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product_id: 629765800
title: "- Whole House Water Softener System 32,000 Grain Capacity | Compact High Efficiency Design with Ceramic Control Valve | Preloaded 1 Cubic Foot Resin Tank | Home Filtration System"
brand: "tier1"
price: "€ 1032.62"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Tier1"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/629765800-whole-house-water-softener-system-32-000-grain-capacity-compact
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# 18 GPM max flow rate 32,000 grain capacity No-maintenance ceramic valve - Whole House Water Softener System 32,000 Grain Capacity | Compact High Efficiency Design with Ceramic Control Valve | Preloaded 1 Cubic Foot Resin Tank | Home Filtration System

**Brand:** tier1
**Price:** € 1032.62
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Upgrade to smarter, softer water—because your home deserves the best!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** - Whole House Water Softener System 32,000 Grain Capacity | Compact High Efficiency Design with Ceramic Control Valve | Preloaded 1 Cubic Foot Resin Tank | Home Filtration System by tier1
- **How much does it cost?** € 1032.62 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/629765800-whole-house-water-softener-system-32-000-grain-capacity-compact)

## Best For

- tier1 enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tier1 brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Powerhouse:** High-efficiency 32,000 grain softener fits tight spaces without compromising performance.
- • **Appliance Lifesaver:** Pre-filter and softening combo extends life of water heaters, dishwashers & more.
- • **Luxury Clean Living:** Experience softer skin, brighter laundry, and soap that actually works—ditch the hard water hassle.
- • **Smart Water Savings:** Automatic metered regeneration only when needed—cut waste, save salt and water.
- • **Effortless Durability:** Patented ceramic disk valve resists abrasion & corrosion—zero maintenance, zero downtime.

## Overview

The WS-165-132S is a compact, high-efficiency whole house water softener featuring a 32,000 grain capacity and a patented no-maintenance ceramic disk valve. It includes a sediment pre-filter and an automatic metered control valve that regenerates only when necessary, optimizing salt and water use. Designed to fit tight spaces, it delivers up to 18 gallons per minute flow rate, protects household appliances from scale buildup, and enhances cleaning results for softer skin and brighter laundry.

## Description

Product description Hard Water Can Impact Your Home Hard water can leave residue and scale buildup over time. Dry Skin & Dry Hair Hard water may leave skin feeling dry and hair harder to manage. Visible Scale Hard water can leave soap film on skin and bathroom surfaces, creating cloudy residue over time. Soap Residue & Film Hard water minerals can cause scale buildup on fixtures, affecting appearance and water flow. Easy Programming Quick setup with simple, user-friendly controls Easy Programming Quick setup with simple, user-friendly controls Salt Tank Easy-refill salt tank keeps your softener running smoothly. Salt Tank Easy-refill salt tank keeps your softener running smoothly. Mineral Tank Powerful resin tank removes hard minerals for cleaner water Mineral Tank Powerful resin tank removes hard minerals for cleaner water Whole House Protection Protects every faucet and appliance with soft water throughout your home. Whole House Protection Protects every faucet and appliance with soft water throughout your home. Brine Tube Brine helps deliver saltwater for automatic regeneration. Brine Tube Brine helps deliver saltwater for automatic regeneration. Preloaded Cation Resin High-capacity 8% resin for consistent softening Preloaded Cation Resin High-capacity 8% resin for consistent softening Find Your Right System TIER1-WS-165-124 TIER1-WS-165-132S TIER1_WS_165_132 TIER1_WS_165_150 TIER1_WS_165_164 How do I know which size system I need? System size is typically based on the number of bathrooms and daily water usage in your home. Use the comparison chart to match your household needs. How do I know which size system I need? System size is typically based on the number of bathrooms and daily water usage in your home. Use the comparison chart to match your household needs. Where is a water softener installed? These systems are usually installed at the main water entry point in areas like basements, garages, or utility rooms. Where is a water softener installed? These systems are usually installed at the main water entry point in areas like basements, garages, or utility rooms. Does this system run all the time? The system is designed to operate based on water usage, activating regeneration only when needed. Does this system run all the time? The system is designed to operate based on water usage, activating regeneration only when needed. Will this affect my water pressure? The system is designed to support consistent household water flow under normal usage conditions. Will this affect my water pressure? The system is designed to support consistent household water flow under normal usage conditions. What does a water softener help with? It helps reduce hardness-related effects like mineral buildup on fixtures and supports improved water use across daily household activities. What does a water softener help with? It helps reduce hardness-related effects like mineral buildup on fixtures and supports improved water use across daily household activities.

