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Puretec RO270 Food Service System Dedicated Outlet Reverse Osmosis Filter System | Supply+Install | LIFETIME WARRANTY

Quick Specs & Benefits See what this filter targets and how it helps

Quality Category: Premium
Warranty: Comprehensive 3 Year
NSF/ANSI Certified: Yes

What This Filter Helps With

Sediment & Visible Particles The product data lists particles such as dirt, sand, silt, rust or sediment. The particulate stage helps capture these suspended solids before they travel through taps and appliances.

Chlorine, Taste & Odour This model is listed to help reduce chlorine and/or related taste and odour concerns, helping improve the everyday taste and smell of water throughout the home.

PFAS PFAS reduction is listed in this model's contaminant data. This means the filter is intended to reduce PFAS in the water; it should not be read as a guarantee of 100% removal.

VOCs, Pesticides & Other Organic Chemicals The product data lists reduction of one or more organic chemical groups such as VOCs, pesticides, herbicides, solvents or pharmaceuticals. Exact performance depends on the filter media and the individual contaminant.

Listed Metals One or more metals such as lead, mercury, copper, arsenic or chromium are included in this model's contaminant data. Refer to the product certification or specification for the exact reduction claim for each metal.

Cysts / Microbiological Contaminants This model's data lists one or more cysts or microorganisms for reduction. This does not automatically mean the system disinfects water unless UV or another disinfection stage is specifically stated for the product.

View the full contaminant list for this model

Dirt, Sand, Silt, Rust, Sediment, Microplastics, Chlorine, Chloramine, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), Pesticides, Herbicides, Industrial Solvents, Pharmaceuticals, Chlorine taste & odor, Organic smells, Sulfur compounds (reducing rotten egg smell), Lead, Mercury, Copper, Arsenic compounds, Chromium 6, Trihalomethanes (THMs), Haloacetic acids (HAAs), Giardia cysts, Cryptosporidium, Bacteria, Viruses, Fluoride, Nitrates, Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Hard water minerals, and PFAS

"Helps reduce" or "removes" should be read according to the manufacturer's tested specification for the selected model and cartridge. Reduction does not necessarily mean 100% removal.

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PURETEC FOOD SERVICE REVERSE OSMOSIS INSTALLATION

Puretec CO-RO270 Installation Brisbane & Gold Coast

JR Gas & Water supplies and professionally installs the Puretec CO-RO270 reverse osmosis system across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Logan and surrounding eligible service areas.

The CO-RO270 is designed as a higher-capacity point-of-use reverse osmosis system for applications where purified water quality matters and a conventional small drinking-water filter is not enough.

Puretec's current product information describes the CO-RO270 as a food-service reverse osmosis system with a 16-litre pressure storage tank and stand-frame arrangement. The base CO-RO270 uses incoming mains pressure and does not include the booster pump fitted to the CO-RO270P variants.

It can suit food-service equipment, specialty water applications and selected residential installations where the available space, water pressure, drain connection and expected purified-water demand match the system.

Puretec CO-RO270 quick answer: the CO-RO270 is a tank-style reverse osmosis system with a 16L pressure tank, stand frame and a current Puretec maximum-flow guide of approximately 270L per day. It operates from cold mains water at approximately 300–520kPa and uses sediment filtration, carbon filtration, an RO membrane and final mineralising treatment. A suitable cold-water supply, reject-water drain and serviceable installation position are required.

Puretec CO-RO270 at a Glance

Maximum Flow Guide

270 L/DAY

Puretec's current 2026 user guide publishes a maximum flow of approximately 270 litres per day.

Storage Tank

16 L

The CO-RO270 uses Puretec's CO-T4.2 pressure-storage tank with 16L nominal tank capacity.

Operating Pressure

300–520 kPa

Incoming cold-water pressure needs to remain within Puretec's published operating range.

Booster Pump

NOT INCLUDED

The base CO-RO270 does not include the RA-P100 booster pump used on the CO-RO270P variants.

Who Is the Puretec CO-RO270 For?

Food Service Applications

Puretec specifically positions the CO-RO270 Series as a food-service reverse osmosis system for applications needing treated water supplied to suitable equipment.

