Product Title: Kinetico 10265 Replacement Vessels (Twin Pack) – Genuine OEM Tanks for 2020C, SuperSoft & Aqua-Blu

Restore your system’s structural integrity with the Genuine Kinetico 10265 Replacement Vessels. This pack of two high-pressure resin tanks is the factory-standard replacement for Kinetico’s most popular compact, non-electric softeners.

Whether you are rebuilding an older unit or replacing a damaged tank, these vessels provide the exact dimensions and threading required for a seamless fit with your 2020C, SuperSoft, or Aqua-Blu control head. Each vessel comes pre-fitted with the internal central riser tubes, eliminating the hassle of sourcing and measuring internal plumbing.

Note: These vessels are supplied as a pair and are empty. To complete your system overhaul, high-capacity ion-exchange resin must be purchased separately.

Symptoms: Why You Need to Replace Your Vessels

Unlike a valve part that might just need a new seal, vessel replacement is usually triggered by physical wear or long-term resin degradation. You likely need the PN 10265 if you notice:

• Internal Riser Failure: If you find resin beads in your kitchen taps or toilet cisterns, the internal riser tube or the bottom screen inside the vessel has likely snapped or bypassed.

• Loss of Softness (Resin Fouling): Over 10–15 years, resin can become "mushy" due to chlorine or iron, causing it to pack down and restrict water flow. Replacing the vessels along with fresh resin restores factory-level flow rates.

• External Leaks/Cracks: While rare, exposure to extreme pressure surges or freezing temperatures can cause hairline fractures in the composite tank wall, leading to persistent puddles under the cabinet.

• The "Grey Water" Effect: If your water looks grey or discoloured specifically during the start of a cycle, it often indicates that the internal distribution screens are no longer keeping the resin bed properly stratified.

• System Rebuild: If you are servicing a unit that has been sat dry or unused for several years, replacing the vessels and riser tubes ensures a hygienic, bacteria-free start for your water system.

Key Benefits

• OEM Precision: Guaranteed compatibility with the Kinetico 2020C-series valve assembly.

• Continuous Soft Water: The twin-tank architecture allows one vessel to stay "in service" while the other regenerates.

• Plug-and-Play Risers: Includes factory-installed riser tubes for immediate connection to the softener head.

• Commercial Grade Durability: Built to withstand constant pressure and chemical exposure from salt brine.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 10265

• Quantity: 2 Vessels (Twin Pack)

• Compatibility: 2020C, SuperSoft, Aqua-Blu, Mini-KB.

• Components Included: 2x Pressure Vessels, 2x Internal Riser Tubes.

• Media: Requires approx. 4.5 to 5 Litres of resin per vessel (sold separately).

Expert Installation Tip

When moving your control head onto the new 10265 vessels, pay close attention to the O-rings at the top of the riser tubes. If these are pinched or dry, the system will "bypass," and you’ll get hard water even with brand-new resin. Always use a generous amount of silicone lube on the riser O-rings!