Review: No more hard water! - We have well water that is of excellent quality across the board for iron, sulfur, mercury, bacteria, etc., EXCEPT for hardness where it literally measures off the chart (the test strip color was darker than the top of the scale at 425ppm). This hard water has made our laundry come out feeling "crunchy", caused our soap dispenser door in our dishwasher to repeatedly stick shut (thus not releasing dishwasher detergent), leaves white spots whenever I wash our cars, clogged up our coffee maker, yields pore tasting water for drinking and, of course, clogs up our shower heads and faucets. Now we have good tasting, soft water (somewhere between 0 and 25ppm, if not completely eliminated -- hard to tell with test strips) and we no longer need to regularly spend the extra money on all the water softening laundry and dishwasher products and bottled waters. Some reviewers state the instructions are hard to follow, or that they did not receive instructions on how to use the automated pump. The instructions I received were clearly laid out, with accompanying pictures, that walked me through the process to piece the system together; I had no issues at all. The instructions also included directions for programming the automated pump -- the only issue I had was regarding the initial start up of the system upon plugging it in the first time. The instructions stated I should see a specific code when first plugging it in, but there was no code displayed at all; I figured out I had to go to the menu and scroll down three times to show the code. Other than that, the entire setup process was very easy. The instructions also provided a schematic of how to plumb the softener into your home water supply. My setup was slightly different due to the orientation of the way I had to install the filter, so while the schematic is absolutely accurate you may need to tweak the layout a little bit based on your own system install orientation. I plumbed the system into existing household PVC pipes; PVC is very easy to work with and much simpler and quicker than plumbing into copper pipes. If you are not handy, I do not recommend you plumb the system yourself, but if you are handy, doing the plumbing yourself will save you several hundreds of dollars in labor costs.
Review: Does a fantastic job, phenomenal customer service - This is my second purchase of this product. First one went in easily and worked great right off. On the second one I had a problem that turned out to be incorrect installation by my plumber, nothing wrong with the Tier1. However, before we found out that it was plumbed wrong, Tier1 support shipped me a replacement part, and literally spent hours on the phone troubleshooting the problem, which turned out to be mine and my plumbers problem. Dana and Emily went above and beyond to help me get the unit working properly. Would definitely order again from Tier1. The unit does a great job on softening the water. Great product, great value, great customer service

## Features

- CERAMIC VALVE TECHNOLOGY – Patented ceramic disk mechanism resists abrasion and corrosion, eliminating the need for seals or rebuild kits while supporting long-term reliability in residential systems requiring continuous operation.
- METERED REGENERATION CONTROL – Usage-based monitoring tracks household demand and initiates regeneration only when required, helping reduce excess cycling while maintaining consistent performance across higher volume water usage.
- COMPACT SPACE SAVING DESIGN – Designed with a 10" x 39" mineral tank and compact 13.5" x 32" brine tank to support installation in basements, garages, or utility areas where space is limited but higher capacity is still required.
- INCREASED RESIN CAPACITY – Preloaded with 1 cubic foot of cation resin to support ion exchange, helping address higher hardness levels while maintaining consistent output for households with increased water usage.
- APPLIANCE PROTECTION SUPPORT – Includes sediment prefilter and softening process that helps reduce scale buildup in heaters, dishwashers, washing machines, and plumbing fixtures, supporting longer equipment lifespan and consistent operation.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0D3RZVDWY |
| Best Sellers Rank | #163,895 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #84 in Whole House Water Treatment Systems |
| Brand | Tier1 |
| Brand Name | Tier1 |
| Capacity | 1 Cubic Feet |
| Container Type | Dispenser |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 411 Reviews |
| Included Components | Filter, Storage Tank |
| Installation Type | Whole House Water Tank |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 10"L x 10"W x 40"H |
| Item Weight | 75 Pounds |
| LowerTemperature Range | 40 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| Manufacturer | Tier1 |
| Material | Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic |
| Material Type | Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic |
| Maximum Flow Rate | 18 Gallons Per Minute |
| Model Name | Compact 32,000 Grain |
| Model Number | dcf20dce-9321-4eef-a1ad-b55b8664c165 |
| Operating Pressure Range | 20 - 87 PSI |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Chlorine Reduction |
| Part Number | WS-165-132S |
| Power Source | Manual Operation |
| Product Dimensions | 10"L x 10"W x 40"H |
| Purification Method | Ion Exchange |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Special Feature | Chlorine Reduction |
| Supported Water TDS Level Maximum (PPM) | 180 |
| UPC | 810004479982 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Upper Temperature Rating | 120 Degrees Fahrenheit |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Tier1
- **Capacity:** 1 Cubic Feet
- **Included Components:** Filter, Storage Tank
- **Installation Type:** Whole-House System
- **Material:** Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
- **Package Information:** Dispenser
- **Power Source:** Manual Operation
- **Product Dimensions:** 10"L x 10"W x 40"H
- **Purification Method:** Ion Exchange
- **Special Feature:** Chlorine Reduction

