Description
For homes with heavier iron loads or higher water demand, the Nelsen 5600 AIO 12X52 Iron System steps up both tank size and media volume to keep pace. This 12" x 52" air injection filter removes dissolved iron from well water without any salt or chemicals, protecting plumbing, appliances, and fixtures from the rust-colored staining that iron-laden water causes throughout a household.
The air injection process is straightforward and dependable: a pocket of air oxidizes incoming iron, the media bed captures the precipitated particles, and the Fleck 5600SXT control valve triggers an automatic backwash that flushes everything to drain. There are no feed pumps, no potassium permanganate, and no recurring chemical purchases, which keeps long-term ownership simple and affordable for the average homeowner.
- Larger 12" x 52" tank for higher-capacity iron removal
- Fleck 5600SXT digital air injection control valve
- Black Structural mineral tank with full gravel support bed
- All necessary media supplied and matched to the application
- Includes 3/4" bypass valve for easy servicing and isolation
- Approximate shipping weight: 177 lbs
Best Fit
The 12-inch diameter increases the system's service flow rate and treatment capacity, making it well suited to larger households or wells with more pronounced iron problems and multiple bathrooms running at once. Installed at the point of entry, it delivers clean, stain-free water to every faucet, appliance, and fixture in the home. Supplied complete by Water Softener Plus, this Nelsen AIO system pairs proven 5600SXT automation with a robust mineral tank for years of low-maintenance, chemical-free iron control.
Routine ownership is refreshingly simple: with no salt or chemicals involved, there are no consumables to restock between regenerations. Over many years the media will eventually exhaust and can be replaced to restore full capacity, but the tank, valve, and bypass continue to serve. Confirming your incoming pH and iron level at setup helps ensure the oxidation process works as intended and that you get clear, stain-free water from day one.
From the control valve to the media bed, every part of this Water Softener Plus system is selected to work together reliably, so once it is installed and dialed in you can simply enjoy the improvement in your water without thinking about it.
Overview
- ✅ U.S.-based support and expert assistance
- 🧰 Built with trusted Pentair & Fleck components
- 🚚 Ships nationwide — freight-safe packaging
- ⚙️ Ideal for residential and light-commercial systems
Specs (Typical)
| Max Operating Pressure | 125 psi |
|---|---|
| Max Water Temp | 100 °F |
| Electrical | 120 V AC |
| Flow Range | 5–45 GPM (model dependent) |
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