Orange iron and rust stains aren’t just ugly—they’re a persistent, corrosive menace quietly eating away at your home’s surfaces and plumbing fixtures. From faucet discoloration and rusty bathtub rings to stained laundry and clogged pipes, these stains mar your water experience and can even lower your home’s value. Left unchecked, iron deposits cause costly maintenance headaches and health discomforts that no homeowner wants to face.

The system that fixes it

Meet the Fleck Orange Iron & Rust Stains System, engineered specifically to combat the stubborn symptoms of iron and rust contamination in your water. At its core is the Fleck 2510 SXT air-injection control valve—a robust, serviceable, and genuine brand valve that masterfully manages the water treatment cycle to maximize efficiency and longevity. This sophisticated valve introduces air into the system, creating an oxidizing environment that transforms dissolved iron into solid particles. These particles are then trapped within an air-injection oxidizing tank filled with specialized Katalox Light media. This media is designed to capture and backwash away iron particulates, ensuring that your water comes out clear, clean, and rust-free after every treatment cycle.

• Fleck 2510 SXT air-injection control valve: Controls the oxidation and regeneration cycles precisely for consistent stain removal.
• Air-injection oxidizing tank: Uses an air pocket to convert dissolved iron into trap-worthy particles.
• Katalox Light media: A high-performance oxidizing media that captures iron particles and backwashes them out.
• Serviceable and genuine hardware: Ensures durability and easy maintenance over time.
• Integrated system design: Guarantees seamless operation tuned specifically for iron and rust stain elimination.

Pick your size

Select the size tailored to your household’s bathroom count and water needs to guarantee optimal iron and rust stain removal performance without overspending.

What it does for your home

• Eliminates orange iron and rust stains from toilets, sinks, bathtubs, and appliances.
• Protects your plumbing pipes from iron buildup, extending their lifespan and preventing costly repairs.
• Prevents rusty discoloration on laundry and dishes, saving you detergent and replacement costs.
• Enhances water clarity and taste by removing iron’s metallic aftertaste and sediment.
• Improves health and comfort by delivering stain-free, clean water for bathing and drinking.
• Reduces household cleaning time by stopping stain formation before it starts.

This system is your home’s frontline defense against the damaging effects of iron and rust stains, keeping your living environment pristine, safe, and comfortable.

How the media works

Katalox Light media is the unsung hero inside this system, a high-performance oxidizing material specially engineered to handle iron and rust in water. When water containing dissolved iron passes through the tank, the air pocket introduced by the Fleck 2510 SXT valve reacts with the iron, turning it into tiny solid particles—much like tiny rust flakes. These particles can then be trapped by the Katalox Light bed, which holds onto the iron until a backwash cycle flushes it away. This continuous process ensures that iron doesn’t accumulate inside your pipes or on your fixtures, stopping stains before they start and maintaining crystal-clear water flow throughout your home.

Why buy this system from us

• Equipped with genuine, serviceable Fleck hardware for reliability and easy maintenance.
• Free professional sizing to match the system perfectly with your home's water iron levels and bathroom count.
• Complimentary U.S. shipping—delivered straight to your door without added cost.
• One-brand, matched components ensure smooth, hassle-free operation and warranty protection.

Common questions

Q? How quickly will I see orange stains disappear after installing this system?
A: Most homeowners notice a significant reduction in rust and iron staining within days, with complete elimination over a few weeks as the system cycles through water treatment and backwash phases.

Q? Can this system handle water with high iron concentrations without frequent maintenance?
A: Yes, the air-injection control valve combined with Katalox Light media is specifically designed to oxidize and remove iron efficiently, reducing maintenance frequency compared to standard filters.

Q? Will this system affect water pressure or flow in my home?
A: The Fleck Orange Iron & Rust Stains System is engineered to maintain strong, consistent water pressure, ensuring your household water experience feels natural and uninterrupted while eliminating stains.

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Prefer another valve brand? The same fix comes in Fleck, Autotrol, C-Series, Pentek and Pentair.