{"product_id":"excalibur-chlor-a-soft-water-treatment","title":"Excalibur Chlor-A-Soft Whole Home Water Treatment System","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA dual-purpose whole-home water treatment system that delivers soft water while filtering out municipal chlorine and chemical contaminants.\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured in Barrie, Ontario by Excalibur Water Systems, the Chlor-A-Soft™ Series solves the two most common problems in Canadian city water: limescale hardness and chlorine disinfection byproducts. By blending high-capacity ion-exchange softening resin with premium catalytic activated carbon media in a single high-efficiency tank, it softens water for your plumbing and appliances while removing chlorine, chloramines, volatile organic chemicals (VOCs), and unpleasant chemical tastes and odours from every tap in your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-action softening and carbon filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e — combines premium softening resin and catalytic activated carbon in one tank to eliminate hardness scale while neutralizing chlorine and municipal chemical additives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn-demand metered regeneration\u003c\/strong\u003e — computerized electronic control valve tracks household water consumption and initiates regeneration cycles only when the media bed requires cleaning, conserving water and salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChlorine and chloramine reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e — catalytic carbon layer adsorbs chlorine, chloramines, trihalomethanes (THMs), and volatile organic compounds to improve drinking water taste and protect skin and hair from drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-flow distribution valve\u003c\/strong\u003e — engineered with large internal ports to deliver robust water volume with minimal pressure loss across multiple simultaneous showers and fixtures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower-loss memory protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — integrated capacitor power cell preserves time-of-day clock and programmed regeneration settings through electrical power disruptions without battery replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty chrome-jacketed tank\u003c\/strong\u003e — fiberglass composite mineral tank wrapped in a protective chrome outer jacket for corrosion resistance and a clean mechanical room aesthetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCapacity and sizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chlor-A-Soft system is engineered specifically for municipal water supplies and is available in three residential capacities based on home size and water demand:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30,000 Grain (EWS SPREF30)\u003c\/strong\u003e — recommended for 1 to 3 person households, condos, or townhomes with standard city water hardness and 1 to 2 bathrooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45,000 Grain (EWS SPREF45)\u003c\/strong\u003e — standard sizing for family homes with 3 to 5 occupants and 2 to 3.5 bathrooms, balancing softening reserve with high carbon contact time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60,000 Grain (EWS SPREF60)\u003c\/strong\u003e — high-demand capacity for large families, executive residences with 4+ bathrooms, or households with exceptionally high daily water usage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIntroducing the Excalibur Chlor-A-Soft® Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; border-radius: 12px; margin: 24px 0; background: #000; box-shadow: 0 4px 16px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n  \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/sfvTn-pPuMg?rel=0\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen title=\"Introducing the Chlor-A-Soft Series Water Softener Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcalibur Water Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChlor-A-Soft™ Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-in-one combination water softener and whole-home carbon filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCountry of manufacture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanada (Barrie, Ontario)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMunicipal \/ city tap water supplies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMedia type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-capacity ion-exchange softening resin and catalytic activated carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eContaminants addressed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater hardness (calcium, magnesium), chlorine, chloramines, THMs, VOCs, chemical taste and odour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIron removal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 5 ppm clear water iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eControl valve\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClack digital electronic metered demand downflow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eElectrical requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 V AC adapter (120 V AC, 60 Hz input)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMemory retention\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower-loss capacitor protective cell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating pressure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–110 psi (2.8–7.6 bar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.4–43.3 °C (40–110 °F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e30,000 Grain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e45,000 Grain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e60,000 Grain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEWS SPREF30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEWS SPREF45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEWS SPREF60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRated capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30,000 grains (30 kgr)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45,000 grains (45 kgr)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60,000 grains (60 kgr)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal media volume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.00 cu ft (28.3 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75 cu ft (49.6 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.59 cu ft (73.3 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eContinuous service flow\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0 GPM (15.1 L\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0 GPM (26.5 L\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.4 GPM (39.4 L\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePeak service flow\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.4 GPM (24.2 L\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.2 GPM (42.4 L\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.6 GPM (62.8 L\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrain flow control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.7 GPM (CLK V3162027)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 GPM (CLK V3162032)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 GPM (CLK V3162053)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInjector type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed (CLK V30101D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite (CLK V30101E)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow (CLK V30101G)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMineral tank size (Dia × H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 × 48 in (22.9 × 121.9 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 × 54 in (25.4 × 137.2 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 × 54 in (33.0 × 137.2 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrine tank size (Dia × H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 × 33 in (45.7 × 83.