Including filter system and high-performance 6:2 FTS filter.
6:2 FTS is a type of PFAS that can enter drinking water when products or firefighting foams containing PFAS reach the environment and move into water sources. Because it often does not change taste, smell, or clarity, many Sanborn homeowners only become aware of it after testing or a public notice. Since 6:2 FTS can persist and travel through water, families frequently choose point-of-entry solutions so showers, laundry, cooking and all household uses get treated rather than relying on single-tap units.
When people hear about unhealthy levels of 6:2 FTS, the focus is usually on lowering overall exposure across the household instead of correcting cosmetic issues. Like other PFAS, 6:2 FTS is chemically stable and can be present at low concentrations, so it’s more difficult to remove than many common contaminants. That makes the treatment choice important — not all carbon filters perform the same — and in Sanborn it’s wise to pair testing with a PFAS-focused whole-house option that addresses every water use in the home.
For whole-house reduction of 6:2 FTS, a high-capacity activated carbon system designed for PFAS is typically the most effective single-filter solution. Activated carbon adsorbs many organic compounds onto its surface, and PFAS-specific carbon media are selected and sized to increase contact time and removal performance. A point-of-entry tank installed where water comes into your Sanborn home treats all taps at once and avoids managing several under-sink units with small media volumes.
Because PFAS removal depends on flow rate and contact time, correct sizing is as critical as choosing the right media. A whole-house activated carbon filter should be sized for your household demand so water passes slowly enough through the carbon bed to encourage adsorption. Carbon media must also be replaced on a routine schedule since it has limited capacity. Mr. Pure Water can help Sanborn residents choose and size a PFAS-focused whole-house carbon system to meet your home’s needs and filtration goals.