High-Purity Water Requirements

Suitable where reverse osmosis treatment is specifically required rather than only sediment, taste, odour and chlorine filtration.

Tank-Style RO Users

A practical fit where the installation can accommodate the separate 16L pressure tank and the stored-water arrangement suits the expected demand.

PRODUCT SUITABILITY

Is the Puretec CO-RO270 Right for My Home or Site?

A Good Choice If...

You specifically need reverse osmosis treatment, have suitable cold mains pressure, can accommodate the filter assembly and 16L tank, and have a practical reject-water drain connection.

Consider Another System If...

Your main goal is only taste and chlorine improvement, you need much higher continuous purified-water output, or the available pressure and space do not suit this tank-style system.

JR Should Check First If...

Incoming pressure is uncertain, the water source is not normal mains supply, hardness is elevated, cupboard access is restricted or the system is being connected to specialist food-service equipment.

How Does the Puretec CO-RO270 Work?

Sediment filtration protects the system: incoming cold mains water first passes through the PX051 sediment cartridge, which helps remove suspended material before the water reaches later stages.

Carbon treatment conditions the water: the CB101 cartridge provides chemical, chlorine, taste and odour treatment before the reverse osmosis stage.

The RO membrane performs the main separation: Puretec's RET1812-75 semi-permeable membrane uses water pressure to separate product water from a concentrated reject-water stream.

Product water is stored: purified water enters the 16L pressure tank so a stored reserve is available for the connected outlet or equipment.

Final treatment occurs before use: the system includes Puretec's IL146 inline mineraliser as part of the treated water pathway.

What Does Reverse Osmosis Reduce?

Puretec markets the CO-RO270 Series as an ultra-fine reverse osmosis system designed to reduce a broad range of dissolved impurities, salts, metals, fluoride, chloride, taste, odour and other substances.

Puretec's current 2026 user guide also publishes specific substance-reduction classifications for particulate reduction, taste/odour/chlorine reduction and Cryptosporidium and Giardia cyst removal.

Particulate Reduction

75%+

Puretec's current guide lists Class III particulate reduction as passing at 75% or more.

Taste, Odour & Chlorine

75%+

Puretec's current guide lists Class IV taste, odour and chlorine reduction as passing at 75% or more.

Giardia & Cryptosporidium Cysts

99.9%+

Puretec's current guide lists Class IIc cyst removal as passing at 99.9% or more.

Reduction claims should be read according to Puretec's current tested specification and operating conditions. Reduction does not mean every substance is removed completely under every water condition.

16L Storage Tank & Stored-Water Operation

The base CO-RO270 includes Puretec's CO-T4.2 pressure-storage tank with a nominal 16-litre capacity.

The tank stores treated water because reverse osmosis membrane production is slower than normal mains-water flow at a tap or food-service outlet.

Puretec advises that the tank can initially take approximately three to four hours to fill, depending on incoming water pressure, temperature and water conditions.

When tank pressure rises sufficiently, the system's automatic shut-off valve stops incoming water and reject-water flow until treated water is drawn and the tank requires replenishment.

Reject Water & Drain Connection

Reverse osmosis produces both treated product water and a reject-water stream. The reject stream carries concentrated material away from the membrane and must be connected to an appropriate drain.

Puretec's current installation procedure specifies a drain clamp positioned above the waste trap, with the reject-water tube connected to that drain point.

This means the CO-RO270 cannot be treated like a simple inline carbon filter. Suitable drain access forms part of the installation requirements.

Key Puretec CO-RO270 Features

0.0005-Micron Nominal Rating

Puretec's published specification lists an ultra-fine nominal membrane rating of 0.0005 micron.

16L Pressure Tank

Provides stored purified water for applications where instantaneous membrane production alone would not meet outlet demand.

Stand Frame

The CO-RO270 Series includes a stand frame to support the filter housings and treatment components.

Integrated Shut-Off

The automatic shut-off arrangement stops feed and reject-water flow once the pressure tank reaches operating pressure.

