Size Your System by the Main Water Line Size

Most plumbing codes dictate that the pipe diameter to the softener cannot be smaller than the pipe diameter throughout the home.

Flow Rate at
Water Pressure 48,000 grain (3/4" line) 70,000 grain (1" line) 90,000 grain (1 1/4" line)
35 psi 12.1 15.6 18.0
45 psi 14.3 20.0 21.5
55 psi 15.7 21.5 22.2
65 psi 17.4 21.5 17.4
75 psi 19.5 23.0 19.5
85 psi 22.0 25.0 22.0