pH - Water with a pH of 0 to 6.5 forms an acidic environment, a pH of 6.5 to 9.5 forms a neutral environment and is acceptable to consumers, a pH above 9.5 forms a basic environment. Low pH water promotes corrosion of pipes and other sanitary ware, while an alkaline environment creates sediment and reduces disinfection efficiency.
Electrical conductivity (<2500 S / cm) - Increased electrical conductivity indicates high levels of dissolved salts, high hardness and mineralization in water. Electrochemical processes take place in water with high electrical conductivity, which promotes corrosion of pipelines and other equipment.