Inline Mineraliser

Puretec's parts list includes the IL146 inline mineraliser in the CO-RO270 treatment configuration.

No Booster Pump on Base Model

The RA-P100 booster pump is reserved for the CO-RO270P models and is not included with the base CO-RO270.

Puretec CO-RO270 Specifications

Specification	Puretec CO-RO270
Product Type	Food-service reverse osmosis system
Current Product Family	CO-RO270 Series
Current Puretec Retail Listing	CO-RO270-LF
Water Source	Cold potable mains water
Maximum Current Flow Guide	Approximately 270L/day in Puretec's 2026 user guide
Nominal Micron Rating	0.0005 micron
Operating Pressure	300–520kPa
Operating Temperature	0–30°C, protected from freezing
Inlet TDS	50–2,000mg/L
Published Inlet Hardness Range	0–171mg/L / 0–10 grain
Published Silt Density Index Range	0–5 as stated in Puretec's current guide
Storage Tank	Puretec CO-T4.2
Nominal Storage Tank Capacity	16L
Ideal Empty Tank Pressure	Approximately 34–48kPa / 5–7psi
Booster Pump	Not included on base CO-RO270
Booster Pump Models	RA-P100 used on applicable CO-RO270P variants
Sediment Cartridge	PX051
Chemical / Taste & Odour Cartridge	CB101
RO Membrane	RET1812-75
Inline Mineraliser	IL146
Filter Assembly Dimensions	Approximately 437H × 245W × 262D mm
16L Tank Dimensions	Approximately 385H × 250mm diameter
Cold-Water Supply Requirement	13mm / 1/2" cold-water line
Installation Location	Indoor, protected from direct sunlight and freezing conditions
Manufacturer Warranty	3 years: 1 year parts & labour plus 2 years parts only, consumables excluded

Puretec's older specification sheet published 284L/day, while its current 2026 installation guide publishes a maximum of 270L/day. This page uses the newer 270L/day manufacturer figure. Exact supplied equipment and current manufacturer documentation remain the final technical reference.

CO-RO270 Space & Service Access

The CO-RO270 requires more installation room than a small two-cartridge under-sink drinking-water filter because the system uses both a filter assembly and a separate 16L pressure tank.

Puretec's specification sheet lists the filter assembly at approximately 437mm high, 245mm wide and 262mm deep.

The CO-T4.2 tank is approximately 385mm high and 250mm in diameter.

System Height

437 mm

System Width

245 mm

System Depth

262 mm

Tank Diameter

250 mm

Additional room is required for tubing, the drain connection, tank valve and cartridge replacement. Puretec's installation instructions require servicing access rather than installing the system tightly into an inaccessible cavity.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

What Is Required to Install a Puretec CO-RO270?

Cold potable mains-water supply

Approximately 300–520kPa incoming pressure

0–30°C incoming water temperature

Suitable indoor installation location

Space for filter assembly and 16L pressure tank

Access for cartridge and membrane servicing

Suitable reject-water drain connection

Cold-water isolation close to the system

Suitable purified-water outlet or equipment connection

Incoming water within Puretec operating limits

Drain-pan or leak-control consideration where leakage could cause damage

Flushing and commissioning before normal use

Water Pressure & Water Quality Requirements

The base CO-RO270 relies on incoming water pressure because it does not include a booster pump.

Puretec's current guide specifies approximately 300–520kPa supply pressure. Sites below that range may not provide satisfactory membrane production without selecting a different configuration.

Puretec also publishes limits for total dissolved solids, hardness and silt loading. Softened water is preferred by the manufacturer because it can extend membrane life.

The CO-RO270 is intended for cold potable mains water. Puretec advises that other water supplies should be discussed with Puretec before installation, and microbiologically unsafe or unknown-quality water should not be used without adequate disinfection.

Food Service Equipment Connection

Puretec's current installation guide is written around food-service equipment rather than a whole-house water supply.

The treated-water outlet is connected to the required equipment or dedicated outlet after the reverse osmosis system and storage tank.

Puretec's current instructions specify a flush valve on the pure-water outlet before food-service equipment and note that the flush valve is not included with the standard system.

