Fleck 5600SXT Water Softener 32000 Grain
- 32,000 grain capacity, 1 cubic feet of 10% cross link resin
- Up to 12 GPM service flow, sized for families of 1-3
- Fleck 5600 SXT metered valve, on-demand regeneration
- 3/4 inch male threaded yoke, Fleck bypass valve included
- Up to 150 lbs of salt in the brine tank, with safety float
- Resin pre-loaded into the mineral tank
- 10 year tank backing, 5 years listed for the valve
- 105 pounds, 9 x 9 x 48 inches
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A sensible whole house softener for a small household that wants metered regeneration and resin already loaded. The listing gives two different mineral tank diameters, so measure your space before ordering.
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ASIN: B071JCX9NKCategory: Water Softeners
Overview
Small families on hard water get a whole house softener built around the Fleck SXT valve, which meters water use and regenerates on demand. The resin ships already loaded in the mineral tank, and a separate brine tank holds the salt that recharges it.
Pre-loaded resin and an install kit with a hardness test remove most of the setup chores for a DIY plumber. Capacity is sized for smaller households, so a large family on very hard water would regenerate often. The mineral tank size is stated inconsistently across the listing.
Who it's for
Homeowners comfortable with basic plumbing who want softened water through the whole house without loading resin themselves. Bigger households with heavy daily use should look at a higher grain rating.
Pros and cons
- Resin arrives pre-loaded in the tank
- Metered valve regenerates only when needed
- Install kit includes hardness test and sanitizer
- Bypass valve and yoke included
- Mineral tank listed as both 9 and 8 inches
- Rated for families of 1-3 only
- Heavy shipment at 105 pounds
- Brine tank needs regular salt refills
Performance notes
Softening depends on the resin bed capturing hardness minerals until it is saturated, then the metered valve starts a brine rinse based on measured gallons. Accurate hardness settings from the included hardness test decide how often that happens and how much salt is used. Higher cross link resin is listed for longer media life.
Specifications
| Brand | Fleck |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 105 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 9 × 9 × 48 inches |
| Household size | Families of 1-3 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Grain capacity | 32,000 grains |
| Salt capacity | Up to 150 lbs |
| Service flow | Up To 12 GPM |
| Other details | |
| Control valve | Fleck 5600 SXT On-Demand Metered |
| Resin | 1 cubic feet, 10% cross link |
| Bypass | Fleck bypass valve #60049 |
| Brine tank | 11 inch square, black, with safety float |
| Connection | 3/4 inch male threaded yoke |
| Mineral tank | Black, 9 inch diameter (description lists 8 inch) |
| Tank coverage | 10 years |
| Valve coverage | 5 years |
Frequently asked questions
Can I install the Fleck 5600SXT 32,000 grain softener myself?
The listing includes DIY instructions with an install guide, silicone lube, a sanitizer packet, a 4 ft 3/8 inch brine line, a drain line and a small parts kit. It connects through a 3/4 inch male threaded yoke with the Fleck bypass valve.
Do I have to load the resin into the Fleck softener tank?
No. The seller pre-loads the 10% cross link resin into the mineral tank before shipping.
Is the Fleck 32,000 grain softener big enough for a large family?
The listing rates it for families of 1-3 at up to 12 GPM service flow. Larger households fall outside that stated range.
What size is the Fleck 5600SXT mineral tank?
The bullets list a 9 inch diameter black mineral tank, while the description lists 8 inch. Overall dimensions are given as 9 x 9 x 48 inches.