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 × 33 in (45.7 × 83.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 × 40 in (45.7 × 101.6 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFootprint (L × W × H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 × 18 × 57 in (68.6 × 45.7 × 144.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 × 20 × 63 in (71.1 × 50.8 × 160.0 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33 × 20 × 63 in (83.8 × 50.8 × 160.0 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCertifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWQA certified to NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 61, 44, and 372 standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMunicipal water focus: This system is specifically designed for chlorinated or chloraminated municipal water supplies. For unchlorinated private well water with high sulfur or manganese, consult an AVL specialist for dedicated filtration configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain water line connection: Install on the main cold water supply line after the water meter and before the water heater, ensuring an accessible location for the bypass valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClearance and drainage: Locate within 1.8 m (6 ft) of a 120 V electrical receptacle and near an approved drainage discharge (floor drain, laundry tub, or standpipe) maintaining an air gap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor hose bibbs: Where possible, isolate irrigation and exterior hose bibbs from softened water lines to conserve salt and treated water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt selection: High-purity compacted salt pellets or solar crystals are recommended. Potassium chloride may be used as an alternative regenerant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation: Plumbing connections must comply with provincial building and plumbing codes and should be completed by a licensed trade professional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequest a quote and we will confirm the right configuration, pricing and availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Chlor-A-Soft different from a standard water softener?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Chlor-A-Soft is a dual-media system featuring high-capacity softening resin paired with premium catalytic coconut-shell activated carbon. It simultaneously softens hard water and removes chlorine, chloramines, bad tastes, and chemical odors in a single tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is municipal chlorine removal beneficial for homeowners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eChlorine and chloramines added by municipal water treatment plants can dry out skin and hair, degrade plumbing rubber O-rings, and damage high-efficiency softening resin over time. Removing chlorine provides odorless, spring-quality water throughout the entire home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the metered control valve optimize regeneration cycles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe computerized digital control valve monitors actual water usage down to the liter and regenerates on-demand based on consumed capacity rather than a static timer, reducing salt and wastewater volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size household is this combination unit designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe system provides softening and chlorine filtration for households with 2 to 6 people with municipal flow rates up to 12 GPM (45 L\/min) without noticeable water pressure drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the activated carbon media need separate replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe high-grade catalytic carbon media has an extended service life of 5 to 7 years in typical residential municipal water conditions before media re-bedding is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat plumbing pipe diameter connects to the bypass valve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe unit includes a commercial-grade 1-inch full-port bypass valve with quick-connect union fittings that connect directly into 3\/4-inch or 1-inch copper or PEX plumbing lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat electrical supply is needed for the control valve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standard 120 V 60 Hz unswitched wall outlet powering the included low-voltage transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Chlor-A-Soft be installed in basements with floor drains?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Connect a 1\/2-inch drain line with an approved vacuum breaker\/air gap to an open basement floor drain or utility sink to discharge regeneration rinse water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the tank construction protect against condensation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dual-media resin tank features a polished chrome exterior jacket that protects against corrosion and limits exterior condensation sweating during humid Ontario summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should salt be checked in the brine tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the brine tank once per month and ensure salt pellets remain above the brine water level, adding high-purity solar or evaporated salt pellets as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/residential.excaliburwater.com\/?jet_download=709ad69cade5e556b39e2bf3e0f29eac65206682\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSpecification brochure — Excalibur Chlor-A-Soft Water Softener (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/residential.excaliburwater.com\/?jet_download=b29ce92e30c0a51a5b408885e04a5b956ad59daf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eInstallation and user guide — Excalibur Chlor-A-Soft Water Conditioner (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSpecifications from the Excalibur Chlor-A-Soft Series technical brochure and installation and user guide. Specifications are subject to change by the manufacturer. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/residential.excaliburwater.com\/?jet_download=709ad69cade5e556b39e2bf3e0f29eac65206682\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eView the Excalibur Chlor-A-Soft brochure (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Excalibur","offers":[{"title":"30,000 Grain","offer_id":53964395610406,"sku":"EWS SPREF30","price":1671.84,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45,000 Grain","offer_id":53964395643174,"sku":"EWS SPREF45","price":1781.13,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60,000 Grain","offer_id":53964395675942,"sku":"EWS SPREF60","price":2126.64,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/8521\/7830\/files\/excalibur_chlorasoft_hero_1500.jpg?v=1792991667","url":"https:\/\/avlshop.ca\/products\/excalibur-chlor-a-soft-water-treatment","provider":"AVL Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}