The final outlet arrangement therefore needs to be confirmed as part of the installation rather than assuming every CO-RO270 installation uses the same tap or appliance connection.

JR Puretec CO-RO270 Installation Packages

JR's current live product selector provides two installation pathways for the CO-RO270.

Silver — Brand New Installation

JR's current Silver package is the standard new-installation pathway for a CO-RO270 where the existing plumbing, water pressure, drain access and installation position suit the package.

Gold — Installation + Flood Stop / Isolation

JR's current Gold package adds flood-stop and isolation-valve protection on the supply to the new-installation scope.

Use JR's live selector above as the final reference for current package inclusions, availability, booking windows and pricing.

What Can a JR CO-RO270 Installation Include?

Supply of the genuine Puretec CO-RO270 system

16L CO-T4.2 storage tank

System stand-frame setup

Professional cold-water connection where suitable

Reject-water drain connection where suitable

Purified-water outlet connection within selected scope

Flood-stop / isolation protection where Gold is selected

System positioning and service-access checks

Initial flushing

Tank setup and filling

Leak and connection checks

Commissioning and basic maintenance guidance

Final inclusions depend on JR's live package and actual site conditions.

What May Require Additional Work?

Pressure correction outside the selected package

Booster-pump conversion or different RO model

Water softening or additional pre-treatment

Major cold-water pipework alterations

Major drain relocation or alterations

Food-service equipment not included with the RO system

Flush valve or specialist outlet arrangement unless included in selected scope

Cabinetry or joinery modification

Rectification of unrelated plumbing defects

Treatment of non-standard water supplies without separate assessment

Puretec CO-RO270 Installation Pricing

Current supplied-and-installed pricing is shown through JR's live product and installation selector above rather than being hardcoded into this description.

The live selector distinguishes the Silver brand-new-installation package from the Gold installation package with flood-stop and isolation-valve protection.

JR's current product page also controls available installation timeframes, including Priority Saver and Express booking options.

Pressure issues, specialist food-service connections, additional pre-treatment, difficult drainage or non-standard plumbing can change the final installation scope.

BRISBANE INSTALLATION

Puretec CO-RO270 Installation Brisbane

JR Gas & Water installs suitable Puretec CO-RO270 systems across eligible Greater Brisbane service areas for residential, specialty and food-service applications requiring reverse osmosis treatment.

Brisbane installations are assessed around incoming water pressure, space for both the treatment system and tank, drain access, purified-water demand and the final equipment or dedicated-outlet connection.

Where the site does not suit the base non-pumped CO-RO270 configuration, the water pressure and required output should be reviewed before the system is ordered.

GOLD COAST INSTALLATION

Puretec CO-RO270 Installation Gold Coast

JR Gas & Water also supplies and installs the CO-RO270 across eligible Gold Coast service areas.

The 16L storage-tank configuration can suit sites wanting a reserve of purified water for a dedicated outlet or compatible food-service equipment without stepping into a much larger commercial RO plant.

Water pressure, tank space, reject-water drainage and service clearance should all be confirmed before the installation is treated as straightforward.

Can the CO-RO270 Replace My Existing Water Filter?

Replacing Another CO-RO270

Usually the simplest pathway where the existing tank, cold-water supply, drain, outlet connection and service space remain suitable.

Replacing a Standard Carbon Filter

Often possible, but reverse osmosis needs a reject-water drain, additional space and a storage tank that a basic cartridge filter may not require.

Replacing Another RO System

Tank size, membrane production, tubing, drain layout and outlet configuration need to be checked rather than assuming all reverse osmosis systems are directly interchangeable.

CO-RO270 vs Continuous-Flow ROS2700

Puretec CO-RO270

Uses a traditional RO membrane with a separate 16L pressure-storage tank. Puretec's current guide publishes maximum production of approximately 270L/day.

It can be a better fit where stored purified water and food-service style operation suit the application.

Puretec ROS2700

Uses a higher-production continuous-flow RO configuration without the same conventional pressure-storage-tank arrangement.

It can be a better fit where higher direct purified-water production and a tank-free layout are priorities.

