Ion Polarization System (IPS)
Effective prevention and reduction of existing scale with anti-corrosive effect
Ion Polarization System
IPS protects your pipes and all products through which water flows from limescale accumulation and keeps them in efficient operation. It does not require power, batteries, chemicals or filter replacement.
IPS uses a patented Turbulent Galvanic Polarization (TGP®) electrode system to disrupt the formation of scale crystals from water heaters, pipes, faucets, showers and all devices through which water flows, with a certified efficiency of up to 76%. In comparative tests, IPS was four times more effective than leading electronic descaling devices. IPS is easy to install and does not require maintenance, the expected service life is 10 years.
| Model | Effectiveness | Patented | NRL | Suitable for drinking water | Antibacterial | Connection | |
| IPS KalyxX RedLine |  |
76% |  |
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G 1/2" | G 3/4" | G 1" | G 5/4" | G 6/4" (female) |
| IPS KalyxX Blue Line |  |
76% | |
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G 1/2" | G 3/4" | G 1" | G 5/4" | G 6/4" (female) |
| IPS KalyxX Industry |  |
76% | |
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DN40 | DN50 | DN65 | DN80 | DN100 | DN125 | DN150 | DN6/4" | DN2" (flange) |
IPS Features
Technical data
Limescale issues
Water meeting high quality requirements for drinking, cooking and washing is one that has enough minerals. However, the amount of minerals also has an impact on the higher hardness of the water, which brings with it the deposition of scale in the drinking and service water distribution systems as well as in the end devices and accessories.
Limescale is a solid coating that is deposited on the walls of pipes, equipment and containers in which water is conducted and stored. The incidence of scale increases when using medium, hard and very hard water. The basic component of the scale is usually calcium carbonate (CaCO3). The formation of scale increases even more with increasing water temperature. The hardness of the water depends on the sum of the minerals contained. By heating, minerals are excreted above the state of saturation. Water dissolves CO2 and minerals cease to be soluble. The result is the so-called boiler stone.
| Where does limescale most often originate? |
| Drinking water distribution systems |
| Domestic hot water (ND) distribution systems including circulation circuits |
| Sanitary equipment |
| Heating and exchanger systems |
| Air conditioning |
| Household appliances and "white technology" |
| Impact of scale on water heaters |
| Lower flow, efficiency |
| Slower heating |
| Damage to heating elements |
| Pressure reduction |
| Shorter service life |
| More frequent and expensive service |
Effect of scale formation on consumption
In a water heating device, limescale grows exponentially with increasing temperature. With an annual flow of water with an average hardness supplied by water companies, limescale grows to about 1 mm per year. At the same time, a 3 mm layer of scale reduces the efficiency of thermal devices by 20%. An equally thick layer on the spiral of an electric boiler needs up to a fifth more electricity to heat water.
If the daily consumption is 80 liters, the electricity needed to heat the water in an 80-liter boiler is 2 kWh, and the heating time is 2.5 hours. Daily electricity consumption is 5 kWh, provided that the spirals are not covered with limestone. This means that the monthly electricity consumption is 150 kW. However, if there is a 3 mm layer of scale on the heating spiral, the monthly consumption will increase to 180 kW.
Spiral of the instantaneous heater – after 6 months without water treatment (top), new (bottom).
| How can I influence limescale formation? |
| Mechanical methods – limescale abrasion |
| Chemical methods – dissolution by suitable chemicals, acids (e.g. citric acid, hydrochloric acid, etc.) |
| Physical methods – magnetic treatment, galvanic treatment (+ in case of IPS something extra) |
| Impacts of scale in the home |
| Reducing the service life of water distribution systems and equipment, including end devices (washing machine, dishwasher, etc.) |
| Reducing efficiency |
| Increase in operating and maintenance costs |
What is the essence of physical water treatment?
The essence can be simply explained as the deformation of the crystalline lattice of calcium carbonate CaCO3. Salts are present in water in the form of both positive and negative ions. Thus, they can be affected by force fields. Galvanic or magnetic. And such action can distort the crystalline grid. Minerals treated in this way lose the ability to form scale.
Why buy IPS?
- Turns hard calcite into soft aragonite.
- Works with any type of water heater.
- Eliminates the need to remove scale from the tank
heaters. - Does not limit the pressure of water in the home.
- Easy to install and maintenance-free.
- It connects directly to copper, CPVC or PVC pipes.
- It protects your home from the negative effects of scale.
- Easily adapts to PEX and other types of pipes.
- Environmentally friendly and chemical-free.
- It does not require any power source.
- Certified for long-term contact with drinking water.
