Matala 20 Biofilter

Description

Matala 20 Biofilter is a biological grey water filter for purification of shower and kitchen wastewaters. The Biolfilter is an upgraded version of Matala 10 purifier with higher purification capacity. Thus, the Matala 20 Biofilter is better suitable for larger families and well-equipped summer houses and holiday homes.

Usage

The Biofilter is best suitable for summer houses, holiday homes and other off-grid living sites. The Biofilter can be used all year-around, but in freezing conditions the filter must be specially equipped with insulation material and a frost-protection cable.

In case there is no usage during the winter, in freezing conditions, there is no need for the special equipment. The structure and filtering elements will not break because of freezing. However, please note that the filtering elements must have melt in the spring before the Biolfilter can again be used.

Operating principle

The operation of Matala 20 Biofilter is the same with Matala 10. Both are based on biological purification, where the waste water slowly flows through the filter elements. Useful bacteria will start to grow in the filtering elements (biofilm) and purify the nutrients of the waste water.

Maintenance

The Matala 20 Biofilter operates on the same maintenance principle as Matala 10. The filter elements inside the Biofilter are intended to be serviced 1-2 times a year, depending on use. Maintenance is carried out by lifting the filter elements out of the Biofilter and removing all detachable solid dirt and debris from the elements. The detached dirt and debris can be put into compost, for example. If necessary, the filter elements must be completely replaced if they show tears or are otherwise worn out. Please note that the elements of the Matala 20 Biofilter are designed to last for years in use, but they are not eternal. This factor should be considered when assessing the life cycle cost of the Biofilter.

Use experiences from Sweden

Matala cleaning stations have been on the market in Sweden for 15 years, during which time thousands of units have been sold. Positive feedback has been received especially about the cleanable filter elements and the fact that the product does not have breakable parts. The Biofilter also does not require electricity or other special needs to operate, except if the Biofilter is used during winter as well.

Technical details

• Capacity: 750 liters / day
• Height: 660 mm
• Width: 600 mm
• Length: 800 mm
• Weight: 26 kg
• Volume: noin 175 liters

Delivery contents

• Biofilter body and lid
• Filter elements
• Ventilation pipe cap 75 mm
• Seals for inlet and outlet openings
• Installation and operating instructions

Purification test results

The Matala 20 Biofilter has been tested in Sweden by the manufacturer and has met the requirements set in the wastewater regulation for the purification of greywater.

Click here to download the test results: Test results of Matala biofilter