CO-RO270 vs Standard Under-Sink Carbon Filtration

CO-RO270 Reverse Osmosis

Uses sediment treatment, chemical filtration, a semi-permeable RO membrane, storage tank and final treatment to create a separate purified-water stream.

Better suited when the treatment capability of reverse osmosis itself is required.

Standard Carbon Under-Sink Filter

Usually provides a simpler installation with higher direct flow and no reverse-osmosis reject-water stream or pressure-storage tank.

It can be the simpler fit where the household primarily wants taste, odour, chlorine and sediment improvement.

Puretec CO-RO270 Filter & Membrane Maintenance

Component	Function	Puretec Current Service Guidance
PX051	Sediment pre-filter	Replace around every 6 months, depending on water quality and usage
CB101	Chemical / taste & odour filter	Replace around every 6 months, depending on water quality and usage
RET1812-75	Reverse osmosis membrane	Approximately every 18–24 months or when water quality deteriorates
IL146	Inline mineraliser	Maintain according to current Puretec replacement guidance

Puretec also advises flushing the system for 10 minutes after more than two days of non-use. Longer periods of non-use can require additional servicing or cartridge replacement.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Puretec CO-RO270 Installation FAQs

What is the Puretec CO-RO270?

It is Puretec's food-service style reverse osmosis system using a treatment assembly, RO membrane, 16L pressure tank and stand frame.

Does the CO-RO270 include a 16L tank?

Yes. Puretec's current parts list identifies the CO-T4.2 16L storage tank for the base CO-RO270 model.

Does the CO-RO270 include a booster pump?

No. The base CO-RO270 does not include the RA-P100 booster pump. Puretec identifies the booster pump as being included on applicable CO-RO270P models.

How much water can the CO-RO270 produce?

Puretec's current 2026 user guide publishes a maximum flow of approximately 270 litres per day. Actual production depends on water pressure, temperature, membrane condition and incoming water quality.

Why do some older Puretec documents say 284L/day?

Puretec's older specification sheet listed 284L/day. Its newer 2026 user guide lists 270L/day, so the newer manufacturer figure is used on this page.

What water pressure does the CO-RO270 require?

Puretec's current guide specifies approximately 300–520kPa inlet pressure for the system.

What happens if my water pressure is too low?

Low incoming pressure can reduce reverse osmosis production. The site may need a different RO configuration or further assessment rather than assuming the base non-pumped CO-RO270 will perform correctly.

Does the CO-RO270 need electricity?

The base CO-RO270 itself does not include an electric booster pump. Pumped CO-RO270P configurations are different and use the RA-P100 booster pump.

Does it need a drain connection?

Yes. Reverse osmosis produces a reject-water stream, and Puretec's installation instructions require the reject line to be connected to a suitable waste pipe above the trap.

What cartridges does the CO-RO270 use?

Puretec's current guide identifies the PX051 sediment cartridge, CB101 chemical-removal cartridge, RET1812-75 RO membrane and IL146 inline mineraliser.

How often should the cartridges be replaced?

Puretec advises replacing the sediment and chemical-removal filters around every six months, depending on water quality and usage.

How often should the RO membrane be replaced?

Puretec's current guide recommends replacement when water quality deteriorates or approximately every 18–24 months depending on incoming water quality.

What are the CO-RO270 dimensions?

Puretec's specification sheet lists the filter assembly at approximately 437mm high, 245mm wide and 262mm deep.

How large is the 16L tank?

Puretec lists the CO-T4.2 tank at approximately 385mm high and 250mm in diameter.

Can the CO-RO270 be installed outside?

Puretec's current guide states that the system should not be installed outdoors or in direct sunlight. It should be installed in a suitable protected indoor location.

What temperature water can be supplied to it?

Puretec specifies cold water only, with a current published operating range of approximately 0–30°C and protection from freezing.

Can the CO-RO270 be used on rainwater?

Puretec's current guide is written for cold mains potable water. For other water supplies, Puretec advises contacting its technical support before installation.

Does the CO-RO270 remove fluoride?

