required |
| Installation Complexity |
More installation requirements |
Generally simpler |
POINT OF USE VS WHOLE HOUSE
Puretec RO270 vs Whole-House Water Filtration
The RO270 treats water at one dedicated drinking water faucet. It is intended for drinking and cooking water rather than treating every tap and shower in the home.
A whole-house system treats water entering the property and may target sediment, chlorine, taste, odour or other water-quality issues depending on the filtration system selected.
Some households may use both approaches: whole-house filtration for general household water and reverse osmosis at the kitchen for dedicated drinking water.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Questions About the Puretec RO270
Can I Buy the Puretec RO270 Supply Only?
Yes. The RO270 can be purchased as a supply-only under-sink reverse osmosis system if you already have a suitable installer arranged.
Can Installed Today Install the Puretec RO270?
Supply and install options may be available in selected Brisbane and Gold Coast service areas, subject to service coverage, site suitability and installation availability.
Is Installation Included in the Product Price?
No. The product price is for the system unless an installed option is selected. Additional installation work and site-specific extras may also apply.
What Is the Puretec RO270 Model Number?
The model number listed for this system is RO270-LF.
What Does the Puretec RO270 Reduce?
Puretec lists the RO270 as reducing fluoride, PFAS, heavy metals, salts, nitrate, chlorine, taste, odour, bacteria, viruses, cysts and other contaminants.
What Is the Capacity of the RO270?
The listed capacity is 270 litres per day.
Does the RO270 Include a Storage Tank?
Yes. It includes a 7L storage tank.
Does the RO270 Include a Tap?
Yes. A chrome designer faucet is included for dedicated filtered drinking water.
What Is the RO270 Micron Rating?
The reverse osmosis membrane has a listed nominal rating of 0.0005 micron.
What Water Pressure Does It Need?
The listed operating range is 300–870 kPa. Puretec notes that an approved pressure limiting device is required if pressure exceeds 500 kPa.
What Temperature Range Does It Suit?
The listed operating temperature range is 0–30°C, and the system should be protected from freezing.
What Connection Size Does It Use?
The listed connection is ½-inch BSP / 15 mm.
What Tap Hole Size Is Required?
Puretec lists a 13 mm diameter tap hole.
What Is the Maximum Inlet TDS?
The listed maximum inlet TDS is 2,000 mg/L.
What Is the Maximum Hardness?
The listed maximum hardness is 171 mg/L / 10 grain.
What Replacement Cartridges Does the RO270 Use?
The system uses MC051 for stage 1, CB951 for stage 2 and RET1812-75 for the reverse osmosis membrane stage.
Does Reverse Osmosis Send Water to Drain?
Yes. Rejected impurities are flushed to drain, so the installation requires a suitable drain connection.
Is the Puretec RO270 a Whole-House Filter?
No. It is an under-sink point-of-use drinking water system supplying a dedicated filtered water faucet.
Can the RO270 Be Used With Rainwater or Bore Water?
Suitability for non-standard water supplies depends on water quality, TDS, hardness, pressure and microbiological conditions. Testing or additional treatment may be required before selecting the system.
How Often Do the Cartridges Need Replacing?
Replacement timing depends on water quality and usage. Follow the current Puretec servicing guidance and use the replacement cartridges specified for the RO270.
WARRANTY & MAINTENANCE
Puretec RO270 Warranty and Maintenance
The supplied product information lists a 3 year Puretec warranty, consisting of 1 year parts and labour plus a further 2 years parts only, subject to current warranty terms.
The system requires ongoing servicing and replacement of the filtration cartridges and reverse osmosis membrane as appropriate for water quality and usage.
Using the correct replacement cartridges and keeping the installation accessible for future servicing are important considerations when choosing the under-sink position.
WHY INSTALLED TODAY
Why Order the Puretec RO270 From Installed Today?
Supply-Only Option
Order the RO270 system if you already have a suitable installer arranged and simply require the product.
Installation Options
Selected Brisbane and Gold Coast customers may be able to choose a supplied-and-installed package where available.
Clear Installation Extras
Site-specific requirements such as pressure control, tap drilling, drain changes and non-standard plumbing can be identified separately from the system price.
FINAL CHECK
Is the Puretec RO270 Right for You?
The Puretec RO270 is primarily suited to customers wanting a dedicated under-sink reverse osmosis drinking water system with a storage tank, dedicated faucet and finer treatment than a standard carbon-only filter.
Its main strengths are its 270 litre per day listed capacity, 7L storage tank, nominal 0.0005 micron membrane and Puretec-listed reduction of contaminants including fluoride, PFAS, heavy metals, salts and nitrate.
Before ordering, confirm that your kitchen has suitable under-sink space, water pressure, drainage access and a suitable faucet installation point. Choose supply only if you already have an installer arranged, or check the available Brisbane and Gold Coast installation options where applicable.
