What is Distilled Water? (APC Pure's Ultimate Guide)

Introduction

Droplets of Water on a transparent surface.

Distilled Water is commonly known as ‘The Most Universal Solvent,’ It is purified water that has been purified through distillation which involves boiling the water to produce steam and then condensing the steam back into liquid form. This method effectively removes impurities such as minerals, bacteria, and chemicals, resulting in water free from dissolved solids. In this blog, APC Pure will explore the properties and uses of Distilled Water and how it benefits you.

Properties of Distilled Water

Distilled Water lacks dissolved salts and minerals, which makes it a poor conductor of electricity—unlike regular water, which carries a charge due to its mineral content. This elevated level of purity also makes Distilled Water an excellent solvent, meaning it can dissolve various substances effectively. However, Distilled Water can absorb minerals from the materials it meets, which is why it may sometimes be mildly corrosive to metals such as iron and steel.

It’s also both clear and free from any detectable odour. Its lack of impurities and minerals means that it appears completely transparent, which is essential in applications where clarity and purity are vital, such as laboratory experiments and chemical processes.

Common Uses of Distilled Water

Distilled Water's purity makes it ideal for a variety of applications in everyday life such as:

Humidifiers

Distilled Water has fewer impurities and minerals than tap water, it prevents mineral deposits from building up in the humidifier. This helps reduce dry skin, easing allergy symptoms, and promoting a more comfortable and breathable environment, especially during dry weather.

Car Maintenance

Distilled Water plays a key role in car maintenance, unlike tap water, distilled water doesn’t contain minerals that could damage or interfere with the chemical reactions in the battery, helping to prolong its lifespan and ensure smooth starts. Additionally, it is ideal for car washing because it doesn’t leave any mineral streaks, contributing to a spotless, mark-free finish that enhances the appearance of your vehicle.

Ironing

Using Distilled Water in your iron can prevent mineral buildup that can clog the iron’s steam vents and leave stains on your clothes. Over time, tap water can leave minerals behind inside the iron, which could transfer onto fabrics. By using distilled water, you can avoid this issue and maintain a smooth, wrinkle-free ironing experience.

Home Cleaning

Distilled Water is an excellent choice for cleaning purposes around the house, especially for glass surfaces, mirrors, and antiques. Since it doesn’t contain minerals, it leaves no streaks or residue behind, which is essential for achieving a spot-free finish.

PC Water Cooling

It is commonly used in water-cooling loops for high-performance desktop computers to cool the GPU and CPU and allow for overclocking for more performance.

For more information on the uses of Distilled Water read our blog on Distilled Water: Discover Its Various Applications and The Advantages of PC Water Cooling.

How does APC Pure Manufacture Distilled Water?

Our Distilled Water is produced with a 6-stage process:

Pretreated through carbon filters.
Softened by Water Softener
Pre-purified via Reverse Osmosis System
Distilled (Glass)
Treated with UV Ultraviolet High-Intensity Light
Filtered through 0.2 Micron Microbial Particulate System
Polished

Our system constantly checks the quality of our water, supported by a variety of daily manual checks on certain elements.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Distilled Water is a highly purified form of water with a variety of uses. Its lack of minerals makes it ideal for preventing build-up in humidifiers, irons, and car batteries. It also provides a streak-free finish in cleaning tasks.

Distilled Water's purity makes it suitable for various technical applications and everyday use, ensuring efficient performance and quality.