Fleck Water Softeners for Hard Water: Metered 5600SXT Systems

Fleck 5600SXT Metered Water Softeners for Hard Water

Fleck water softeners remove hard water minerals through an automated regeneration cycle, improving the feel of the water and helping protect plumbing and appliances.

Hard water forms when calcium, magnesium, and other hardness minerals dissolve into your water supply. Over time, hardness can cause scale buildup, reduce soap performance, and leave spots on fixtures and dishes. Learn more in our water softener guide.

Why are Fleck Water Softeners Better Than Other Brands?

Fleck water softeners are made with Fleck Controls, Structural Polyglass Tanks, and softening resin from ResinTech.

Fleck Water Softeners We Stock

All Fleck water softeners we sell have:

• Have digital metered control
• Use less salt than timer models
• Reduce hardness minerals and iron

H2O 1.0 Cu. Ft. Fleck Water Softener 5600SXT, Digital Meter Control
Part number: 56SXM-1.0-SR8

H2O 1.5 Cu. Ft. Fleck Water Softener 5600SXT, Digital Meter Control
Part number: 56SXM-1.5-SR8

H2O 2.0 Cu. Ft. Fleck Water Softener 5600SXT, Digital Meter Control
Part number: 56SXM-2.0-SR8

H2O 2.5 Cu. Ft. Fleck Water Softener 5600SXT, Digital Meter Control
Part number: 56SXM-2.5-SR8

Sizing and Setup of Fleck Water Softeners

1. Start with hardness and household size: The right size depends on grains per gallon hardness, daily water use, and whether iron is present.
2. Use capacity as a shortcut: Smaller homes often fit 1.0 to 1.5 cu ft, while higher-use homes often step up to 2.0 to 2.5 cu ft. (The product listings on this page provide the available capacities.)
3. Metered control saves salt: Digital metered control regenerates based on usage, which is why these listings call out reduced salt use versus timer models.

If iron is a concern, review the product listing’s iron-reduction claims, confirm iron levels, and determine pretreatment needs based on your test results.

Salt-free vs. Salt-based Water Softeners

Some “salt-free” systems are conditioners that can help reduce scale buildup, but they do not remove hardness minerals as effectively as ion-exchange softening. If your goal is truly softened water, select a system designed for ion exchange softening.

FAQs for Water Softeners

Q: What problems does a water softener solve?
A: A softener reduces hardness minerals that contribute to scale, poor soap performance, and spotting on fixtures and dishes.

Q: How do I choose between 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, and 2.5 cu ft?
A: Choose based on your hardness level and household water use. Smaller households often fit 1.0 to 1.5 cu ft; higher-use homes often need 2.0 to 2.5 cu ft.

Q: What is the benefit of a digital metered control?
A: Metered controls regenerate based on water use, which is why these systems are described as using less salt than timer-based models.

Q: Do these systems help with iron?
A: The product listings call out iron reduction. Match the system to your iron level and confirm whether additional treatment is needed to raise your iron level.

Q: How much maintenance does a softener need?
A: Typical upkeep is keeping the brine tank supplied with salt, checking settings after major plumbing changes, and servicing the system if performance drops over time.

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Need assistance choosing the best water softener for your space? Send your water hardness, number of bathrooms, household size, and whether you have iron, and we can pick the right softener size fast.

Contact H2O Distributors now for help.

Systems made in the United States of America.

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