Compact electronic water softener
Reliable soft water for smaller homes and tighter spaces
The Ecosoft Arctic Blue 120 combines a compact cabinet, 12-litre ion-exchange media bed and proven Ecosoft-Clack electronic control. It is designed to reduce hardness minerals, protect household plumbing and appliances, and make everyday cleaning easier.
Small footprint, capable performance
Designed to fit neatly into the home
The slim cabinet is well suited to apartments, smaller households and installations where available floor space matters. Its self-contained design keeps the resin vessel and brine tank together in one tidy unit.
- Compact cabinet for space-conscious installations
- 12 litres of HCRSS ion-exchange media
- Reduces calcium and magnesium hardness
- Helps limit limescale on plumbing and appliances
Compact cabinet
A practical choice where installation space is limited.
Electronic control
Clear programming through the Ecosoft-Clack CE valve.
12-litre media bed
Official model documentation confirms HCRSS media.
12-month warranty
Manufacturer warranty for added peace of mind.
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A softer-water home
Less limescale, easier everyday cleaning
Ion exchange removes the calcium and magnesium responsible for hardness. This helps protect boilers, washing machines, dishwashers, taps and shower screens from scale accumulation.
Softened water also allows soaps and detergents to work more effectively, helping reduce residue and making routine cleaning feel less demanding.
Intelligent electronic operation
Controlled by the Ecosoft-Clack CE valve
The fully automatic control valve manages service and regeneration cycles. Your installer programs the local water hardness and operating settings so the system can regenerate in line with household demand.
- Clear electronic display and straightforward controls
- Delayed regeneration is set for 2am by default
- Adjustable hardness setting for local water conditions
- Bypass arrangement supports servicing and maintenance
Plan the installation
Compact dimensions with room to service
The cabinet measures approximately 700 mm high, 351 mm wide and 528 mm deep. Allow additional access above and around the unit for pipework, salt filling and future servicing.
- Install on a firm, level surface near the incoming water main
- Requires a suitable drain, overflow route and power supply
- Operating inlet pressure range: 2–6 bar
- Professional installation is recommended
Salt and routine care
Simple day-to-day ownership
Keep the cabinet supplied with good-quality tablet salt and check the level regularly. Ecosoft's setup guide advises filling the salt tank between one-half and two-thirds full.
The manual recommends a 10-day override as a starting point, or 7 days where water quality is poor. Final commissioning settings should be chosen for your water and household usage.
Technical information
Ecosoft Arctic Blue 120 specification
The core figures below are taken from the official Arctic Blue 120 setup sheet and Ecosoft's published information for this cabinet model.
| Product | Ecosoft Arctic Blue 120 |
|---|---|
| Documented part number | FU1018CABCEMV |
| Control type | Electronic Ecosoft-Clack CE valve |
| Media | HCRSS ion-exchange resin |
| Media volume | 12 litres |
| Cabinet dimensions (H × W × D) | 700 × 351 × 528 mm |
| Unit weight | 18 kg |
| Inlet pressure | 2–6 bar |
| Electrical supply | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Power consumption | 30 W |
| Pressure drop in service | 0.5 bar |
| Typical regeneration duration | 80–110 minutes |
| Warranty | 12 months |
Connection requirements and final programming should be confirmed by your installer for the supplied UK configuration.
In the box
What is included
Arctic Blue 120 cabinet
Integrated salt tank and pressure vessel.
12 litres of media
Pressure vessel supplied with ion-exchange resin.
Ecosoft-Clack CE valve
Pre-adjusted electronic control assembly.
Connection components
Hoses, fittings and plug connector supplied.
Safety float assembly
Brine well with safety float valve.
Setup documentation
Official quick setup and programming guidance.
Official documentation
Ecosoft Arctic Blue 120 quick setup guide
Review commissioning, hardness programming, regeneration settings and routine operating guidance.
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
Is the Arctic Blue 120 suitable for a smaller home?
Its compact cabinet and 12-litre media bed make it a practical option for smaller households and space-conscious installations. Suitability still depends on water hardness and daily demand, so contact us if you would like the size checked.
Does this water softener require electricity?
Yes. The Ecosoft-Clack CE electronic control requires a 230 V, 50 Hz power supply.
What salt should I use?
Use good-quality tablet salt. The official setup guide recommends keeping the salt tank between one-half and two-thirds full.
How often does it regenerate?
Regeneration depends on the programmed hardness and water usage. Ecosoft recommends a 10-day override as a starting point, reduced to 7 days where water quality is poor.
How much installation space is required?
The cabinet is approximately 700 mm high, 351 mm wide and 528 mm deep. Extra room is required for connections, salt filling and servicing.
Friendly expert support
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