Puretec lists fluoride reduction among the treatment benefits of the CO-RO270 Series. Actual reduction performance depends on operating conditions and the manufacturer's tested specification.

Does it reduce Giardia and Cryptosporidium cysts?

Puretec's current user guide lists Class IIc Cryptosporidium and Giardia cyst removal as passing at 99.9% or more.

Does it remove taste, odour and chlorine?

Puretec's current guide lists Class IV taste, odour and chlorine reduction as passing at 75% or more.

Is the CO-RO270 suitable for food-service equipment?

Yes. Puretec specifically categorises the CO-RO270 Series as a food-service reverse osmosis system. The connected equipment and required pure-water outlet arrangement still need to be confirmed.

Does Puretec require a flush valve?

Its current food-service installation instructions specify a flush valve on the pure-water outlet before connected food-service equipment and state that this valve is not included with the standard system.

Can it replace a normal under-sink water filter?

Potentially, but the CO-RO270 requires considerably more space, a storage tank and a reject-water drain connection that a basic under-sink cartridge filter may not require.

What is JR's Silver installation package?

JR currently identifies Silver as the brand-new-installation pathway for the CO-RO270.

What is JR's Gold installation package?

JR currently identifies Gold as the brand-new-installation package with flood-stop and isolation valves on the supply.

What installation timeframes does JR currently list?

JR's current CO-RO270 page lists Priority Saver with a maximum 20-business-day window and Express with a maximum 5-business-day window, subject to live availability and booking conditions.

How much does Puretec CO-RO270 installation cost?

Current supplied-and-installed pricing is shown through JR's live selector above. Final scope can change where additional pressure control, drainage, pre-treatment, specialist equipment connection or plumbing work is required.

Can JR install the CO-RO270 in Brisbane?

Yes. JR installs suitable CO-RO270 systems across eligible Greater Brisbane service areas.

Can JR install the CO-RO270 on the Gold Coast?

Yes. JR provides suitable CO-RO270 supply and installation across eligible Gold Coast service areas.

Does JR install the CO-RO270 in Logan?

JR's current CO-RO270 product information includes Logan within its stated installation coverage, subject to current booking availability.

Puretec CO-RO270 Warranty & Maintenance

3-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Puretec currently lists a three-year product warranty: one year parts and labour plus a further two years parts only, subject to current manufacturer terms.

Consumables Excluded

Replacement cartridges and other consumable filter components are excluded from the standard manufacturer warranty.

Regular Servicing

Sediment and chemical cartridges require regular replacement, while membrane life depends heavily on incoming water quality and operating conditions.

Manufacturer warranty coverage is subject to Puretec's current terms and correct installation, use and maintenance. JR's installation workmanship terms are separate from the Puretec product warranty.

Why Choose JR Gas & Water for CO-RO270 Installation?

LICENSED

Plumbing installation completed through appropriately licensed professionals.

SYSTEM CHECK

Water pressure, drain access, tank position and intended equipment use considered before finalising the installation.

COMMISSIONING

Flushing, tank setup, connection checks and leak testing completed before handover.

SEQ

Brisbane, Gold Coast, Logan and surrounding eligible service coverage.

A food-service reverse osmosis system needs more than a spare cupboard corner. JR considers pressure, storage-tank space, reject-water drainage, servicing clearance and the final purified-water connection so the system suits the actual property and application.

RELATED WATER FILTRATION

Compare Reverse Osmosis & Puretec Water Filtration

Compare JR's current reverse osmosis, under-sink and Puretec ranges if you are deciding whether the CO-RO270, a continuous-flow RO system or a simpler point-of-use filter is the right fit.

Reverse Osmosis Filtration → Under Sink Systems → Puretec Water Filters →

READY TO INSTALL

Install the Puretec CO-RO270 With JR Gas & Water

The Puretec CO-RO270 is a tank-style reverse osmosis option for suitable residential, specialty and food-service applications needing high-purity point-of-use water and a dedicated stored reserve.

Before installation, confirm incoming water pressure, potable mains-water suitability, space for both the system and 16L tank, reject-water drain access, purified-water outlet requirements and whether additional pre-treatment or specialist equipment connections are required.