Whether you're serving coffee, steaming vegetables, or running high-output dishwashers, water quality directly impacts your product, customer satisfaction, and equipment longevity. BRITA, a global leader in water filtration, offers a comprehensive portfolio of Professional filters, each tailored for specific business needs and equipment.
This guide breaks down every major BRITA Professional line—PURITY, PURITY C, Quell, Quell ST, IQ, and more—along with use cases across different industries.
Why Use BRITA Professional Filters?
- Improve taste and aroma of coffee, tea, and food
- Protect equipment from limescale and mineral build-up
- Reduce downtime and maintenance costs
- Ensure consistent water quality in different regions
PURITY Line – Industrial Strength for Demanding Environments
The PURITY line is BRITA’s high-capacity solution designed for large-scale commercial applications. These systems use multi-stage filtration and customisable head configurations.
Key Models:
- PURITY Quell ST (450 / 600 / 1200): Ideal for cafés, restaurants, and hotels. Used in espresso machines and combi ovens.
- PURITY Steam: Tailored for steam ovens and combi ovens. Reduces gypsum and chloride for corrosion protection.
- PURITY Clean / Clean Extra: For dishwashers and glasswashers. Removes calcium and magnesium. Extra model reduces corrosion.
- PURITY Fresh: For cold beverages like soda dispensers. Maintains taste and CO₂ stability.
PURITY C Line – Compact, Modular, Versatile
The PURITY C range is ideal for smaller equipment or limited space. With tool-free cartridge replacement and multiple size options, it’s widely used in cafés and offices.
Models & Use Cases:
- PURITY C Quell ST: Espresso machines, vending, and boilers. Reduces scale, chlorine, and off-tastes.
- PURITY C Steam: Smaller ovens and steamers. Reduces chloride and scale build-up.
- PURITY C Finest: For soft water areas. Retains minerals for flavour – ideal for specialty coffee.
- PURITY C Fresh: Designed for cold beverage dispensers. Removes chlorine and organic impurities.
BRITA IQ System – Digital Monitoring & Smart Management
The BRITA IQ system is a digital filter head for PURITY C cartridges. It displays usage data, remaining capacity, and allows precise bypass adjustments based on water hardness.
Ideal For:
- Specialty cafés with high control standards
- Chain stores managing multiple filter sites
- Operators wanting scheduled, efficient maintenance
Quell & Quell ST – Filtration Media That Powers the System
Quell is BRITA’s ion-exchange filtration media used in many filter types. The most widely used version is Quell ST (Standard Technology), found in both PURITY and PURITY C ranges.
Functions:
- Reduces limescale (carbonate hardness)
- Removes chlorine, particulates, and metals
- Improves flavour and protects equipment
Quell Variants:
- Quell ST: Versatile for coffee machines, steamers, and ovens
- Quell Protect: Enhanced for high-sulphate/gypsum areas (used in Steam/Clean Extra)
Filter Solutions by Business Type
Business Type Filter Model Use Case
| Small Café | PURITY C150 Quell ST | Espresso machines and kettles |
| Bakery with Combi Oven | PURITY C Steam + C Quell ST | Steam oven and coffee setup |
| Restaurant Kitchen | PURITY Clean Extra + Quell ST | Glasswashers and espresso machine |
| Office Vending Setup | PURITY C300 Fresh | Cold drink dispensers and coffee vending |
| Boutique Hotel |
PURITY C500 Quell ST |
Versatile across breakfast room equipment |
Understand Your Water Before Choosing
Choosing the right filter depends on your local water hardness. Get your water tested using BRITA’s test kits or check with your supplier. If your water is:
- Very hard (>20 °dH): Use larger PURITY or PURITY C filters with low bypass
- Soft (<6 °dH): Use PURITY C Finest to retain essential minerals for flavour
How Often Should Filters Be Replaced?
Filter Model Average Capacity Replacement Interval
| PURITY C150 Quell ST | ~1,600 litres | Every 6 months |
| PURITY 1200 Quell ST | ~13,000 litres | Annually or as needed |
| PURITY C300 Fresh | ~5,000 litres | Every 4–6 months |
Summary: Which BRITA Filter Should You Choose?
Business Type Recommended Line Suggested Models
| Small Café or Trailer | PURITY C Quell ST | C150 / C300 |
| Specialty Coffee Shop | PURITY C Finest + IQ | C150 / C300 with Smart Head |
| Restaurant Kitchen | PURITY Steam + Clean Extra | 450 / 600 / 1200 |
| Vending Machines | PURITY C Fresh | C300 / C500 |
| Roastery or Coffee Lab | PURITY Quell ST | 600 / 1200 + Water Test Kit |
References
- BRITA Professional Product Brochures – www.brita.co.uk
- BRITA PURITY C Technical Data Sheets (PDFs)
- BRITA IQ Head User Manual
- BRITA Systematic Filter Guide for Foodservice Professionals