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White plastic housing with stainless steel head, 15 inches tall, pressure gauge and valve visible

Ice-O-Matic

Ice-O-Matic Water Filter System 0.5 micron 15 in IFQ1

SKU CH-JAQQ-7RH4E

Filters ice-machine water to 0.5 microns at 1.5 gpm with a 15,000-gallon cartridge life and built-in gauge

  • MaterialHAWA
  • Reduces chlorine, odour, scale and taste with 0.5 micron activated-carbon filtration
  • Delivers up to 1.5 gpm flow for ice machines up to 1000 lb capacity
  • Built-in pressure gauge and shut-off valve simplify monitoring and cartridge changes
  • Stainless-steel head and plastic housing withstand up to 125 psi operating pressure
  • Rated for 15,000 gallons service life at temperatures up to 100 °F

Ice Machine Filter System 0.5 Micron

This filtration unit is built for commercial ice machines producing up to 1000 lb of ice. It uses a single activated-carbon cartridge rated at 0.5 micron to reduce chlorine, odour, scale and unpleasant taste. The housing combines a stainless-steel head with a plastic body and includes an integrated pressure gauge and shut-off valve. Overall height is 15 in with a compact 6 in by 4 in footprint.

Thermals, Noise and Power Draw

The system operates passively with no pump or motor, so it adds no audible noise or electrical load to the installation. Water passes through the cartridge by line pressure alone, functioning within a 20 psi to 125 psi range and at temperatures up to 100 Degrees F. Flow rate is 1.5 gpm, delivering filtered water without restricting normal ice-machine operation.

Sustained Load Behaviour

The cartridge is rated for a service life of 15,000 gal before replacement is required, supporting continuous daily use in high-volume environments. The stainless-steel head resists corrosion during prolonged exposure to water pressure and temperature cycling. The integrated gauge allows operators to monitor pressure drop over time, signalling when the filter media is exhausted and a new Modelo IOMQ cartridge should be installed.

Highlights

  • Reduces chlorine, odour, scale and taste with 0.5 micron activated-carbon filtration
  • Delivers up to 1.5 gpm flow for ice machines up to 1000 lb capacity
  • Built-in pressure gauge and shut-off valve simplify monitoring and cartridge changes
  • Stainless-steel head and plastic housing withstand up to 125 psi operating pressure
  • Rated for 15,000 gallons service life at temperatures up to 100 °F

Specifications

MaterialHAWA
BrandIce-O-Matic

Questions about this item

How do I install the Ice-O-Matic IFQ1 filter system and what is the common mistake?

Connect the inlet and outlet to the ice machine plumbing using the included valve, ensuring flow direction matches the arrow; the step often missed is flushing the new cartridge for several minutes to clear carbon fines before putting the machine into service.

What maintenance or replacement will the IFQ1 system need over time?

Replace the IOMQ cartridge after 15,000 gallons or when pressure drop across the gauge becomes excessive; the housing and stainless-steel head remain in place, so only the cartridge is swapped.

What is the first limit reached on the IFQ1 during continuous high-volume use?

The 1.5 gpm flow rating is the first constraint; sustained demand above that rate will reduce pressure and filtration effectiveness before the 125 psi pressure ceiling or 100 °F temperature limit are reached.

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