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do I know which size system I need?**
A: System size is typically based on the number of bathrooms and daily water usage in your home. Use the comparison chart to match your household needs.

**Q: Where is a water softener installed?**
A: These systems are usually installed at the main water entry point in areas like basements, garages, or utility rooms.

**Q: Does this system run all the time?**
A: The system is designed to operate based on water usage, activating regeneration only when needed.

**Q: Will this affect my water pressure?**
A: The system is designed to support consistent household water flow under normal usage conditions.

**Q: What does a water softener help with?**
A: It helps reduce hardness-related effects like mineral buildup on fixtures and supports improved water use across daily household activities.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No more hard water!
*by B***T on October 9, 2024*

We have well water that is of excellent quality across the board for iron, sulfur, mercury, bacteria, etc., EXCEPT for hardness where it literally measures off the chart (the test strip color was darker than the top of the scale at 425ppm). This hard water has made our laundry come out feeling "crunchy", caused our soap dispenser door in our dishwasher to repeatedly stick shut (thus not releasing dishwasher detergent), leaves white spots whenever I wash our cars, clogged up our coffee maker, yields pore tasting water for drinking and, of course, clogs up our shower heads and faucets. Now we have good tasting, soft water (somewhere between 0 and 25ppm, if not completely eliminated -- hard to tell with test strips) and we no longer need to regularly spend the extra money on all the water softening laundry and dishwasher products and bottled waters. Some reviewers state the instructions are hard to follow, or that they did not receive instructions on how to use the automated pump. The instructions I received were clearly laid out, with accompanying pictures, that walked me through the process to piece the system together; I had no issues at all. The instructions also included directions for programming the automated pump -- the only issue I had was regarding the initial start up of the system upon plugging it in the first time. The instructions stated I should see a specific code when first plugging it in, but there was no code displayed at all; I figured out I had to go to the menu and scroll down three times to show the code. Other than that, the entire setup process was very easy. The instructions also provided a schematic of how to plumb the softener into your home water supply. My setup was slightly different due to the orientation of the way I had to install the filter, so while the schematic is absolutely accurate you may need to tweak the layout a little bit based on your own system install orientation. I plumbed the system into existing household PVC pipes; PVC is very easy to work with and much simpler and quicker than plumbing into copper pipes. If you are not handy, I do not recommend you plumb the system yourself, but if you are handy, doing the plumbing yourself will save you several hundreds of dollars in labor costs.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does a fantastic job, phenomenal customer service
*by S***Y on November 19, 2020*

This is my second purchase of this product. First one went in easily and worked great right off. On the second one I had a problem that turned out to be incorrect installation by my plumber, nothing wrong with the Tier1. However, before we found out that it was plumbed wrong, Tier1 support shipped me a replacement part, and literally spent hours on the phone troubleshooting the problem, which turned out to be mine and my plumbers problem. Dana and Emily went above and beyond to help me get the unit working properly. Would definitely order again from Tier1. The unit does a great job on softening the water. Great product, great value, great customer service

### ⭐ Cheap resin beads
*by R***H on January 31, 2025*

For the first 2500 to 3000 gallons this worked well, it is set to recharge every 1500. Now that it’s been about three months and it does not soften at all, totally from cheap resin beads. No wonder why these things are so inexpensive save your money. This one’s going in the dump.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-02*