FAQ
What is the difference between BlueLine and RedLine?Both work the same. Unlike RedLine, BlueLine has silver electrodes inside that provide an antibacterial effect (reducing e-coli) by up to 40%. |
How can I measure the effectiveness of IPS?Because IPS doesn't make water softer and adds anything to the water, it's very hard to measure anything. There are special official tests where you measure the amount of scale on heating elements from water heaters and compare it with untreated water. These tests last at least 3 weeks. We have done them many times and IAPMO tests have proven that our products are up to 76% effective. |
How long does calcite turn into aragonite?Very much depends on the type of water, but in general it takes 2-3 days. |
If I install two IPS on one pipe, will the effect increase?Yes, the effect will be better. We know from our tests that the efficiency will increase by a few percent, so it will be around 80-90%. |
What is the IPS guarantee?This varies greatly from country to country. For example, our customer in the USA provides a 12-year warranty. We are sure that our IPS will work without maintenance for at least 10 years. |
Which filter should be used together with IPS?Just a standard particulate removal filter with a cartridge of 50 to 10 microns. |
Product variants
IPS KalyxX RedLine
| Model | RedLine 1/2" | RedLine 3/4" | Redline 1" |
| Connection | G 1/2" (female) | G 3/4" (female) | G 1" (female) |
| Diameter (mm) | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Length (mm) | 245 | 245 | 251 |
| Weight (g) | 910 | 890 | 930 |
| Max. pressure (Bar/MPa) | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 |
| Max. flow rate (m3/hour) | 1 | 3,2 | 4 |
| Pressure at max. flow rate (mBar/Pa) | 0,4416 / 44,16 | 4,38 / 437,78 | 6,92 / 692,03 |
In the table we present the basic models. A complete range of models (RedLine 1/2", 3/4", 1", 5/4" and 6/4") can be found in our eshop.
| Reduces limescale formation on water mains (pipes, valves, taps, shower heads, household water heaters) – 76% efficiency. |
| New patented TGP technology – Turbulent galvanic polarization – NO CHEMICALS, NO EXTERNAL ENERGY. |
| Suitable for cold (drinking) water and hot water |
| NRL certificate for direct permanent contact with drinking water. |
| Health product – each part of IPS is made of a material suitable for contact with drinking water. |
| Safe product – proven hydraulic properties. |
| TUS protocol on pressure drop, pressure resistance and strength |
| Durable body (stainless steel 1.4301) and internal parts – expected service life of 10 years. |
IPS KalyxX BlueLine (antibacterial)
| Model | BlueLine 1/2" | BlueLine 3/4" | BlueLine 1" |
| Connection | G 1/2" (female) | G 3/4" (female) | G 1" (female) |
| Diameter (mm) | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Length (mm) | 245 | 245 | 251 |
| Weight (g) | 910 | 890 | 930 |
| Max pressure (Bar/MPa) | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 |
| Max. flow rate (m3/hour) | 1 | 3,2 | 4 |
| Pressure at max. flow rate (mBar/Pa) | 0,4405 / 43,05 | 4,29 / 429,08 | 6,68 / 668,76 |
In the table we present the basic models. A complete range of models (BlueLine 1/2", 3/4", 1", 5/4" and 6/4") can be found in our eshop.
| Reduces limescale formation on water mains (pipes, valves, taps, shower heads, household water heaters) – 76% efficiency. |
| New patented TGP technology – Turbulent galvanic polarization – NO CHEMICALS, NO EXTERNAL ENERGY. |
| Suitable for cold (drinking) water |
| NRL certificate for direct permanent contact with drinking water. |
| Health product – each part of IPS is made of a material suitable for contact with drinking water. |
| Safe product – proven hydraulic properties |
| TUS protocol on pressure drop, pressure resistance and strength. |
| Durable body (stainless steel 1.4301) and internal parts – expected service life of 10 years. |
| Inside silver-plated components to prevent the growth of bacteria. |
IPS Industry
The use of IPS Industry is effective and suitable in any running water operation – washing lines, restaurants, canteens, bakeries, laundry, hairdressers, dry cleaners, swimming pools, dairies, breweries, distilleries, horticulture, irrigation systems and more. It also works reliably in heat exchangers, water systems, boilers, condensers, generators, heating systems, compressor rooms, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
- Solutions for apartment buildings and buildings with higher hourly flow.
- Suitable for direct circuit of the water-water heat pump with high output, for stabilizing the wastewater treatment plant at the values guaranteed by the manufacturer.
- Installation at the entrance to the building.
- Cold water supply pipes for central heating at transfer stations and boiler rooms.
- Prevents limescale build-up in plate heat exchangers.
- Stabilization of spot corrosion of accumulation heaters.
| Model | TGP DN40 | TGP DN50 | TGP DN65 | TGP DN80 | TGP DN100 | TGP DN125 | TGP DN150 | TGP 6/4" | TGP 2″ |
| Connection | flange | flange | flange | flange | flange | flange | flange | flange | flange |
| Width (mm) | 150 | 165 | 185 | 200 | 220 | 250 | 285 | 114 | 114 |
| Length (mm) | 530 | 656 | 590 | 607 | 800 | 955 | 520 | 506 | 640 |
| Weight (kg) | 8,3 | 11 | 15,3 | 19,5 | 32 | 48,5 | 35 | 4,9 | 5,7 |
| Max. flow rate (m3/hour) | 8 | 12 | 16 | 24 | 36 | 54 | 100 | 8 | 12 |
How does IPS work?
IPS effectively prevents solid sediment formation and corrosion in cold and hot water distribution systems. It is a flow body with internally located turbine-shaped electrodes made of two different electrically conductive materials. The design of the electrodes is protected by a patent (TGP® – Turbulent Galvanic Polarization) and creates a swirling flow of water that causes a change in the structure of the minerals. See how IPS works.
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