Many individuals keep extra drinking water on hand in case of an emergency or shortage. This is a prudent precaution because drinking enough water daily is essential, for maintaining our health and fitness.
Any interruption to our routine for drinking water is dangerous, and it is simple to quickly get dehydrated. Now, how long drinking water will last is one of the most crucial things, to take into account when keeping it. Similarly, the question arises! How long can be RO water stored in a tank!
Let’s get into details for more information.
How long can be RO water stored in a tank?
To begin with, depending on how the water is stored and the cleanliness of the water, the amount of time potable water can be safely stored ranges from one day to indefinitely.
1: For 1-3 days, clean water left outside in an open cup is prone to deteriorate (become contaminated).
2: If your tap water is safe to drink, it can be kept for up to 6 months or longer in a sealed container. However, it's a good idea to check the water and add some mild home chlorine bleach, to it to make it cleaner (do not use bleach that has fresheners or scents).
3: Purified water will keep for at least two years, if not much longer, when stored in a food-grade container.
4: Bottled water can be kept for up to two weeks once it has been opened, but it can be used for up to one or two years if it hasn't been opened.
5: In some cases, depending on the storage container, RO/UV cleaned water can be kept for up to six months.
Discharge of metals in RO/DI water
Despite being pure, RO/DI water only lasts for two years. This is due to the fact that over time, the container used to keep RO/DI water releases metals or artificial nutrients.
Additionally, the filter will let algae or fungi through. Algae or fungi can grow in RO/DI water that has been exposed to light.
What signs point to a drinking water contamination?
Your first line of defence in ensuring the safety of your food and beverages, is good hygiene habits and your own senses. Regardless of the use or sell by date indicated on the label, avoid drinking water if it smells, or tastes unpleasant.
When water is contaminated, it frequently appears murky or turbid and has an odd flavour or odour. It's crucial to recognize that there are bacterial and other pollutants that your senses are unable to pick up. If in doubt, boil the water in the bottle for a few minutes at the very least before using it, and let it cool before drinking.
Conclusion
The amount of time RO water lasts depends on how it is stored. Glass containers that have been heated and acid-washed are often the best for storing water, since they are free of contaminants that could eventually compromise water.
If the container is opened, dust and other pollutants can fall inside of it, which could give the contents an unpleasant flavour. Although, the longevity of water has not been established, fundamental chemistry predicts that provided it is maintained unopened and in a dark environment, RO water will stay longer than one human will ever be able to predict.
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