Principle of Operation

Suprion employs a unique form of electrolytic action. In a "standard" electrolytic action system the water passing through the device functions as the electrolyte in a voltaic cell, contacting at least two electrodes having different electrochemical potentials. Suprion is unique in that there is no contact between the water and electrodes. The electrolytic action is mediated by an electrostatic field generated by the flow of water through the device mediates the electrolytic action; optimum field generation is made possible by a specially-formed, tough, temperature-resistant plastic pipe through which the water flows.

Friction between the water and inner surface of the pipe generates an electrostatic charge around the outer surface of the pipe. The Suprion electrode assembly is immersed in this outer field, which performs essentially the same function as the liquid electrolyte in a standard system. The "positive" electrode element absorbs free electrons from around the electrode. The "negative" electrode element, on the other hand, releases electrons into the field. The very high potential difference between the electrodes results in a narrowly-focused, high-density secondary field in the form of an electrostatic "curtain" through which the water must pass.

In solution, calcium, magnesium and other mineral salts are partly ionised and therefore subject to influence by electromagnetic and electrostatic energy. Suprion's focussed secondary electrostatic field causes increased ionisation of the soluble content of the water, thereby minimising precipitation and reducing scaling.

Physical Construction

Since Suprion features a unique isolated outer-electrode design (patented world wide), there are no electrodes or other components to restrict flow or cause turbulence. In fact, the flow path through a Suprion unit is a straight through pipe. The Suprion model number identifies the full bore of the unit: e.g. the JS-100 has a 1” bore, and the JS-400 has a 4” bore. The primary field-generating inner plastic pipe has been carefully designed to withstand the specified working pressure (normally 10kg/cm). The electrode and plastic pipe assembly is hermetically sealed within an outer metal body.