Defender™ iGen® B
Intelligent Whole-Home Water Refinement System
Advanced Bacteriostatic Water Conditioning for Modern Homes
The Puronics® Defender™ iGen® B is a premium whole-house water refinement and conditioning system designed to provide families with advanced intelligent water technology in a durable and cost-effective package.
Powered by sophisticated iGen® digital control technology and advanced SilverShield® HYgene® bacteriostatic filtration media, the Defender™ iGen® B helps address common water quality concerns while delivering cleaner, softer, and more refined water throughout the home.
Designed to intelligently monitor system operation automatically, the Defender™ iGen® B continuously tracks household water usage and optimizes performance to help ensure efficient operation and consistent water quality.
The integrated SilverShield® HYgene® monitoring system even alerts homeowners when filtration media replacement is needed based on actual water usage—helping maintain superior water quality with minimal guesswork.
Everyday Benefits
✔ Softer, silkier skin and hair
✔ Better tasting water and beverages
✔ Cleaner dishes and glassware
✔ Enhanced cooking quality and flavor
✔ Reduced spotting and scale buildup
✔ Improved appliance and plumbing protection
✔ Cleaner, fresher water throughout the home
Intelligent iGen® Digital Control Technology
At the core of the Defender™ iGen® B is the patented iGen® computerized control valve engineered to intelligently optimize system performance automatically.
Intelligent Features Include:
Advanced digital microprocessor control
SilverShield® HYgene® media life monitoring
Automatically alerts homeowner when media replacement is needed
Maintains up to 60 days of water usage history
Double backwash technology for cleaner filter media performance
Built-in diagnostics for consistent water quality
Automatic reserve capacity management
Efficient downflow brining technology to help minimize water and salt usage
Durable corrosion-resistant 1" control valve construction
The result is intelligent water refinement with dependable long-term efficiency and performance.
Advanced SilverShield® Protection Technology
The Defender™ iGen® B utilizes exclusive SilverShield® HYgene® filtration media featuring advanced MicroSilver Bacteriostasis™ Technology.
Inspired by silver ion purification technologies originally developed for aerospace water purification applications, microscopic silver particles are integrated directly into the activated carbon media to help inhibit bacteria growth within the media bed itself.
SilverShield® HYgene® Benefits:
Helps reduce objectionable chlorine taste and odor
Helps reduce chloramine taste and odor
Helps maintain cleaner filtration media conditions
Advanced bacteriostatic filtration performance
Long-lasting media efficiency
Durable Multi-Layer System Design
The Defender™ iGen® B is engineered for years of reliable water refinement performance using high-quality durable system components designed to provide long-term protection and efficiency.
System Components Include:
Intelligent iGen® digital control valve
SilverShield® HYgene® filtration media
High-capacity premium conditioning resin
Clarifying media for enhanced water clarity
Durable fiberglass media tank construction
Precision internal flow distribution components
Efficient backflush and regeneration system
Intelligent Water Protection for Everyday Living
The Defender™ iGen® B is more than a traditional water softener.
It is a complete intelligent water refinement system designed to provide cleaner, healthier, and more luxurious water throughout the home while helping protect your family, plumbing, appliances, and everyday quality of life.
See What’s Inside
1. iGen® Digital Control Valve with SilverShield® HYgene® Monitor
Advanced intelligent microprocessor technology automatically monitors and optimizes system performance while tracking water usage and filtration efficiency.
2. Multi-Layered Tank
Durable premium tank construction engineered for long-term reliability:
Polyethylene inner liner
Reinforced fiberglass outer layer
Designed for strength, durability, and dependable whole-home water refinement.
3. MicroSilver Bacteriostasis™ Technology
Microscopic silver particles are embedded directly into the SilverShield® HYgene® media to help inhibit bacteria growth within the filter media bed itself.
4. SilverShield® HYgene® Refiner
Advanced filtration media designed to help reduce objectionable chlorine and chloramine taste and odor while helping maintain cleaner filter media conditions.
5. Softener & Conditioner
High-capacity S-759 premium monospheric resin technology engineered for superior flow rates and efficient water conditioning performance.
Helps reduce:
hardness minerals
iron
turbidity
6. Clarifier
Silica gravel polishing media helps produce sparkling water clarity throughout the home.
7. PushSeal™ Fitting
Precision-engineered sealing technology designed to provide superior leak protection and long-term reliability.
8. Float & Distributor Assembly
Advanced internal flow distribution components engineered for balanced water flow, efficient regeneration, and optimized system performance.
9. Backflush Tank
Supports proper cleaning cycles and helps maintain peak filtration and conditioning efficiency.
10. Potassium or Salt
Compatible with either potassium chloride or salt-based regeneration for flexible water conditioning operation.
11. Potassium or Salt Solution
The regeneration solution utilized during recharge cycles to maintain efficient conditioning performance and consistent whole-home water quality.

