The Olympus shower filter is mounted at the tap outlet, before the hose, so that the water passes through the activated carbon and antimicrobial copper cartridge before reaching the shower head. You keep the existing shower head and hose.
The body measures 7 × 17 cm. The filter is manufactured in Greece by Center Plus SA, has a stainless steel tank and is screwed on, following the diagram on the product page. Assembly does not require tools or a plumber. The price of the device is 225 lei (45 €).
Where is the cartridge located: in the shower head or in a separate filter?
In a shower head with a filter, the cartridge is integrated into the shower head. The Olympus model has a separate housing that fits between the faucet and the hose. The difference in mounting allows you to keep your existing shower head and the jet settings you are used to.
The cartridge is replaced separately. The housing remains in the installation. For regular maintenance, you only need the inner cartridge for this model, which you install in the existing housing.
How to install the shower filter
Turn off the battery before installation. The product diagram shows how to connect the filter:
- Unscrew the hose from the battery. The shower head can remain connected to the other end of the hose.
- Screw the filter onto the battery outlet, in the place where you untied the hose.
- Connect the hose to the bottom of the filter.
After installation, water circulates from the faucet through the filter, then through the hose and shower head, in the order indicated by the diagram on the product page.
Technical data and costs
| Characteristic | Olympus bathroom filter |
|---|---|
| Price | 225 lei (45 €) |
| size | 7 × 17 cm |
| Weight | 0.85 kg |
| Water tank | stainless steel |
| Base and threads | brass, with antibacterial protection of the room |
| Filter materials | activated carbon and antimicrobial copper alloy |
| Declared certification for activated carbon | NSF, according to NSF/ANSI standard 61 |
| Replacing the cartridge | every year or every 30,000 L, whichever limit is reached first |
| Replacement cartridge | 150 lei (30 €) |
| fitting | between battery and hose, without tools |
| Producer | Center Plus SA, Greece |
What does the material in the cartridge filter and what role does it play?
In the filter description, Olympus mentions the retention of chlorine, solid particles, asbestos, pesticides, lead and other heavy metals. The cartridge combines activated carbon with an antimicrobial copper alloy.
Activated carbon has NSF certification according to NSF/ANSI standard 61 mentioned in the product description.
Antimicrobial copper alloy contributes to chlorine retention at high temperatures and the antibacterial protection of activated carbon. The replacement cartridge is registered for antimicrobial properties with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under codes CW606N and CW508L.
The tank is made of stainless steel. The base and threads are made of brass. In the product description, these brass components also have the role of antibacterial protection of the filter chamber, along with the materials used in the cartridge.
When to change the cartridge
The cartridge is replaced after one year of use or after 30,000 liters of water, whichever comes first. With higher consumption, the 30,000 liters can be reached before one year; with lower consumption, the change is made at the annual term.
Replacement cartridge for bathroom filter It costs 150 lei (30 €). You replace it by unscrewing the old part and installing the new one. Follow the product instructions.
If all 30,000 liters are used within 12 months, the cost of the cartridge is 0.005 lei (0.001 €) per liter. The calculation includes only the replacement cartridge, not the initial price of the device.
For other appliances in the home, you can find the models, prices and maintenance intervals on the page replacement cartridges Olympus.
Bathroom and kitchen filtration
This model is intended for the shower. For drinking and cooking water, you can choose a filter mounted in the kitchen, depending on the available space and consumption.
The range presented in the guide tap water filter includes the mini filter for 135 lei (27 €) and the antimicrobial countertop filter for 385 lei (77 €). The antimicrobial model uses ceramic filtration, activated carbon and antimicrobial protection.
For a choice based on water composition, annual consumption and available installation space, consult the 7 criteria for a good water filter.
Frequently asked questions
Does the shower filter replace the shower head?
No, the pear remains in use. The Olympus model is mounted between the battery and the hose, and its body measures 7 × 17 cm.
Do I need a plumber for installation?
Assembly requires no tools or a plumber. With the faucet closed, unscrew the hose, screw the filter to the faucet, and connect the hose to the bottom of the filter, following the product diagram.
How often do I change the cartridge?
You change it every year or 30,000 liters, whichever comes first. The replacement cartridge costs €30.
What role does copper play in the cartridge?
According to the manufacturer's description, the antimicrobial copper alloy registered with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with codes CW606N and CW508L contributes to chlorine retention at high temperatures and antibacterial protection of activated carbon.
Where is the Olympus bathroom filter manufactured?
The filter is made in Greece. The manufacturer is Center Plus SA, the company that manufactures the Olympus water filters.
Choose the filter for your shower
See details and assembly diagram for bathroom filter Olympus, at 225 lei (45 €), or check the category bathroom filters.
