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Difference between TDS and MTDS

You can’t live without drinking water. Our body contains 70% water, and thus water can solve most of the problems in our body with the correct water consumption. Looking at the current situation where pollution is increasing daily, it has become more important to know how to get pure drinking water. People install water purifiers that are available in different varieties and are made using different technologies, such as RO, UV, and much more. Along with the technologies, the level of impurities is also getting critical. You must have heard about pH, TDS, etc., all components of water, and people often misunderstand the terms. However, you must know everything about the water which is consumed by you and your family. In this article, we will find out some basic differences between the two terms, TDS and MTDS, which people often tend to get confused with.

What are MTDS and TDS?

The full form of TDS is Total Dissolved Solids, which is the total dissolved substances that are mixed in drinking water. Usually, it contains inorganic salts and a small amount of organic matter, such as Inorganic salts contain calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, carbonates, nitrates, bicarbonates, chlorides, and sulfates. It is very important to maintain the correct TDS level in water in order to ensure that you are drinking purified water.

The full form of MTDS is Manually Total Dissolved Salts controller. It is a regulator that helps the user control the TDS level of their drinking water. People often get confused and think that MTDS is a water filter, which is not valid. Instead, it is just a regulator used to adjust the TDS level in the final water production by any water purifier.

Well, both are entirely different from one another. While TDS is the dissolved solids in water, which one should consume in the correct quantity only, MTDS acts like a controller that ensures that the level of TDS in water is not too high or very low. Both have unique features and stand for different purposes. If the level of TDS is too high, you might end up drinking water that tastes very weird and can also cause health problems. Thus, it is important to maintain the correct level of TDS in water, which is possible because of MTDS.

Key Differences between TDS and MTDS:

TDS:

  • The correct amount of TDS will help you avoid clogging pipes, sinks, tubs, pools, etc.

  • You will get a better mouthfeel. High TDS in water can make the water taste bitter and salty. Moreover, it can even have a Sulphuric taste or odor.

  • Most people pair water with food or other drinks. If the water has a correct TDS level, the taste of your food will automatically be enhanced.

  • You will be surprised to know that substances like copper or lead in the right amount are essential for proper body functioning. Besides, minerals like magnesium and calcium will help in balancing the diet. Water containing low TDS levels is not harmful but contains no minerals your body requires. Thus, it is important to consume water filled with the proper nutrients.


MTDS:

  • Whereas MTDS can purify water of all kinds and types, irrespective of which source it came from.

  • Using MTDS will allow you to control the end result of the TDS content in the water produced by a water purifier.

  • It is not a filter but a regulator, so it is affordable. It is important, but the role of MTDS has quite been underrated.

  • It requires no replacement at a particular time. You can replace it whenever you can feel that the water is tasting weird or bland.

  • MTDS adds almost all minerals into your water, which benefits your health and enhances your living quality.


Step-by-step guide on how to adjust TDS by using MTDS regulator:

Previously in this article, we discussed in detail TDS and MTDS. I hope we can help you understand both the subjects correctly. Now, you have gathered enough knowledge about TDS and MTDS and understand how MTDS could help regulate the level of TDS in your drinking water. You might have developed an interest in including MTDS in your water purifying system. But how will you do that? Don't worry! Because we have come up with a detailed step-by-step guide that will help you adjust the TDS level in your house's drinking water by using the MTDS regulator.

Step 1: Buy a water purifier with an MTDS regulator.

Step 2: Well, most cleaners have an in-built MTDS regulator inside the outer cover of the system. You can simply open the exterior cover of the water purifier with the help of a screwdriver.

Step 3: Once you find it, look for the Screw on the MTDS regulator.

Step 4: Keep moving the screw clockwise. It will reduce the level of TDS in your water or move it anticlockwise if you want to increase the TDS level.

Step 5: Lastly, check the TDS level of your drinking water and reassemble the Purifier as you open it.
That’s it! Wasn’t it simple? We are sure it was. Well, thank you for reading. We hope you found this video informative and helpful.