We offer the 5600 model in 3/4" Timer, Meter and SE Meter (Simple Electronics) configurations, the 2510 model in 3/4" Meter and SE Meter configurations, the 2750 model in 1" Timer and Meter configurations, and the 9000 model in Meter (3/4" or 1") and 3/4" SE Meter configurations.

Timer Model (5600/2750)
Timer models regenerate on a preset schedule and are initially less expensive. These units should be used when water use is predictable. They may require manual regeneration if there are guests and more water is being used than normal. If you are going to be gone for an extended length of time, as on a vacation when little if any water is used, you would need to disconnect (unplug) your softener so it would not continue to regenerate unnecessarily during your absence. The Timer model uses a 12-day pin configuration to manually preset the schedule.

Meter 'On Demand' Models (5600/2510/2750/9000) "On Demand" control or metered valve softeners regenerate based simply on a preset amount of water used, instead of regenerating at a preset time. You don’t have to worry about any of the things as is necessary with the timer operated softener. Metered softeners will use less salt and waste less water over time, as they will only regenerate after using a set amount of water.

SE Meter 'On Demand' Models (5600/2510/9000) The SE Meter control valves are identical in functionality and operation as compared to the Meter model type. The two main differences between the Meter and SE Meter are: