Atlas Filtri PFAS Armor™ filters are purpose-engineered whole-home filtration cartridges and complete systems designed to tackle this problem at the source. Using a proprietary 1-micron carbon-based media, the PFAS Armor™ range has been tested to reduce PFOA and PFOS by 95% or greater — giving your household cleaner, safer water from every tap.
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Atlas Filtri PFAS Armor filters are water filter cartridges and complete systems designed to reduce harmful PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances) and PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) in household water supplies, often installed at the point of entry for whole-home filtration.
The system utilises a 1-micron activated carbon cartridge to significantly reduce these “forever chemicals,” along with other contaminants such as chlorine, unwanted tastes, and odours. The cartridges are designed for whole-home systems and have been tested to reduce PFAS/PFOS by 95% or more, making them a suitable option for protecting families from contamination from industrial and consumer products.
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) — commonly known as “forever chemicals” — are persistent industrial pollutants found in many household water supplies. Renowned for their chemical stability, they don’t break down naturally and pose serious long-term environmental and health concerns.
“Forever chemicals” like PFAS and PFOA are invisible threats lurking in household water supplies. This FAQ cuts through the confusion, explaining what these harmful contaminants are, why they matter, and how the Atlas Filtri PFAS Armor filter — proven to reduce PFAS/PFOS by 95% or more — delivers whole-home protection your family deserves.
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a large group of man-made chemicals that have been used in industrial and consumer products for decades — from non-stick cookware and food packaging to firefighting foams. Because of their extreme chemical stability, they do not break down naturally in the environment or in the human body, earning them the name “forever chemicals.”
Research has associated long-term PFAS exposure with a range of health concerns including elevated cholesterol levels, reduced kidney function, altered immune response, hormonal disruption, and some cancers — with PFOA and PFOS showing the strongest links. Most Australians already have detectable levels of PFAS in their blood, and recent studies have identified up to 31 types of PFAS in Sydney’s tap water alone. ABC News
PFAS enter water supplies through a variety of environmental sources. The highest contamination levels are typically found near:
PFAS are highly mobile in water, meaning even remote communities can be affected as chemicals travel through soil and waterways into reticulated supplies. NSW Health
Australia’s water authorities do test public supplies, and in most metropolitan areas tap water meets current national guidelines. However, Australia’s PFAS limits in drinking water have historically been far less stringent than those in the US or Europe, and a major review by the NHMRC is currently underway that would dramatically tighten these standards.
The current Australian health-based guideline values are:
| PFAS Compound | Current Guideline | Proposed Updated Guideline |
|---|---|---|
| PFOS | 70 ng/L (combined w/ PFHxS) | 4 ng/L |
| PFOA | 560 ng/L | 200 ng/L |
| PFHxS | 70 ng/L (combined w/ PFOS) | 30 ng/L |
These proposed values represent a dramatic tightening of limits — meaning water that was previously considered “safe” may not meet tomorrow’s standards. Installing a certified PFAS filter at home is a proactive step many Australian households are choosing to take. NHMRC
The PFAS Armor™ cartridge uses a proprietary 1-micron carbon-based media — a highly dense activated carbon block — that physically traps and adsorbs PFAS molecules as water passes through. Unlike loose granular carbon, the compressed block format ensures maximum contact time between water and filtration media, significantly improving capture rates.
The filter has been independently tested and proven to reduce PFOA and PFOS by 95% or greater (tested at 1.5 µg/L influent concentration) and meets the NSF/ANSI 53 PFAS reduction test protocol — the benchmark standard for PFAS-certified filtration. Beyond PFAS, it also reduces:
Chlorine Unwanted tastes & odours Chemicals and VOCs Cysts (in complete system configurations)The Atlas Filtri PFAS Armor™ system is specifically designed as a whole-home, point-of-entry (POE) solution — meaning it is installed on the main water line entering your property. This ensures that every tap, shower, bath, dishwasher, and washing machine in your home receives filtered water, not just your kitchen drinking tap.
This is especially important because PFAS exposure doesn’t only occur through drinking — it can also occur through bathing, cooking, and skin contact with contaminated water. A point-of-entry system provides comprehensive household coverage that an under-sink or benchtop filter alone cannot.
The PFAS Armor™ 20″ BIG cartridge has a rated service life of up to 113,500 litres (approximately 30,000 gallons) — with no ongoing maintenance required during that period. For the average Australian household using around 150–200 litres of water per day, this typically equates to roughly 1.5 to 2 years of filtration per cartridge.
⚠️ Important: The Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) notes that failing to replace a filter on schedule can actually increase your exposure risk, as a saturated cartridge can release previously captured contaminants back into the water. Always replace your cartridge by the manufacturer’s recommended interval. WSAA
Not all water filters are created equal — and not all remove PFAS. The Atlas Filtri PFAS Armor™ stands apart through:
| Feature | What It Means For You |
|---|---|
| 🔬 NSF/ANSI 53 Certified | Independently verified to reduce PFAS — not just a marketing claim |
| 🏠 Whole-home POE design | Protects every outlet in your home, not just the kitchen tap |
| ⚡ 1,800 L/h flow rate | No pressure drop — high-flow performance for everyday household use |
| 🇮🇹 Made in Italy | Precision-engineered to the highest European manufacturing standards |
| 💧 Dual-action filtration | Tackles PFAS and chlorine, taste, odour and chemicals in one cartridge |
| 🔁 Long 113,500L service life | Low-maintenance, cost-effective protection year-round |
| 📐 Scalable systems | Available in Mono, Duo & Trio configurations to suit any property size |
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